“... the successful recruit must be empathetic. This condition rules out the sadistic, the vengeful, and the enthusiastic. Therefore, many of the garden-variety killers who applied so far have had no chance of success, especially those who are already behind bars.” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“Every successful mission requires a clear plan. Tonight, Mrs. Sibanda’s mission was to enjoy some gratification. She would not be denied. Her plan was as clear as oxygen. It involved an expensive perfume, a bottle of wine, and audacious underwear.… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“I appreciate the gesture, but you don't have to undress in order to apologize” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“As he was about to press the button to shut the doors, a young woman stepped in. She had that sort of beauty that deserved to be prosecuted for appearing without notice. Professor Khupe was confident that an appropriate law existed for such a purpose. However, no prosecutor could remain undistracted for long enough to find the said law in… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share
“... cynicism is the only tool that can scrape away the tint off rose-coloured glasses.” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“Abel Muranda fought off furious red ants with mandibles that could cut through a miser's padlock.” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“MUSHAKABVU, I may be in a tough spot, but I am more worried about you. I have never experienced anything close to a sense of kinship with any of my clients, let alone those I have never met. However, the world you sent me to investigate has inspired a selfless concern that is uncommon between strangers. I hope you are… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share
“I will not mince words. There’s been enough mincing for one day. Therefore, I shall ask my question bluntly: How does a man know that his body has been turned inside out? … His eyes can see the back of his skull with an alarming clarity. I am told it hurts like hell. Especially when he refuses to explain why… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share
“Not all diseases come from bacteria and viruses, Professor. The worst often come from things you cannot see under a microscope. This plant is… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“As they say: A baking man will grasp at a hangman. Whoever gets the job will be dragged into the heat, forced to wear… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“… does a fair trial necessarily amount to a fair outcome?” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“Professor Khupe felt his chest swell with pride. It was doing so without his encouragement. If an electrical fault had stopped the elevator from… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“Your eyes betray a sadness that only a worthy man can conjure, but never solve” — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
“One candidate who considered applying for the position explained his change of heart: “That job is like unprotected sex. It feels amazing at the… — Taona Dumisani Chiveneko Copy Share Image
