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C. J. Cherryh
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1942– · United States science fiction and fantasy author

Also known as: Caroline Janice Cherry, Caroline Janice Cherryh, Carolyn Cherry, Carolyn Cherryh, Carolyn Janice Cherry, Carolyn Janice Cherryh

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Known works

  • Downbelow station
  • Cyteen
  • Forge of Heaven
  • By the Sword
  • Destroyer