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Orange-spined mystery paperback found near library
Fresno / Madera
Found
listing
Posted
7 days
ago
Description
I found a paperback mystery with an orange spine this afternoon around 3:15pm behind the Fresno Main Library, near the L Street entrance where the bike racks sit. It's about 320 pages, slightly creased from travel, and there's a bright blue bookmark sticking out. On the back cover is a tiny coffee stain and a handwritten note that says 'M. Chen' along with a small sticker from a local bookstore. I figured someone might be missing it and would really appreciate getting it back. If this sounds like yours, reach out and I’ll hold onto it safe and sound.
Approximate found location
Fresno / Madera
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