Writers must be fair and remember even bad guys (most of them, anyway) see themselves as goodโthey are the heroes of their own lives. Giving them a fair chance as characters can create some interesting shades of grayโand shades of gray are also a part of life.
Stephen KingShe looks like the type that might freak out. It's something in the eyes, Frannie. It says if you shoot my sacred cows, I'll shoot yours.
Stephen King