Hope will lie to you, but lust is what it is; it never lies.

No. But then the American Government--whatever branch--has never really grasped the concept of tribal identity.

Most women complain that there are no single, straight men left. I’d just like to meet one who’s human.

Oh, no, a leopard blew up and plastered itself all over everything, but hey, animal print was in this year.

Sometimes love isn't about being smart. Sometimes it's about being stupid together.

The ratman froze, staring at me. "Why are you laughing?" His voice held just a hint of unease. Good. I was hoping that the vampires would come for me soon and save me. You've got to admit that's funny.

"I was just offered a contract on your life, for enough money to make it worth my while." It was my turn to be quiet. "Did you take it?" "Would I be calling you if I had?" "Maybe," I said. He laughed. "True, but I'm not going to take it." "Why not?" "Friendship." "Try again," I said. "I figure I'll get to kill more people guarding you. If I take the contract, I only get to kill you." "Comforting."