Long Shadows (Amos Decker, #7)

by David Baldacci

“Does it keep changing?” she asked in a small, measured tone. He knew exactly what she was referring to. “It seems to,” he answered. “But everyone’s mind changes, Mary, healthy or not. Nothing is static. Normal or not, whatever normal is.”

“Everything you said is exactly right, Frederica. And you will carry that with you for the rest of your life, as I will. But if you let it be what leads your life and defines who you are, then your existence on this earth will not be nearly as positive or productive as it could be.”

And if you really want to feel guilt, try taking your own life. It’s like you’re spitting all over their graves.” “Why is that?” asked Decker, looking at her intently. “Because you’re trying to take something away from yourself that was taken away from them without their consent.”