“One good reason to only maintain a small circle of friends is that three out of four murders are committed by people who know the victim.”
“Naturally, one does not normally discuss plans to commit murder with the intended victim.”
“Most murders are committed by someone who is known to the victim. In fact, you are most likely to be murdered by a member of your own family on Christmas day.”
“People who work for money are no good. People who work for honor are also no good. That leaves only one reason. Love!”
“Why does anyone commit murder?' he asked in a low voice.'I-'I blinked.'How should I know?''Three reasons,' Christopher said. He held up one finger. 'Love.' Another finger. 'Revenge.' And finally, a third finger. 'Profit...”
“Do you realize that one out of every four Americans is unbalanced? Think of your three closest friends. If they seem normal, then you are the one.”