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Mrs. Charlotte Phelan's Guide to Husband-Hunting, Rule Number One: a pretty, petite girl should accentuate with makeup and good posture. A tall plain one, with a trust fund.

Kathryn Stockett

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Kathryn Stockett
Age: 56
Born: 1969
Born: January 1
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