He believed nothing he was told and trusted no one.

Abraham Lincoln because he was a man filled with great compassion who believed that all men are created free and equal, and was not afraid to stand on that platform. The way Lincoln lived his life has served me well in mine.

It moves at its own measured pace, for it has no reason to hurry. Tomorrow will come in its own good time.

The only one who can make you give up is yourself.

I think that's because believable action is based on authenticity, and accuracy is very important to me. I always spend time researching my novels, exploring the customs and attitudes of the county I'm using for their setting.

My heroes are those who risk their lives every day to protect our world and make it a better place - police, firefighters and members of our armed forces.

I try to give both my heroes and villains an emotional dimensionality which provides the motivation for their actions.