Murder is Easy (Superintendent Battle, #4)

by Agatha Christie

Luke had a somewhat illogical prejudice against lawyers in general—based on the grounds that so many politicians were recruited from their ranks. Also their cautious habit of not committing themselves annoyed him.

“I cramped your style,” said Bridget. “I saw that. It rather amused me, I’m afraid.” “Oh, it would! Women with any brains are usually cold-bloodedly cruel.” Bridget murmured: “One has to take one’s pleasures as one can in this life!”