Bad idea Quote by Paul Cornell
““Graveyards were usually, in his team's experience, a bad idea. This one was full of greenish lights that danced between the graves, and there were a couple of swaying figures, one an emaciated husk with glowing eyes who had taken to ... yes, there he was again this morning, like every morning. Quill tiredly raised his hand to return the wave.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lazarus Effect, 2009
Describes a graveyard with eerie lights and strange figures, creating a haunting atmosphere.
In simple terms: A spooky graveyard with glowing lights and odd beings.
Key Takeaway
Embrace eerie settings for tension.
Themes
horror
atmosphere
supernatural
Mood
eerie
intriguing
Type
creative
descriptive
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- game design
- film set design
Key Concepts
world‑building
visual imagery
Questions to Reflect On
- How does setting affect fear?
- What details make a scene memorable?
A Different Perspective
Overuse may become cliché.
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