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Why does this mean so much to you, Jon? The Prince turned. Because he's my friend. Because I always know where he stands, and where I stand with him. Because I think he'd die for me and--and I think I'd die for him. Is that enough?
Tamora Pierce
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Tamora Pierce
Age: 69
Born: 1954
Born: December 13
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