Sue Grafton Quotes

Personally, I don't endorse the notion of mortality. It's fine for other folk, but I disapprove of the concept for me and my loved ones.

Sue Grafton

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• Personally, I don't endorse the notion of mortality. It's fine for other folk, but I disapprove of the concept for me and my loved ones.

  

  Sue Grafton
  • Fine
  • Folks
  • Mortality