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Could be. But then, now that the recipient has made the news, there's always the chance that whoever came forward with it would return it if convinced of the rightful owner. But how many scam artists will come forward, claiming remorse and trying to collect it?
Reminds me of the passage in American Gods about an old scam, where someone goes in with money that looks suspicious, to buy expensive jewelry. The owner checks with a bank and told it's legit. On the way out, the purchaser is collared by a supp
Heh. I actually mentioned it because I am currently reading it on audio during my commute -- mostly through but not quite yet. So don't ruin the ending for me....:)
So, I finished the book, and yes, I know exactly what you meant. I must admit I was rather confused by quite a few aspects of the book, which I hesitate to post here for fear of spoilers. But in the end it was fun.
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The person who left the ring is going to regret it, and probably already does.
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Reminds me of the passage in American Gods about an old scam, where someone goes in with money that looks suspicious, to buy expensive jewelry. The owner checks with a bank and told it's legit. On the way out, the purchaser is collared by a supp
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It's a gem of a book - and come back to this conversation when you wrap it up, you'd know what I meant.
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I have my suspicions ... especially after your first comment, which is why I wondered about spoilers.
More in a few days.
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But it is kinda nice, you must admit!