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The Swimmer

The Wild Life of Roger Deakin

by Patrick Barkham ...

BEST BOOK OF 2023 ACCORDING TO THE NEWSTATESMAN AND OBSERVER'The Swimmer is a wonderful, original achievement; teeming with stories, glittering with images, and experimental in form and tone' Robert MacfarlaneRoger Deakin, author of the immortal Waterlog, was a man of many parts: maverick ad-man, cider-maker, teacher, environmentalist, music promoter and filmmaker. But, above all, he was the ... Read more

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BEST BOOK OF 2023 ACCORDING TO THE NEWSTATESMAN AND OBSERVER'The Swimmer is a wonderful, original achievement; teeming with stories, glittering with images, and experimental in form and tone' Robert MacfarlaneRoger Deakin, author of the immortal Waterlog, was a man of many parts: maverick ad-man, cider-maker, teacher, environmentalist, music promoter and filmmaker. But, above all, he was the
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The Wildwater Women

by Ellie Wood ...

Sometimes the best things in life happen when you dare to get out of your depth.Abby lives and works in the heart of the Lake District. She splits her time between bringing up her daughter, working in the Plum Pie Bakery – and dreaming of the time before her husband, Ben, left.Lori is on holiday from the States, hoping to find her way to the lake that she’s looked at for years in a picture on her ... Read more

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Sometimes the best things in life happen when you dare to get out of your depth.Abby lives and works in the heart of the Lake District. She splits her time between bringing up her daughter, working in the Plum Pie Bakery – and dreaming of the time before her husband, Ben, left.Lori is on holiday from the States, hoping to find her way to the lake that she’s looked at for years in a picture on her
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The Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook

by Kate Rew ...

**'An important, inspiring book by someone that has encouraged million of people to experience the wonders and friendships of Britain's rivers, lakes and seas' ROBERT MACFARLANE'A treasured guide for anyone who wants to venture into rivers, estuaries, lakes and seas for a dip, a moonlit swim or a great adventure. I loved this book!' LYNNE COXCapturing the freewheeling spirit, community and wisdom ... Read more

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**'An important, inspiring book by someone that has encouraged million of people to experience the wonders and friendships of Britain's rivers, lakes and seas' ROBERT MACFARLANE'A treasured guide for anyone who wants to venture into rivers, estuaries, lakes and seas for a dip, a moonlit swim or a great adventure. I loved this book!' LYNNE COXCapturing the freewheeling spirit, community and wisdom
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Wild Waters

A wildlife and water lover's companion to the aquatic world

by Susanne Masters ...

About seventy-one per cent of the Earth’s surface is water, and even on dry land we remain closely connected to aquatic life. It provides us with oxygen, food, medicine and materials. Wild waterlife infiltrates our lives in many surprising ways. Every other breath we take is filled with oxygen provided by ocean-dwelling microscopic plants. A type of seaweed provides a means to directly test ... Read more

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About seventy-one per cent of the Earth’s surface is water, and even on dry land we remain closely connected to aquatic life. It provides us with oxygen, food, medicine and materials. Wild waterlife infiltrates our lives in many surprising ways. Every other breath we take is filled with oxygen provided by ocean-dwelling microscopic plants. A type of seaweed provides a means to directly test
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Aquanaut

A Life Beneath The Surface – The Inside Story of the Thai Cave Rescue

by Rick Stanton ...

**THE ENTHRALLING INSIDE STORY OF THE THAI CAVE RESCUE NOW CHRONICLED IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HIT DOCUMENTARY THE RESCUEWRITTEN BY THE MAN AT THE HEART OF THE MISSION**'The British divers are all heroes' Clive Cussler'A case study in courage' Ron Howard, Oscar-winning director of Apollo 13________Thailand, July 2018.Twelve boys and their football coach vanish into Tham... ... Read more

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**THE ENTHRALLING INSIDE STORY OF THE THAI CAVE RESCUE NOW CHRONICLED IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HIT DOCUMENTARY THE RESCUEWRITTEN BY THE MAN AT THE HEART OF THE MISSION**'The British divers are all heroes' Clive Cussler'A case study in courage' Ron Howard, Oscar-winning director of Apollo 13________Thailand, July 2018.Twelve boys and their football coach vanish into Tham...
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The Sunrise Swimming Society

by Rosie Hannigan ...

A heartwarming novel to fall in love withThe day Heather, Niamh and Lauren met, they promised to be best friends for life, and that instant connection only grew stronger with their weekly sunrise swims in their stunning local lake. When they left school, they agreed that, no matter where life took them, every year on midsummer’s dawn, they would meet at their old spot and swim together.Now, ... Read more

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A heartwarming novel to fall in love withThe day Heather, Niamh and Lauren met, they promised to be best friends for life, and that instant connection only grew stronger with their weekly sunrise swims in their stunning local lake. When they left school, they agreed that, no matter where life took them, every year on midsummer’s dawn, they would meet at their old spot and swim together.Now,
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The Island Swimmer

The uplifting and completely heartwarming debut novel from beloved author and TV presenter Lorraine Kelly

by Lorraine Kelly ...

Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer.Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back...When Evie's father falls desperately ill, she finally returns to the family home on Orkney and the wild landscape she left as a teenager, swearing never to return. Not everyone is happy at her arrival, ... Read more

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Escape with this feel-good and big-hearted debut novel from broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. If you love Maeve Binchy, you'll love The Island Swimmer.Once the tide turns, you can't hold it back...When Evie's father falls desperately ill, she finally returns to the family home on Orkney and the wild landscape she left as a teenager, swearing never to return. Not everyone is happy at her arrival,
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The Island Secret

The heartstopping new novel from beloved bestselling author and national treasure Lorraine Kelly

by Lorraine Kelly ...

Don't miss the stunning new novel from national treasure and beloved broadcaster Lorraine Kelly, author of Sunday Times bestselling THE ISLAND SWIMMER - available now!'Lorraine is a born storyteller' MARIAN KEYES'A Scottish Maeve Binchy' VERONICA HENRYEvie has come home to Orkney and finally found peace.She has rediscovered her passion for painting, mended broken friendships, and for the first ... Read more

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Don't miss the stunning new novel from national treasure and beloved broadcaster Lorraine Kelly, author of Sunday Times bestselling THE ISLAND SWIMMER - available now!'Lorraine is a born storyteller' MARIAN KEYES'A Scottish Maeve Binchy' VERONICA HENRYEvie has come home to Orkney and finally found peace.She has rediscovered her passion for painting, mended broken friendships, and for the first
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The Lido

The uplifting, feel-good Sunday Times bestseller about the power of friendship and community

by Libby Page ...

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLERMeet Rosemary, 86, and Kate, 26: dreamers, campaigners, outdoor swimmers...Rosemary has lived in Brixton all her life, but everything she knows is changing. Only the local lido, where she swims every day, remains a constant reminder of the past and her beloved husband George.Kate has just moved and feels adrift in a city that is too big for her. She's on the ... Read more

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THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLERMeet Rosemary, 86, and Kate, 26: dreamers, campaigners, outdoor swimmers...Rosemary has lived in Brixton all her life, but everything she knows is changing. Only the local lido, where she swims every day, remains a constant reminder of the past and her beloved husband George.Kate has just moved and feels adrift in a city that is too big for her. She's on the
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Bluey: The Pool

by Bluey ...

Series series Bluey
On a trip to the pool Bluey and Dad tease Mum about being fussy and over-prepared, but they soon realise that's what makes the fun things possible.Fans of Bluey will love this thick, 24 page board book, and is a perfect bedtime story!Also available:Bluey: At the Beach 9780241486948Bluey: Meet Bluey! Sticker Activity Book 9780241486924Bluey: Little Library 9780241486900 ... Read more

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On a trip to the pool Bluey and Dad tease Mum about being fussy and over-prepared, but they soon realise that's what makes the fun things possible.Fans of Bluey will love this thick, 24 page board book, and is a perfect bedtime story!Also available:Bluey: At the Beach 9780241486948Bluey: Meet Bluey! Sticker Activity Book 9780241486924Bluey: Little Library 9780241486900
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The House of Water

Longlisted for the CWA Twisted Dagger 2026

by Fflur Dafydd ...

Longlisted for the CWA Twisted Dagger 2026 - the most inventive and beguiling psychological thriller of the year.PLACING THAT KEY IN THE LOCK WAS THE LAST ORDINARY MOMENT OF HER LIFE.'Magnificent' Russell T Davies'An unpredictable twist' Erin Kelly'Exceptional' Suzy Aspley'Unlike any other thriller you've read' Michelle McDonaghIona Grif... ... Read more

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Longlisted for the CWA Twisted Dagger 2026 - the most inventive and beguiling psychological thriller of the year.PLACING THAT KEY IN THE LOCK WAS THE LAST ORDINARY MOMENT OF HER LIFE.'Magnificent' Russell T Davies'An unpredictable twist' Erin Kelly'Exceptional' Suzy Aspley'Unlike any other thriller you've read' Michelle McDonaghIona Grif...
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Summer in Greece

Escape to paradise this summer with the perfect romantic holiday read

by Patricia Wilson ...

Could these crystal clear waters hide the secrets of her past?Present dayFor years Shelly Summer has buried herself in her work, trying to forget her past. The only time she feels truly herself is when she's diving in the Mediterranean - the calm and stillness of the clear waters help her forget.Back home, Shelly stumbles across the belongings of her great-grandmother, Gertie Smith including a ... Read more

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Could these crystal clear waters hide the secrets of her past?Present dayFor years Shelly Summer has buried herself in her work, trying to forget her past. The only time she feels truly herself is when she's diving in the Mediterranean - the calm and stillness of the clear waters help her forget.Back home, Shelly stumbles across the belongings of her great-grandmother, Gertie Smith including a
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The Lifeline

The big-hearted and life-affirming read about the power of friendship

by Libby Page ...

'I loved this book - could not put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A joy to read... I really did love every page of this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An easy five stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Everybody needs saving sometimes...For Kate, having a newborn baby means she is almost never alone. But that doesn't mean she isn't lonely. The move from London to Somerset with her husband Jay was supposed be the start of an exciting new chapter. But ... Read more

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'I loved this book - could not put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A joy to read... I really did love every page of this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An easy five stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Everybody needs saving sometimes...For Kate, having a newborn baby means she is almost never alone. But that doesn't mean she isn't lonely. The move from London to Somerset with her husband Jay was supposed be the start of an exciting new chapter. But
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Waterlog

The book that inspired the wild swimming movement

by Roger Deakin ...

Roger Deakin set out in 1996 to swim through the British Isles. The result a uniquely personal view of an island race and a people with a deep affinity for water. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a fascinating perspective on ... Read more

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Roger Deakin set out in 1996 to swim through the British Isles. The result a uniquely personal view of an island race and a people with a deep affinity for water. From the sea, from rock pools, from rivers and streams, tarns, lakes, lochs, ponds, lidos, swimming pools and spas, from fens, dykes, moats, aqueducts, waterfalls, flooded quarries, even canals, Deakin gains a fascinating perspective on
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Swim, Bike, Run

Our Triathlon Story - The Inspiring Sporting Memoir from the British Olympic Legends

by Alistair Brownlee, Jonathan Brownlee ...

Swim, Bike, Run is the ultimate triathlon book, from Olympic heroes the Brownlee brothersThe Olympic Triathlon, Hyde Park, LondonAugust 7th 2012'We jogged to our positions on the pontoon: two brothers, side by side, the world and everyone we ever cared about looking on. Eighteen years of training, culminating in this single race. Noise from the crowd impossible to imagine. Hearts thumping. Swim ... Read more

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Swim, Bike, Run is the ultimate triathlon book, from Olympic heroes the Brownlee brothersThe Olympic Triathlon, Hyde Park, LondonAugust 7th 2012'We jogged to our positions on the pontoon: two brothers, side by side, the world and everyone we ever cared about looking on. Eighteen years of training, culminating in this single race. Noise from the crowd impossible to imagine. Hearts thumping. Swim
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The Love Haters

by Katherine Center ...

THE LATEST FEEL GOOD ROM-COM FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROM-COMMERS'The Love Haters made me laugh out loud and escape, just as her novels always do'JODI PICOULTVideo producer Katie Vaughn has been burned by love in the past-now she may be lighting her career on fire. But her luck seems to change at last when her coworker Cole offers her a last-chance job filming Tom 'Hutch' ... Read more

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THE LATEST FEEL GOOD ROM-COM FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROM-COMMERS'The Love Haters made me laugh out loud and escape, just as her novels always do'JODI PICOULTVideo producer Katie Vaughn has been burned by love in the past-now she may be lighting her career on fire. But her luck seems to change at last when her coworker Cole offers her a last-chance job filming Tom 'Hutch'
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The Art of Resilience

Strategies for an Unbreakable Mind and Body

by Ross Edgley ...

‘Incredible individual, incredible book, incredible story.’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH‘A hero who is as humble as he is resilient… testament to a “never give up” spirit!’ BEAR GRYLLS‘From reading this book, the message that comes shining through is this: you can achieve anything.’ ANT MIDDLETON'Inspiring, especially if you're suffering with adversity, injury or setbacks.' CHRIS WILLIAMSONBestselling au... ... Read more

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‘Incredible individual, incredible book, incredible story.’ CHRIS HEMSWORTH‘A hero who is as humble as he is resilient… testament to a “never give up” spirit!’ BEAR GRYLLS‘From reading this book, the message that comes shining through is this: you can achieve anything.’ ANT MIDDLETON'Inspiring, especially if you're suffering with adversity, injury or setbacks.' CHRIS WILLIAMSONBestselling au...
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Total Immersion

The Revolutionary Way To Swim Better, Faster, and Easier

by Terry Laughlin ...

Swim better—and enjoy every lap—with Total Immersion, a guide to improving your swimming from an expert with more than thirty years of experience in the water.Terry Laughlin, the world’s #1 authority on swimming success, has made his unique approach even easier for anyone to master. Whether you’re an accomplished swimmer or have always found swimming to be a struggle, Total Immersion will show you ... Read more

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Swim better—and enjoy every lap—with Total Immersion, a guide to improving your swimming from an expert with more than thirty years of experience in the water.Terry Laughlin, the world’s #1 authority on swimming success, has made his unique approach even easier for anyone to master. Whether you’re an accomplished swimmer or have always found swimming to be a struggle, Total Immersion will show you
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The Whitstable High Tide Swimming Club

A feel-good novel about second chances and new beginnings

by Katie May ...

'An uplifting story of friendship and second chances. Loved it.' Amazon reviewer, 5 starsSearching for friendship? You'll find it at The Whitstable High Tide Swimming Club...When Deb (ageing bikini, sunglasses) and Maisie (black wetsuit, swimming shoes, goggles) keep meeting on Reeves Beach, they strike up an unlikely friendship based on their love of swimming and their recent divorces. Soon, they ... Read more

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'An uplifting story of friendship and second chances. Loved it.' Amazon reviewer, 5 starsSearching for friendship? You'll find it at The Whitstable High Tide Swimming Club...When Deb (ageing bikini, sunglasses) and Maisie (black wetsuit, swimming shoes, goggles) keep meeting on Reeves Beach, they strike up an unlikely friendship based on their love of swimming and their recent divorces. Soon, they
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The Tidal Year

shortlisted for the Nero Book Awards 2023

by Freya Bromley ...

'A beautiful, brilliantly written book on grief, self-discovery and swimming' EMMA GANNON'Immersive and compelling' CATHY RENTZENBRINK*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2023*In a bid to fill the empty space left by her brother's death, Freya sets out with her friend Miri to swim every tidal pool in Britain in a year. The adventure takes them from a pool hidden in the cliffs of Polperro to the ... Read more

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'A beautiful, brilliantly written book on grief, self-discovery and swimming' EMMA GANNON'Immersive and compelling' CATHY RENTZENBRINK*SHORTLISTED FOR THE NERO BOOK AWARDS 2023*In a bid to fill the empty space left by her brother's death, Freya sets out with her friend Miri to swim every tidal pool in Britain in a year. The adventure takes them from a pool hidden in the cliffs of Polperro to the
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Young Woman And The Sea

How Trudy Ederle Conquered the English Channel and Inspired the World

by Glenn Stout ...

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM DISNEY STARRING DAISY RIDLEY.The exhilarating true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel, and inspire a new era for women in sportsBy age twenty, at the height of the Jazz Age, Trudy Ederle was the most accomplished swimmer in the world. She’d won Olympic gold and set a host of world records. But the greatest challenge remained: the ... Read more

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NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE FROM DISNEY STARRING DAISY RIDLEY.The exhilarating true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel, and inspire a new era for women in sportsBy age twenty, at the height of the Jazz Age, Trudy Ederle was the most accomplished swimmer in the world. She’d won Olympic gold and set a host of world records. But the greatest challenge remained: the
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Leap In

A Woman, Some Waves, and the Will to Swim

by Alexandra Heminsley ...

'Remarkable' Observer'A joy to read' Daily Telegraph'Soaringly beautiful' Sunday Times Magazine'Genuine and persuasive' GuardianAlexandra Heminsley thought she could swim. She really did.It may have been because she could run. It may have been because she wanted to swim; or perhaps because she only ever did ten minutes of breaststroke at a time. But, ... ... Read more

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'Remarkable' Observer'A joy to read' Daily Telegraph'Soaringly beautiful' Sunday Times Magazine'Genuine and persuasive' GuardianAlexandra Heminsley thought she could swim. She really did.It may have been because she could run. It may have been because she wanted to swim; or perhaps because she only ever did ten minutes of breaststroke at a time. But, ...
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Hell and High Water

My Epic 900-Mile Swim from Land’s End to John O'Groats

by Sean Conway ...

'Rain pelted down on the back of my neck and saltwater rushed down my throat as I tried to breathe into a wave. A foghorn started booming from a lighthouse in the distance. For a moment I thought it was a rescue siren for me. Imagine if I got rescued on day two. That would be embarrassing.'In June 2013 Sean Conway set out from Land’s End in his bid to be the first person to swim the length of ... Read more

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'Rain pelted down on the back of my neck and saltwater rushed down my throat as I tried to breathe into a wave. A foghorn started booming from a lighthouse in the distance. For a moment I thought it was a rescue siren for me. Imagine if I got rescued on day two. That would be embarrassing.'In June 2013 Sean Conway set out from Land’s End in his bid to be the first person to swim the length of
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Lifesaving for Beginners

by Josie Lloyd ...

‘Heart-warming and life-affirming, full of humour and compassion’ ADELE PARKS, PLATINUM‘A beautifully warm-hearted tale of friendship and hope’ MY WEEKLY‘I loved this incredibly touching book…[it’s] a life-belt that will help any reader through a tough patch’ VERONICA HENRY***In life’s stormy waters, it’s your friends who keep you afloat…Maddy Wolfe’s life has just... ... Read more

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‘Heart-warming and life-affirming, full of humour and compassion’ ADELE PARKS, PLATINUM‘A beautifully warm-hearted tale of friendship and hope’ MY WEEKLY‘I loved this incredibly touching book…[it’s] a life-belt that will help any reader through a tough patch’ VERONICA HENRY***In life’s stormy waters, it’s your friends who keep you afloat…Maddy Wolfe’s life has just...
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