I kiss him as the train slides into unlit, uncertain land. I kiss him for as long as I want, for longer than I should, given that my brother sits three feet away from me.
Veronica RothHuman reason can excuse any evil; that is why it's so important that we don't rely on it.
Veronica RothI smirk as Peter misses again. I can't help myself. "Hey, Peter," I say, " Remember what a target is?
Veronica RothI watch her blond head until it disappears around the bend, and I feel bare, like there's nothing left to protect me against pain. Her absence stings worst of all.
Veronica RothThough I know that he had something to do with the attack simulation, and with all those deaths, I find it difficult to pair those actions with the man I see in front of me. I wonder if this is how it is with all evil men, that to someone, they look just like good men, talk like good men, are just as likeable as good men.
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