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Friend Quote by Lauren Beukes

“Being her friend was like going to a tropical island for a little fun in the sun, only to be kidnapped by terrorists.” quote by Lauren Beukes — Download Open image

““Being her friend was like going to a tropical island for a little fun in the sun, only to be kidnapped by terrorists.””

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