Jennifer Egan quote

I listened to classic rock and roll, and punk rock. 'Goon Squad' provides a pretty accurate playlist of my teenage years, though it leaves out 'The Who,' which was my absolute favorite band.
Jennifer Egan
Jennifer Egan
Jennifer Egan
Born: Sep 7, 1962

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