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  <read_at>Wed Jun 03 00:00:00 -0700 2009</read_at>
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    <body><![CDATA[I had a hard time getting into this book due to the one-dimensionality of Johnny Truant's character, the stilted academic-style of Zampano's writing, and who knows what else. I know I am completely in the minority in this way, since this book is much loved. I can't help it, when I can see the characters being puppeteered rather than breathing on their own it is very grating. Eventually, though, I really enjoyed the depth of ideas behind the core darkness theme and the suspense of the main mystery. Not one of my favourites, but a great read. ]]></body>
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