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Graveyard Quote by Laurell K. Hamilton

“It was after 2:00 A.M. before we got back to the graveyard. The Feds had kept us forever, like they didn't believe we were telling them the whole truth. Fancy that. I hated being accused of concealing evidence when I wasn't. Made me want to lie to them just so they wouldn't be disappointed.” quote by Laurell K. Hamilton
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““It was after 2:00 A.M. before we got back to the graveyard. The Feds had kept us forever, like they didn't believe we were telling them the whole truth. Fancy that. I hated being accused of concealing evidence when I wasn't. Made me want to lie to them just so they wouldn't be disappointed.””

Laurell K. Hamilton

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dead Witch Walking by Laurell K. Hamilton, 1995

Frustration with authorities who doubt you, leading to a desire to deceive to avoid disappointment.

In simple terms: Mistrust of officials.

Key Takeaway

Seek honest communication.

Themes

justice authority truth frustration

Mood

tense reflective

Type

cautionary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • police interrogations
  • courtroom testimony
  • whistleblowing

Key Concepts

legal system psychological stress

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you prove truth without lying?
  • What are the costs of mistrust?
A Different Perspective

Deception erodes trust.

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