Firewatching Quotes

“Lily lets out a breath she didn't know she was holding and watches her mother slide back into the woodchip on the walls.”
― Russ Thomas, Firewatching

“Then what? Life goes on, isn't that what they say? But what for and for how long?”
― Russ Thomas, Firewatching

“She has slept she realises. It seems almost disrespectful how easily sleep claimed her. Not that she feels rested in any real sense, but still, she's sure Edna wouldn't approve. She stands and walks to the window, The day is to be bright and hot. The weather has made no allowance for her loss. On the contrary, the summer has made another assault on them, fighting to the last. The end of the world is surprisingly pleasant.”
― Russ Thomas, Firewatching