It demeans you to cover rotten meat with honey. I know what I am. What would you want with a monster?" "Everything.

I’m Lila, and yes, he’s crazy. But you must have noticed that before now. He was crazy back when I knew him, and he’s obviously gotten crazier over time.

I want you and I hate wanting things and I especially hate admitting I want them.

Great. Lookout. I'm a lookout. Another thing to put on my college applications. What do I do if I see someone?" Val looked back. "I'm not sure, actually.

She can’t help it. She loves the con. I tell myself I’m not like her, but I have to admit I love it too.

The more powerful you become, the more others will find ways to master you. They'll do it through those you love and those you hate. They will find the bit and the bridle that fits your mouth and will make you yield.

We’re all dying, Cassel. It’s just that some of us are dying faster than others.