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“
Poll knew quite well why her mother disliked Annie Dowsett, because she liked her for just the same reason. Annie was rough, she wore old clothes all the time, she fought with boys and was ready for anything.
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― The Peppermint Pig
― The Peppermint Pig
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I occasionally try my luck at dry-fly casting on a Hampshire chalk stream." The earl glanced at Merritt and smiled reminiscently. "My daughter has accompanied me a time or two. She has excellent aptitude but little interest."
"I lose patience with the fish," Merritt said. "They take too long to make up their minds. I prefer going shooting with you-- it takes far less effort."
"Are you a good shot?" Keir asked.
"I'm not bad," she said modestly.
"She's the best shot in the family," Lillian said. "
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― Devil in Disguise
― Devil in Disguise
