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A hand holds a stack of books on a white quilted bedspread. The text 'Gothic Book Recommendations' is overlaid on the image, with 'Lemon8 @keeksbookshelf' in the bottom left corner.
The book 'Silence for the Dead' by Simone St. James is displayed on a white quilted bedspread. The cover features a dark, eerie mansion under a purple sky with flying birds.
The book 'What Moves the Dead' by T. Kingfisher is displayed on a white quilted bedspread. The cover shows a rabbit-like creature with exposed organs and mushrooms on a black background.
Books With Dark Gothic Atmospheres
#bookrecommendations #booksoflemon8 #spooky #gothic #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookchallenge #bookwormsoflemon8
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Keeks 📖🏹

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🌸💗Books I’m Reading & WHY🌸💗
My main goal of 2024 is to focus on my health more both physically and mentally 🥰 These are the books l'm reading to not only challenge my brain but to also learn and grow as a person as each book falls into the self improvement category 05 Books: 1. Life Worth Living: based on a course at Y
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Read These Books to Become That Girl✨🎀
📚How These Books Helped Me Become That Girl ✨ 1️⃣ 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest Brianna Wiest's essays gave me a new perspective on life. Each piece challenged my old habits and encouraged me to think deeper about my choices and goals. This book helped me
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irianna

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Witchy books you NEED ⭐️
some of my favorite witchy books, all available on Amazon! #books #unaesthetic #Lemon8Diary #bookhaul #booksoflemon8 #witchcraft
Casey

Casey

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The cover image for a book recommendation list, featuring an open book, a white knitted hat, and a mug of coffee on a cozy blanket with heart patterns, titled "Books that give Gilmore Girls."
The book cover for "The Pumpkin Spice Cafe" by Laurie Gilmore is displayed, featuring an illustration of a charming cafe decorated with autumn leaves and pumpkins, with a white cat in the doorway.
Two books are shown, with "When in Rome" by Sarah Adams in the foreground, featuring an illustration of a couple baking, and "Practical Magic" partially visible behind it, representing "Luke and Lorelai vibes."
Books that give Gilmore Girls✨
Gilmore Girls is my all time favorite show! And since it’s almost Gilmore Girl season!! I thought i would give you a few book recommendations that I think give you almost the same feel as watching the show!🍂✨ LMK if you have any recommendations in the comments below!!⬇️⬇️⬇️ #gilmoregirlsaest
Olivia Withers

Olivia Withers

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books that’ll make you say « wtf did i just read »
Want summer reading full of absolutely strange and surreal and deranged books?? Me too! This one's for my weird girlies out there who want some classic weird literature. These books have everything from extreme cults, to cannibalism, to delusional women, to visceral details... so if that sou
(☆Boo𝙺diaries(☆

(☆Boo𝙺diaries(☆

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Books that taught me more than an MBA degree
An MBA is great, don't get me wrong, but it was these dog-eared paperbacks that *really* shaped me 📚💼 I'm talking about the kind of books that make you rethink everything you thought you know about business. The ones that stay with you long after you've turned the final page. They ta
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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Books for Healing & Understanding Trauma
Heal your inner child by learning about yourself on a deeper psychological level #traumahealing #childhoodtrauma #traumabooks #booksoflemon8
Shannon Lewis Rice

Shannon Lewis Rice

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A flat lay image on a white bed shows a black tray with a book titled 'who it's like in words' by Eliza Moss, a drink, and fruit. The image is overlaid with text 'THE DIRTIEST SPICIEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ' and chili pepper emojis.
A book cover for 'The Kiss Quotient' by Helen Hoang, featuring a couple over math equations. Text describes it as 'sweet as it is spicy,' 'heartwarming and hot,' and having a 'perfect balance of spice,' with electric chemistry and emotional connection.
A book cover for 'Birthday Girl' by Penelope Douglas, showing a woman in water. Text describes it as 'SO forbidden and so good,' 'slow burn perfection,' 'emotional and steamy,' with a note 'dear cole lawson, i want your daddy too'.
The dirtiest, hottest books I’ve read...
Alright, let’s talk about *those* books—the ones that leave you blushing, sweating, and maybe texting your bestie like, “Girl, YOU NEED TO READ THIS NOW” 😳🔥 Some stories just hit different, you know? They’re steamy, addictive, and sometimes a little (or a lot) taboo. But here’s the thing—they’re
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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Dark Romances Books 📚 🖤😍
Are you a major Dark Romance girly? 🖤 Currently reading The Never King by Nikki St. Crowe and it’s soooo good! Check trigger warnings if you decide to read it 🥰. What’s on your September reading list? #bookwormsoflemon8 #darkromance #darkromancebooks #kindleunlimited #booksoflemon
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KittyKhronicles

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Books you should read if you’re a parent 💕
#Lemon8Diary #lemon8bookclub #bookaesthetic #booksoflemon8 #booksonlemon8 #parentsoflemon8 #breakinggenerationalcurses #healingtrauma #breakingthecycle #itstartswithyou
Ja’Naiyah

Ja’Naiyah

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spiciest hockey romance books
comment your fav hockey romance <3 be sure to check content warnings for some of these. #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookchallenge #books #booktok #bookrecommendations #romancebooks #hockeyromance #booksoflemon8 #readersoflemon8 #bookaesthetic
romance books

romance books

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Books To read! ✨📚
These were all confirmed that these were great books! #books #bookstoread #bookinspo
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୨୧ _ .・.・ g ι α

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A collection of Greek mythology retelling books, including 'A Thousand Ships', 'The Shadow of Perseus', 'Stone Blind', 'Circe', and 'The Song of Achilles', with the title 'greek mythology retellings' overlaid.
The book 'Circe' by Madeline Miller, a 393-page feminist and witchy retelling about Circe's powers and banishment, held by a hand with blue nail polish.
The book 'A Thousand Ships' by Natalie Haynes, a 349-page feminist Trojan War retelling from women's perspectives, held by a hand with blue nail polish.
books for the greek myth girlies
Raise your hand if you were raised by the Percy Jackson series 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️ If so, this one’s for you!! Percy Jackson started a lifelong love of Greek mythology for me, and as an adult reader i still loveeeeee books centered around Greek myths. There are many many more amazing retellings out
molly

molly

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A collection of books titled 'weird books for weird girls' on a fluffy brown surface. Titles visible include 'The Virgin Suicides', 'Tender Is the Flesh', 'Organ Meats', 'One's Company', 'The Only Good Indians', and 'Our Share of Night'.
The book 'Cursed Bunny' by Bora Chung, a collection of short stories, is shown with summaries describing it as blurring magical realism, horror, and science fiction, featuring a dystopian gynecology office and a cursed rabbit lamp. It is 256 pages.
The book 'Lapvona' by Ottessa Moshfegh, a novel, is displayed with summaries about a motherless shepherd boy in a medieval fiefdom facing occult forces. It is categorized as horror, historical fiction, and magical realism, with 320 pages.
books that’ll make you say “wtf did i just read”
Want summer reading full of absolutely strange and surreal and deranged books?? Me too! This one’s for my weird girlies out there who want some classic weird literature. These books have everything from extreme cults, to cannibalism, to delusional women, to visceral details… so if that sounds l
molly

molly

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A stack of books on a light surface in front of a fireplace with Christmas stockings. Overlay text reads 'BOOKS TO DESTROY WEAK MINDSET'. Book titles like 'Funny You Should Ask' and 'Nightbitch' are visible.
The book 'Mindset' by Carol S. Dweck is shown on a clear water background. Text bubbles highlight its impact: 'game-changer', 'shifted perspective from fixed to growth', 'less afraid to try new things', and 'see setbacks as opportunities to grow'.
The book 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins is displayed in a cafe setting. Text bubbles describe its effects: 'made me mentally tougher', 'taught me to stop making excuses', 'pushed me to embrace discomfort', and 'gave me the 40% Rule'.
Books to level up
Top books to level up and destroy a weak mindset: **Mindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol S.Dweck** Dweck's research on fixed vs. growth mindsets blew my mind 🤯. It made me realize how much my beliefs about my abilities were holding me back. Now, I embrace challenges and see fail
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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A smiling woman in a bookstore holds a stack of books, with the overlay text "BOOKS TO DOMINATE ANY CONVERSATION," introducing a guide to improving communication skills.
The book "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High" is displayed, highlighting benefits like mutual respect and clear communication. Red text emphasizes its role in resolving issues and speaking respectfully.
The book "Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It" by Chris Voss is featured, emphasizing improved listening, understanding others, and finding compromises. Red text describes it as a guide from an FBI negotiator.
Books to dominate any conversation
Hands up if you're ever felt that dreaded knot in your stomach before a party or a one-on-one coffee with a new colleague? 🙋🏻‍♀️ I used to be the queen of awkward silences and weather-related small talk. But then I discovered a treasure trove of wisdom hidden between the pages of some incred
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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An image showcasing various dark romance book covers, with the bold text 'SPICIEST DARK ROMANCE BOOKS' overlaid. Four red chili pepper emojis are at the bottom, indicating the 'spicy' nature of the recommendations. The image serves as an introduction to a list of intense dark romance novels.
A book cover for 'Does It Hurt?' by H.D. Carlton, featuring a woman's silhouette and a lighthouse. Surrounding text highlights tropes like 'one bed,' 'enemies to lovers,' and 'stranded together.' Content warnings for graphic violence, dub/non-con, and various kinks are listed below.
Covers for 'Sinners Duet' books 'There Are No Saints' and 'There Is No Devil' by Sophie Lark, both featuring intertwined snakes. Keywords like 's3rial killer,' 'st@lker,' and 'possessive MMC' are displayed. Content warnings include graphic violence, dubious consent, and torture.
spiciest dark romance books
comment your fav book! <3 here are some SPICY dark romance book recs. these are some of the spiciest books out there. be sure to check the content warnings before reading because some of these are REALLY dark. #darkromance #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #bookrecommendations #b
romance books

romance books

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5 Books That Helped Me Become A Better Me
1. What Happened To You is a great read which not only taught me more about myself, but more about trauma as well as neuroscience. Giving great tips and solutions to take with you in life. It is a conversational read, unless you choose the audiobook version. 2. Atomic Habits had me at a chokehold
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𓇢𓆸k e n z

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A cozy scene with two steaming mugs on a wooden table by a sunlit window, overlaid with the text "Witchcraft Books I Recommend for Beginner Witches."
The book cover "By Rust of Nail & Prick of Thorn: The Theory & Practice of Effective Home Warding" by Althaea Sebastiani, featuring thorny branches and a rusty nail.
The book cover "The Complete Grimoire: Magickal Practices and Spells for Awakening Your Inner Witch" by Lidia Pradas, with a purple background and gold mystical symbols.
Books I Recommend for Beginner Witches (Part I)
✨By Rust and Nail✨ This book is great for anyone that has trouble warding and want to learn about what warding is. This book goes over why you should ward, benefits of warding, different techniques to use to ward, etc. ✨The Complete Grimoire✨ This book is a grimoire that has a little bit of ev
Jay

Jay

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BOOKS TO READ IN PUBLIC TO LOOK COOL
Another one of these posts bc you guys love them so much 😇 wanna look cool/smart/educated in public? Read these books! Pretend You’re Dead by Jen Beagin This is my 2nd book by this author & I enjoyed it! A classic literary fiction will always make me feel cool & this author’s books are
KENNEDY ♡

KENNEDY ♡

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Books to get ahead
Want to know a secret? The most successful people are *readers*. 🤫 **Life's too short to stay stuck in the slow lane, right?** 🙋‍♀️ I used to feel like I was spinning my wheels, watching everyone else zoom past. Then I discovered these hidden gems – books that didn't just tell stories, b
Meredith Jao

Meredith Jao

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books for mythology girlies 🏺📜🤎
There are sooooo many myth based books out there so I decided to narrow this one down by novels with STRONG female characters!!!! These ones are all so empowering to read, while filled with myth and adventure. What are your favorite female mythical characters? #bookwormsoflemon8 #lemon8bookchal
megan witt

megan witt

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BOOKS TO READ ON YOUR MENTAL HEALTH JOURNEY📚🧠
When I feel like I am in a rut or just need a little bit of motivation or inspiration, I love turning to self-help books. These are some books that have helped me immensely in the process of working on my mental health, and some that have been highly recommended and are now on my list. There are br
brianna

brianna

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books to read if u wanna look cool 😎
Everyone wants to be that ~cool~ and ~mysterious~ girl by the pool, and these books definitely give off that vibe. I recently finished I Who Have Never Known Men and let me tell you…for a book that short, it really packs a punch. I will be thinking about it for a very very long time and i think
molly

molly

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The image displays the title 'BOOKS BY PALESTINIAN AUTHORS' in green and black text, with three Palestinian flags. Three books are stacked on a white dresser next to a window, suggesting a reading list.
A hand holds the book 'Enter Ghost' by Isabella Hammad, described as literary fiction. The text explains the plot: a Palestinian woman in London returns to Jerusalem for a Hamlet adaptation.
A hand holds the book 'Salt Houses' by Hala Alyan, categorized as historical fiction. The text describes it as an intergenerational saga following a Palestinian family from the 1960s to modern day.
Fiction Books by Palestinian Authors
These last few months I've realized how little I know about Palestine and in turn, how few books I've read by Palestinian authors. Here are three books that I've read/are on my TBR! What books by Palestinian authors would you add to this list? #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #lem
bookrvws

bookrvws

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An overhead shot displays three books on a dark surface with a plant, featuring "My Year of Rest and Relaxation" and "A Certain Hunger." The image is overlaid with the text "books with UNHINGED WOMEN," introducing a selection of books about female rage and unhinged characters.
The book "My Year of Rest and Relaxation" by Ottessa Moshfegh is shown on a white bedsheet, accompanied by text describing it as a raw depiction of depression where a young woman attempts to sleep for a year. It is rated 4.5 stars.
The book "A Certain Hunger" by Chelsea G Summers is displayed on a white bedsheet. Text describes it as a story about a food critic who is a serial killer, leading to her conviction, and calls it "the most unhinged book."
books with unhinged women🤪
books about female rage and unhinged women? sign me up!!! 🙋🏻‍♀️ these are probably my top book recommendations of that topic! these are all super different and unique from each other plot wise and I enjoyed all of these in different ways. Something about reading about an unhinged, unapologetic m
Alli Beachy 🤍

Alli Beachy 🤍

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Horror books on my tbr
Has anyone read any of these already? #horrorbooks #horrorbooktok #horrorbookrec #horrorlover #booktok #bookwormsoflemon8
kate

kate

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books to read in 2024 🔪 (crazy girl edition)
nightb: ⭐️ 10/10 milkfed: ⭐️ 7/10 certain hunger: ⭐️ 9/10 no longer human: ⭐️ 8/10 #reading #books #bookaesthetic #scary #triggerwarning⚠️⚠️⚠️ #bookrecommendations
hveensent

hveensent

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3 books to make you smarter
Although I'm a firm believer that any book you read inherently makes you smarter, there are particular books that act as a step-by-step guide to help enhance your critical thinking and intelligence Here are 3 books that I recommend to everyone interested in learning how to become smarter!
BATE by Rana

BATE by Rana

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Stacks of books are shown against a light-colored wall, with the text overlay "books with a misunderstood villain" highlighting the article's theme.
Three fantasy books by Stephanie Garber are displayed: "Once Upon a Broken Heart," "The Ballad of Never After," and "A Curse for True Love," featuring ornate, colorful covers.
The book "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black is featured on a wooden surface, alongside a bowl of blueberries and granola, white AirPods, and eyeglasses.
books with a misunderstood villain
i’m a sucker for a morally grey love interest ❤️😍 #books #booktok #bookstagram #bookrecs #lemon8bookclub #booktube #reading #bookwormsoflemon8
joline

joline

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A bookshelf filled with various books, featuring an overlay title: '5 Must Read Books for Mindset Growth and Personal & Professional Success Achievement'. The Lemon8 logo and username are visible at the bottom.
The book 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear is displayed, with overlay text highlighting its title and a summary of its focus on building good habits for personal and professional success. It mentions 'Over 10 Million Copies Sold'.
The book 'Mindset: The New Psychology of Success' by Carol S. Dweck is shown, with overlay text detailing its exploration of mindset's power in shaping success and introducing the growth mindset concept.
Must-Read Books 4 Personal & Professional Success📈
5 Must Read Books for Mindset Growth and Personal & Professional Success Achievement 1- Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones" by James Clear 💡Clear explores the science behind habit formation and provides actionable strategies for buildi
The Alpha Queens Empire

The Alpha Queens Empire

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Books you should not read in the dark🖤
Some of these books will make you feel like you’re being watched! #Lemon8Diary #books #bookaesthetic #bookshopping #readingrecommendations #readersoflemon8 #reading #suspensebook #booksbooksbooks #horrorbooks
DAËON

DAËON

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Books you need to read ✨✨✨
#books #romancebooks #sadbooks #tellmelies #ifidonthaveyou #howtostopfeelinhlikeshit #meant to be
Book.Aesthetic.

Book.Aesthetic.

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A stack of self-help books with the overlay text "self-help books highly recommended for women." A white dotted outline surrounds the books, and a curved arrow points right.
The book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, recommended for healing from any trauma. The cover features a blue background with a black silhouette figure.
The book "It Didn't Start with You" by Mark Wolynn, recommended for healing from family-related trauma. The cover shows two face silhouettes and a DNA helix.
Best Healing Self-Help Books for Women📚✨
✨ To all women who are in need of self-help & self-discovery, these are the best books to support your healing journey. ✨ 1️⃣The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk 💭Summary: Explores how trauma impacts the body and brain, offering insights into treatments that can help survivors he
irianna

irianna

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spiciest age gap romance books
have you read any of these books? comment your fav! #darkromance #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookclub #bookrecommendations #books #romancebooks #booktok #readersoflemon8 #booksoflemon8 #bookaesthetic
romance books

romance books

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A book titled "SELF-CARE for BLACK WOMEN: 150 Ways to Radically Accept & Prioritize Your Mind, Body, & Soul" by Oludara Adeeyo, featuring illustrations of hands and leaves on a light background. A blue tape overlay says "Books all black girls need!".
A book titled "THE BLACK GIRL'S GUIDE TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM: Build Wealth, Retire Early, and Live the Life of Your Dreams" by Paris Woods. The cover features a silhouette of a Black woman's head with a dollar sign.
A book titled "Soothe Your Nerves: The Black Woman's Guide to Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety, Panic, and Fear" by Dr. Angela Neal-Barnett. The cover has a decorative border and a small image of a woman.
Books all black girls need!
Books for black girls! #lemon8christmas #selfcare #wellness #healingjourney #queenafua #selfcareforblackwomen #overcominganxiety
Ty 🎀

Ty 🎀

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An open book rests on a white textured surface, with the title overlay "BOOKS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD READ" and subtitle "FEMININE EMBODIMENT & HEALTH," introducing a selection of recommended readings.
The book "Women Who Run With the Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estés is displayed, highlighted as a guide for women to unleash their inner wild woman through amazing storytelling.
The book "Pussy: A Reclamation" by Regina Thomashauer is shown, described as providing feminine embodiment tools to celebrate sensuality and reclaim personal power.
BOOKS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD READ
Feminine embodiment & women’s health books that I truly believe every woman NEED to read. These books changed my life and I promise they will change yours too, if you allow them to open your mind and shake everything you’ve ever been told by society. WOMEN WHO RUN WITH THE WOLVES by Clarissa
August Rhianna

August Rhianna

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BOOKS
if your a book person you should read these , I love all but favorite is if he had been with me . If you recommend any other books please comment below looking for other books to read !!! #book
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Brianna

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