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You're going to feel uncomfortable in your new world for a bit. It always does feel strange to be knocked out of your comfort zone.

Jojo Moyes

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Jojo Moyes
Age: 55
Born: 1969
Born: August 4
Journalist
Novelist
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Pauline Sara Jo Moyes
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