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Once upon a time, there were two moons, who were sisters. Nitid was the goddess of tears and life, and the sky was hers. No one worshipped Ellai but secret lovers.

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Laini Taylor
Age: 52
Born: 1971
Born: December 11
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California
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Moons
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Goddess
Time
Sisters
Life
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