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Born and raised in san diego, california, she now lives in brooklyn with her husband. Before relocating to new york, karen served as newspaper reporter, san diego area. The author broke out with her 2012 novel the age of miracles, and her newest release follows in its haunting footsteps. Enjoy the best karen thompson walker quotes at brainyquote. Ms thompson was playboy of the month in august 1961. The age of miracles toronto public library overdrive. The dreamers is harrowing, riveting, profoundly moving, and beautifully written.
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