Suspense Novel Quotes

“Do you know where Jean de Tournet is?” Jason asked.
“He is dead, Uncle,” Charlotte said flatly.
“How do you know?”
“I killed him in 1943. He was doing business with the Nazis. He tried to rape me” – she stopped and shivered – “but I killed him before he could.”
Jason and Sophie both looked at Charlotte with horror. This was the first time Jason had showed any genuine emotion throughout the evening. It was fear.”
― Hugo Woolley, The Wasp Trap

“I’m sure everyone’s sorry and said they’re sorry, and you’ve heard it a thousand times. We all mean well, by the way. We just don’t have words.”
I rubbed a hand over my forehead. Maybe that was the end of it. A little different than the standard lines. She meant well. Good talk. “It’s fine. Most people just say ‘sorry.’ I don’t need a speech.”
“I’m not, though.” Her hair swished against my arm as she shook her head. “It’s sad your mother died. It is. Because of all the things she’ll miss. It’s very sad. But, I’m glad she lived.”  ”
― J. Rose Black, Chasing Headlines

“Kowkosvki? You handling this?”
“I am.”
The suit turned and stared at me with his dark eyes. “Detective Hayden. I take it you’re the shooter?”
“I am.”
“And you are?”
“Jack Ludefance. I’m a PI hired by Mr. Kingsley to investigate the murder of Professor Zambear.”
“Oh, yeah, I heard about you. Who’s in the bedroom?”
“Rudy Orkut. My computer tech.”
“Computer tech, huh? Any idea who this dead body is?”
“Not a clue.”
― Behcet Kaya, Uncanny Alliance

“He wasn’t a reader of anything serious, but he had set himself the task of reading Walter Isaacson’s biography of Jobs, after which he entertained the idea of committing himself to a stay on the subcontinent in a hermitage to learn about Indian religions. He could find a yogi to give him the spiritual insights he sought. That would get him away from his boring wife and kids for a year at least, and who knew, maybe he could finagle a way never to come back.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“Is Cade a criminal, a sinner, or a biblical purveyor of justice? Your answer is your own. I cannot say whether or not you made the correct choice.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“Then she saw the animal, a German Shepherd, from the looks of him at this remove. He probably belonged on one of the farms out here, where owners don’t feel obligated to pen or chain their animals. Suddenly she saw he was coming without surcease directly toward her. He was still a long way off, but she was now terrified.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“He said to the big fellow with the taffy hair, “Before we finish off this operation, I need to hit you up with some ideas.” At that moment, Cade noticed how physically similar Preston was to Merlin Olsen, the NFL great, actor, and all-round good man. He marveled at Preston, the man who couldn’t be happier, as he twirled his head from monitor to monitor, adjusting joysticks and pressing buttons in this claustrophobic workspace.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“Pack had decided how he could help. But he could not fully explain himself to Cade. No way. There are problems, and there are big problems. This was a big problem. Big because it was risky, and big because Pack now confronted a moral dilemma. Were he not to assist Cade, there was a good chance the young woman might die, or be subjected to antifa brutality.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“Julie was cold and miserable. The wind whipped up, soughing through the grasses, making mournful music. Now the fog had thickened from broth to gruel between her and the little-traveled farm road.”
― John M. Vermillion, Awful Reckoning: A Cade Chase and Simon Pack Novel

“I don’t know how much more of this I can take,” Ryan said. “I don’t know who or what I am anymore. How can I help and heal people when I am drinking their blood!”
― Marie Montine, Arising Son: Part One

“Radha was now in a trance with mouth agape. She just looked at Akshay, who looked all romantic, and he had taken out a diamond ring by then.”
― Kumar Kinshuk, Ritualistic Murder

“Big results require big ambitions. ~ Heraclitus”
― B.L. Norris, Dark Moon: Don't Be Out... When the Moon Comes UP

“Radha thought he lacked his opinion and, therefore, his personality. However, she liked him for what he was. A good buddy.”
― Kumar Kinshuk, Ritualistic Murder

“I’m sorry,” you tell him.

You are so sorry, all the time. You are sorry his wife is dead. You are sorry, truly so, about the injustices of the world, the way they’ve befallen him. You are sorry he’s stuck with you, such a needy woman, always hungry and thirsty and cold, and so nosy at that.

Rule number two of staying alive in the shed: he’s always right, and you’re always sorry.”
― Clémence Michallon, The Quiet Tenant

“The fact that some clutched at their throats suggested death by asphyxiation or poisoning. But what about the persons standing? They seemed unaffected. Why? Had only a few taken a sip from the vial? Had anyone but the woman sipped from the vial? Was there a trick to being unaffected?”
― Richelle E. Goodrich, The Tarishe Curse

“I focus on representing life as close to reality as I can. Sometimes, (ok ok most of the time) it isn’t the most glorifying images of humanity. However, it points to our need for a Savior more than anything else I could write.”
― Tayler Marie Brooks

“I killed everyone in the book. But I was the only one who died in reality.”
― Niedria Kenny, Order in the Courtroom: The Tale of a Texas Poker Player

“What type of a person must he be, to cut an under the table deal with Police, Judges and Lawyers to destroy the life of his child's mother and ultimately get away with her murder.”
― Niedria Kenny, Order in the Courtroom: The Tale of a Texas Poker Player

“Redemption is the resilient bloom that emerges from the soil of truth, proving that even in the harshest storms the enduring power of honesty can mend the broken and illuminate the path to a brighter tomorrow.”
― Gemi NiCole

“The truth will NOT set you free. Truth will take everything, everybody you love, stomp on you, wipe her feet on you and laugh on the way out.

Mindy ( Secret Keepers)”
― Teddie Peacock, Secret Keepers: A Domestic Suspense Novel

“Thomas skillfully crafts a narrative that not only delves into the complexities of Christopher's internal struggles but also unravels the dynamics of his family and friendships. The author presents a nuanced portrayal of a young man caught between the expectations of his family and the skepticism of his friends, adding layers of depth to the central conflict.
 
Cheryl Thomas's writing exudes authenticity and a deep understanding of human nature. Her characters come alive with actual personalities, problems, and relationships, creating a rich and immersive reading experience. The narrative not only explores the struggles of an individual but also touches on broader spiritual themes that add depth to the storytelling.
 
"The Last One" is not just a tale of personal choices but a profound exploration of destiny and the impact of one individual's decisions on the entire human race. As readers journey through this gripping narrative, they are invited to contemplate the profound implications of the choices we make and the redemptive power of divine intervention.
 
In conclusion, Cheryl Thomas's "The Last One" is a masterfully crafted work that combines elements of suspense, spiritual exploration, and dynamic character development. This book is a testament to Thomas's ability to breathe life into her storytelling, making it a must-read for those seeking a thought-provoking and immersive literary experience.”
― In-house scouts and editors for the Festival of Books, University of Southern CA

“But someone had been at the park watching her. Who had that been? This wasn't over until they uncovered all the shadowy figures who had stalked them. If that ever happened. No matter what, she planned to get the egg out of her possession.”
― Colleen Coble, Fragile Designs

“Now it’s your turn to burn.”
― Jonathan Dunne, Fireman

“If I'd known I was wading in to this giant river of shit, I'd have told Lana to delete my number.”
― Kirsten Shuford, DAMAGE CONTROL

“Sometimes bad things happen to good people, Lucy. But I find myself questioning if sometimes…someone makes sure they do.”
― A. M. Todd

“Truth never runs; it only waits for the right eyes”
― Naiyem Chowdhury Rony, The Silent Witness: Act I – Shadows and Suspicions

“Some lies aren’t meant to hide the truth — they’re meant to protect the heart that speaks them.”
― Naiyem Chowdhury Rony, Lies We Loved

“Truth doesn’t stay cold forever; it just waits for someone brave enough to listen.”
― Naiyem Chowdhury Rony

“Todos dicen que cayó porque voló demasiado cerca del sol, pero voló, ¿entendés, hjio? Pudo volar. No importa caer, si fuiste un pájaro al menos por unos segundos.”
― Agustina Bazterrica, Tender Is the Flesh

“Hay decisiones que no se anuncian. Se toman en silencio.”
― Carlos E Urzola, El Comerciante de Silencios: Donde el silencio tuvo precio