Kidnappers Quote by Lois McMaster Bujold
““Is kidnapping kidnappers still kidnapping?" Miles mused. "Yes," said Roic, unhelpfully. "Not that NewEgypt is likely to bring charges." "Naw, they'd do something else." "I am reminded. I could have Suze freeze and store them for us, I suppose. Technically." Roic gave him the Look. "If push came to shove. As a Kibou-daini problem-solving technique, there seems to be precedent." Roic said nothing, firmly.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hades Factor, 1995
A character questions whether a criminal act remains a crime if the perpetrator is also a victim, highlighting moral ambiguity.
In simple terms: Is a kidnapping still kidnapping if the kidnapper is also kidnapped?
Key Takeaway
Question the consistency of moral labels.
Themes
morality
paradox
law
Mood
thought‑provoking
conflicted
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal debates
- fictional dilemmas
- ethical training
- role‑play games
Key Concepts
ethical relativism
justice
role‑reversal
Questions to Reflect On
- Can a crime be justified by circumstance?
- What defines a victim versus a perpetrator?
A Different Perspective
The line between victim and perpetrator can blur, making judgments complex.
