Quotes by James Patterson

So the first thing were gonna do, I told him, is push you off the roof.

Some kids get called bundles of joy or slices of heaven or dreams come true. We got the fifty-fourth generation of DNA experiments. Doesnt have the same warm and fuzzy feel. But maybe Im oversensitive.

Im a girl of extremes. When I love something, Im like a puppy dog (without all the licking). When Im cranky, Im a wasp (like a whole hive of em). And when Im angry, Im a Mother Bear with a predator after her cubs: Dangerous.

Who, last time Id checked, was still on our official archenemy list. (Yes, we have to keep a list. Its kind of sad.)

And Flock Rule Number Two is, Dont argue with Max or youll live to regret it. I spun and stomped out to the clearing, turning back for one last jab at Dylan. And by the way, you clearly DONT know me better than Fang does. Do you see Fang arguing with me? No, you do not.Fang rolled his eyes.

I stood my ground. You evil scientist are all the same--evil. Count me out.Fang and I brushed past Mr. God and walked quickly but smoothly to the exit. It was barely noon, and Id already made a huge enemy.Dang, Im good.

Listen, street punk. Youre a guy, and youre a couple inches taller, and maybe forty pounds heavier, and ooh, youre in a gang. But Ive survived ten years of Catholic school, and I will cut you off at your knees without a blink. Do you understand?

Marty, my mother used to say Never get greedy with God. I think what she meant was Dont dare ask for more if you already have what you need.

Max. Fang let go of my hand. Right now, its really all about—us. He swooped down to the right in a big semicircle, ending facing me. Slowly we climbed upward, until we were almost vertical, flying straight up to the sun. While carefully synchronizing our wings—they almost touched—Fang leaned in, gently put one hand behind my neck, and kissed me. It was just about as close to heaven as Ill ever get, I guess. I closed my eyes, lost in the feeling of flying and kissing and being with the one person in the world I completely,utterly trusted. When we finally broke apart, we looked down at the others, who were way far below us now. Angel was shading her eyes, looking up at us with a big smile. She was sitting on a dolphins back, and I hoped soon someone would explain to the dolphin that he shouldnt let Angel take advantage of his good nature. Still looking up at us, Angel gave us a big thumbs-up. She approves, Fang said with a hint of amusement.Jeez, I wondered aloud. Is that a good thing or a bad thing?

Theres always be a me and you.

The funny thing about facing imminent death is that it really snaps everything else into perspective.

Yes, Max, you are going to die. Just like everybody else.Thank you, Confucious.

He could totally be your boyfriend, [Angel] went on with annoying persistance. You guys could get married. I could be like a junior bridesmaid. Total could be your flower dog.Im only a kid! I shrieked. I cant get married!You could in New Hamps

Can I come in?No! Im in a towel!Im blind!

They call me, The Sharkalator

Its funny how different people are. If Id been this kid and someone was snarling Ordering a pizza? at me, without even thinking, I would have snarled back Yeah. You want pepperoni?-Maximum Ride

If youre ever feeling a lack of middle-aged white men, just pop into the Capitol. Not so much the House of Representatives, which has a bit more color and texture, but the Senate -- jeez. Yes, lets have more testosterone running the country.Maximum Ride, Schools Out--Forever

Im way hot, he muttered. But I dont feel sick. Just — way hot.Fang

Iggy. This is not a democracy, I said,(...)Itsa Maxocracy.

Okay, so, flying,” I started, taking a deep breath and focusing on the thing I loved most in the world. “Flying is … great. It feels great when you’re doing it. It’s fun. Pure freedom. There’s nothing better.”Dylan smiled, a slow, easy smile that seemed to light up his whole face.“So the first thing we’re going to do,” I told him, “is push you off the roof.