Certainly the plagiarism, and dealing with the fallout of it, was the most difficult thing I've ever faced since I started writing.

I feel something for you, some dangerous thing, some volatile thing.

The man that put that hurt look in your eyes, could be worth everything, or nothing at all.

If people let other people alone, people would be better off. It's always people that screw things up for people anyway.

Decisions made quickly were almost always regretted quickly.

Put all your eggs in one basket... the handle's going to break. Then all you've got is scrambled eggs.

I want you to take note, Commander, that turning in my badge would be like cutting off my arm. But if it comes down to a choice between the job and my marriage, then I lose the arm.