It was as if the power and loneliness of the vampires' world had combined with the group oriented puppy-pile world of the shapeshifters and made something new.

The rich and powerful always seem to prefer the tops of buildings. Hasn't anyone ever explained to them that higher just means you have farther to fall? -- Anita Blake

Why is it that most things you might willingly do under other circumstances become distasteful when you have no choice?

It's better to be loved than feared, but if you can't be loved, then fear will do.-Dino quoting Machiavelli

You look wonderful", Jason said. "No compliments, Jason. I'm uncomfortable enough in the lingerie." "Then by all means take it off.

Anyone who doesn't believe that the forest is a deadly place has never been lost in one.

Giving up something that no longer serves a purpose, or protects you, or helps you, isn’t giving up at all, it’s growing up.