You know, people call mystery novels or thrillers 'puzzles.' I never understood that, because when I buy a puzzle, I already know what it is. It's on the box. And even if I don't, if it's a 5,000-piece puzzle of the 'Mona Lisa', it's not like I put the last piece in and go, 'I had no idea it's the 'Mona Lisa'!'
Harlan CobenI'm thinking of taking up golf, but the idea of spending time with golfers frightens me.
Harlan CobenHope is cruel. Hope reminds me of what almost was. Hope makes the physical ache return.
Harlan CobenThere are few times that I feel more at peace, more in tune, more Zen, if you will, than when I force myself to unplug.
Harlan Coben