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I hope you're ready, because I'm about to tell you the story of my life. More specifically, why my life ended. And if you're listening to these tapes, you're one of the reasons why.

Jay Asher

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Jay Asher
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: September 30
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Arcadia
California
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