He watched as Finnikin swung onto the horse, his sleeve stained with blood. Froi liked the way Finnikin reached behind him and took Evanjalin's hand, placing it around his waist. It made everything seem normal because Finnikin always wanted to touch her.

Why do I feel like something's missing in my life without them and they don't feel the same about me?

It's Thursday afternoon, and we have sports. These are the choices for the girls: watching an invitational cricket game; studying in one of the classrooms; or watching the senior rugby league. As you can imagine, I'm torn.

God knows what possessed me, but having that science book in my hand propelled me to immediate action. So I hit her with it.

You know something,Jacob, I'd hate to be as smart as Jonh. I mean he was really, really smart, and to be that smart means you know all the answers, and when you know all the answers there's no room for dreaming.

Don't believe in God. Love the world just the way it is.

Don't let me outlive this woman. Don't let me exist one moment without her.