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Dec 2023
4m 18s

Twas the Night Before Christmas

CRIMINAL
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Our Christmas tradition—Phoebe reads Clement C. Moore’s “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Read along. Our other shows are Criminal and This is Love. You can listen to Phoebe Reads a Mystery, Criminal and This is Love without any ads by signing up for Criminal Plus. You’ll also get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of Criminal and other exclusive benefits. Le ... Show More
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