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Yes, but either way, shamed or not, I shall be Queen of England, and this is the last time you will sit in my presence.

Philippa Gregory

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Philippa Gregory
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: January 9
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When it's done, it's done. And no one will know until it's done.
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