“Truth is a risky proposition. It's the nature of mediocre human beings to believe that lies are necessary, that they serve a purpose, that truth is subversive, that candor is dangerous, that the ve...”

“First time my masters in English literature ever proved useful.”

“What if the drive to survive was a form of faith, a form of prayer?”

“But Marchent, most journalists cant be trusted. You do know that, dont you?”

“Who could trust language?”

“Youre a mystery the way a sacrament is a mystery.”

“Failed relationships can be described as so much wasted make-up.”

“Sex without love is a meaningless experience, but as far as meaningless experiences go its pretty damn good.”

“Aside from the obvious, Francesca, what do you want in return for supplying information? Bones asked, getting back to the subject. You to take me, she replied at once. Not gonna happen! I spat, squ...”