Life isn't fair,' Skulduggery said. 'In my experience, death isn't so different.

We live in a time of fear," Skulduggery said, "where we're too scared of upsetting the status quo to ask the questions we need to be asking.

Are you kidding? I jumped off a building -- of course I'm hurt.

If things go wrong, I'll lead them away. Once it's clear, get back to the car. If you don't see me in five minutes, then I've probably died a very brave and heroic death. Oh and don't Oh, and don't touch the radio--I've got it tuned right where I want it and I don't want you messing that up.

So what does that actually mean?' 'To be honest, Ghastly, I haven't a bull's notion.' 'Elder Bespoke should be addressed by his full title,' Tipstaff said. 'Of course,' Skulduggery said. 'To be honest, Your Highness, I haven't a bull's notion.

Desmond, don't poke the baby!'... 'I'll get you next time-' Don't threaten the baby either!'.

Valkyrie: “You are such a moron.” Skulduggery: “Don't be jealous of my genius.