Mika

“A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory. —STEVEN WRIGHT”
― Darynda Jones, First Grave on the Right

“I told Caliane that trying to civilize me is like trying to civilize a jungle cat,” Naasir said with a shrug. “We pretend to like people until we get hungry and want fresh meat.” A glance around, a glint in his eye. “I honestly do like you all. I haven’t thought about eating you for at least two centuries.”
― Nalini Singh, Archangel's Shadows

“Why do you suppose I’m here?” I asked him. Angel. A thirteen-year-old departed gangbanger. “Just ’cause you’re supposed to be, I guess.”
― Darynda Jones, First Grave on the Right

“I’m not most guys.” I tugged her over so she was sitting in my lap. “Haven’t you figured that out yet?” She dropped her hands to my shoulders. “I’m a little slow sometimes.” I laughed, and she responded with a smile. “Good thing I don’t like you for your brains.”
― Jennifer L. Armentrout, Origin