But we were all young once. It passes, like innocence and a sense of fair play. The only thing left in the end is a good instinct for survival.

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

Knock your bad self out.

I thought of several alec smart remarks, but you should humor crazy people when you're at their mercy; it's a rule.

He's no more human than I am, ma petite." At least I'm not dead." That can be remedied.

Most of the monsters... are based on some sort of mythology. Every culture and even some geographical areas have monsters and mythology that is their own.

I'd made sure I knew his name. You shouldn't ask people to die for you if you don't at least know their name.