Sometimes minor characters are based on people I know, on friends of mine. But I'm not writing a thinly veiled version of my own life.

Family is more than blood

My boyfriend always says that if it weren't for him I'd probably get rid of my apartment and live nowhere, and he's right.

It's Will," she said. "He's being absolutely ridiculous in the dining room." Charlotte looked puzzled. "How is this different from him being totally ridiculous in the library or the weapons room or any of the other places he's usually ridiculous?

When two people are at one in their inmost hearts, they shatter even the strength of iron or bronze.

I want to kiss you one more time before I die.

Eternity is a long time to spend alone, without others of your kind.