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And you should hear the music. Incredible, amazing music, like nothing you've ever heard, music that almost takes your head off, you know? That makes you want to scream and jump up and down and break stuff and cry.
Lauren Oliver
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Lauren Oliver
Age: 41
Born: 1982
Born: November 8
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