Quote by Iain M. Banks Download Open image ““Thing about emergencies,” he said, sounding weary. “Rarely occur when they’d be convenient.” “May”” — Iain M. Banks ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3.4 out of 5 (4 ratings) Copy quoteShare
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