Artemis Quote by Eoin Colfer
“...I just pulled a pretty big job and needed to hide out for awhile." "...Where's all the loot?" "That, as my cousin Nord would say, is where my improvised lie falls apart." Artemis put two and two together and arrived at a very unpleasant four. "You were here to rob me!" "No, I wasn't. How dare you?!”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Artemis, 2011, Science Fiction
A character’s lie unravels when a cousin’s saying reveals the truth, exposing betrayal and prompting confrontation.
In simple terms: A lie collapses under scrutiny, leading to conflict.
Key Takeaway
Be honest to avoid messy confrontations.
Themes
trust
deception
family dynamics
consequences
Mood
tense
dramatic
Type
ethical
adventurous
When to use this quote
- investigations
- conflict resolution
- team building
- storytelling
Key Concepts
narrative tension
ethical dilemma
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance truth and self‑preservation?
- When is deception justified?
A Different Perspective
Lies may be necessary for survival in dangerous contexts.
