1.
Folks think a lifetime is a thing stretched out over years. It ain't. It can happen quick as a match in a dark room.
Esi Edugyan
2.
To me, chocolate was the sole reason we on this earth.
Esi Edugyan
3.
I guess mercy is a muscle like any other. You got to exercise it, or it just cramp right up.
Esi Edugyan
4.
Ain't no glory made from being dependable.
Esi Edugyan
5.
It's early yet. It's always early, while you still alive.
Esi Edugyan
6.
What is luck but something made to run out.
Esi Edugyan
7.
Ain't no man can outrun his fate.
Esi Edugyan
8.
It's like that, I guess, when the past come to collect what you owe.
Esi Edugyan
9.
The kid come in at a strange angle, made the notes glitter like crystal.
Esi Edugyan
10.
Canada kills any conversation quick, I learned long ago. It's a little trick of mine.
Esi Edugyan
11.
Of all the excellent copyedits I've received over the years, Marie-Lynn Hammond's was by far the best. Her work on Half Blood Blues was incredibly sensitive and astute.
Esi Edugyan
