“Thomas,” the boss said. “How’s your father doing?” “He’s good, Sal.” Always the family questions first. That was Sal Demenci’s style. He could be about to whack someone and he’d ask how the guy’s sister was doing in school.” — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“What happened to the perp?” “Perp?” “The piece of crap who tried to kill my wife. Where is he now?” There was a pause, then, “Well, uh, you see, the guy—he’s in the parking lot right now.” “What’s he doing… — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“A vision flashed across Nick’s mind. It was the image of a lipstick kiss his wife left for him on the mirror that morning.… — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“Thomas,” the boss said. “How’s your father doing?” “He’s good, Sal.” Always the family questions first. That was Sal Demenci’s style. He could be… — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“What happened to the perp?” “Perp?” “The piece of crap who tried to kill my wife. Where is he now?” There was a pause,… — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“Matt was the antidote to fear and trepidation. It was as if he’d become so acquainted with death that he could sit in its… — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“Consider their role models,” Nick said. “You can’t change the tide with an oar.” — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
“Sometimes even common sense needs to come from a different voice before you recognize it.” — Gary Ponzo Copy Share Image
