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Imaginary Crimes (The Penguin Contemporary American Fiction Series)

Imaginary Crimes

Penned By Sheila Ballantyne
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Imaginary Crimes (The Penguin Contemporary American Fiction Series)

Imaginary Crimes

Penned By Sheila Ballantyne
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Length 265 Pages
Released 1982
Identifier (ISBN) 939158
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Sheila Ballantyne is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Sheila Ballantyne enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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