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Lori O'Gara

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Lori O’Gara is an accomplished author specializing in fantasy, contemporary fiction, and Christian nonfiction. She has released works both independently and in collaboration with her husband, fellow writer Brendan O'Gara.

The O’Garas are based in the picturesque small town of Milton, Florida. When they are not at the beach, writing or reading, they enjoy exploring library collections, playing tabletop games, and spending quality time with family, which includes their two beloved dogs, Leonidas (Leo) Spartacus and Harley Quinn. ...more

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	The Travelers' Song by Lori O'Gara (Goodreads Author), Brendan O'Gara 2.67 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Breath By Breath it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Perdido Key (4 books)
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Necromancer’s Song (1 book)
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The Illustrated Jane Eyre

by Dame Darcy

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The Ending Writes Itself

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