I hated myself for needing him at such times, for craving his strength whenever I felt upset.

Most Bolton students were scions of the city's wealthiest families. My crewe stuck out like hooker at church. We werent part of their pampered, priveliged world, and many of our classmates were quick to remind us of that fact. Taunting the "boat kids" was practically a varsity sport.

Why do all your brilliant ideas involve felonies?

You all right now?" "I'm exceptional. Wonderful. Thanks for the concern. You complete me.

At first I probably seem very abrupt, but I like efficiency. There's work and there's play, and I always think: 'Let's get the work over with so we can thoroughly enjoy the play.

My first book was the most successful debut novel in the UK ever and every one of my books has reached number one in the UK. Clearly the British know brilliance when they see it.

People love to hate the gravedigger.