No offense, but I'd rather kiss the horse.

The CIA agent looked more dead than alive. Alex wondered if he had been hit, but there was no sign of any blood. Perhaps he was in shock.

…my life has been a remarkable one. Maybe one day someone will write a book about me . . .” "I’ve never much cared for horror stories.

I'm not very good at creating worlds. I prefer to write about the world as it is.

Do you realise how much trouble you're in?" "Perhaps I'll have some Weetabix after all.

When the doorbell rings at three in the morning, it's never good news.

There are many things in life that cannot be explained.