All My Friends Are Fictional’s Reviews > The Heart Goes Last > Status Update

“When Charmaine was little and recession was a dirty word and not a fact of life, Grandma Win told her that no one should be called ugly. […] But years later, when Charmaine was older, Grandma Win told her that good manners were for those who could afford them, and if an elbow in the ribs for the person trying to barge in front of you was what it took, then an elbow in the ribs was the tool you should use.”

„There are some little nooks and corners meant for brainy conversations — Think Tank, that section was called. The signage is still there, though someone's crossed out Think and written Fuck, because two of the semi-resident hookers turn tricks in there. […] The place wouldn't stay open, except that it's now the hub for what she supposes — knows, really — is the local clutch of drug dealers.“