When it comes to individual destiny, there is no power greater in the universe then the conviction of the human soul to make a choice.

He turned to look just in time to see the rain start falling out as if the storm had finally decided to weep with shame for what it had done to them.

When I'm feeling a little empty in the head, I like to go see movies or read to loosen things up there.

i felt her absence. it was like waking up one day with no teeth in your mouth. you wouldn't need to run to the mirror to know they were gone

Yeah, you're a regular Mozart...well, except for the whole music thing.

Thomas jabbed a thumb over his shoulder and raised his eyebrows. "You met our new friend?" Miho responded, a smirk flashing across his face. "Real piece of work, this guy. I gotta get me one of those shuck suits. Fancy stuff." "Am I awake?" Thomas asked. "You're awake. Now eat—you look horrible. Almost as bad as Rat Man over there, reading his book.

Thomas had a depressing - and scary - thought. 'Am I . . . replacing someone? Did somebody get killed?' Minho shook his head. 'No, we're just training you - someone'll want a break. Don't worry, it's been a while since a Runner was killed.' For some reason that last statement worried Thomas, though he hoped it didn't show on his face.