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She had to give her teachers credit: they were right to insist all pupils carry scissors, handkerchiefs, perfume and hair ribbons at all times. At some point she'd learn why they also required a red lace doily and a lemon.

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Gail Carriger
Age: 48
Born: 1976
Born: May 4
Archaeologist
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