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I'm told I have the body of a god. A Greek god, or one of those gods with the horse heads or elephant's legs coming out of their chests? Alan asked. Next time someone tells you that, ask them to specify.

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Sarah Rees Brennan
Age: 41
Born: 1983
Born: September 21
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