She saw him drenched with gasoline. She could actually feel the box of matches in her hand.

From a purely physical standpoint she didn't have a chance, but her attitude was that death was better than capitulation.

Nobody can avoid falling in love. They might want to deny it, but friendship is probably the most common form of love.

What an excellent tool the internet is for freaks.

I will write a couple of books and become a millionaire.

She had been sharing a house with him for a week, and he had not once flirted with her. He had worked with her, asked her opinion, slapped her on the knuckles figuratively speaking when she was on the wrong track, and acknowledged that she was right when she corrected him. Dammit, he had treated her like a human being.

I’ve had many enemies over the years. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s never engage in a fight you’re sure to lose. On the other hand, never let anyone who has insulted you get away with it. Bide your time and strike back when you’re in a position of strength—even if you no longer need to strike back.