“Truth is a risky proposition. It's the nature of mediocre human beings to believe that lies are necessary, that they serve a purpose, that truth is subversive, that candor is dangerous, that the very scaffold of communal life is supported by lies.”
More from Anne Rice
“Who will take care of me, my love, my dark angel, when you are gone?”
“Don't be afraid. I'm going to give you the choice I never had.”
“Goodnight sweet prince, may flights of devils wing you to your rest.”
“[smiling] And the more you tried, the more I wanted you.”