Nothing More to Tell Quotes

“I know that you can have the best intentions and still get the worst results.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“The world would be a better place if more people knew when to stop talking. Everyone says too much, all the time. Ask them a simple question, and they’ll give you their entire life story. No one cares! Just say yes or no.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“When life gives you lemons, make lemon cake”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Amen to that,” I say, and Brynn kicks me under the table. Rose points the bottle at me. “Not you specifically. Jesus respects the drinking age.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“I haven’t felt like a kid since that day in the woods, and it doesn’t seem like the kind of thing you can get back.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“I love my father, but he can be a stereotypical scientist sometimes; blunt to the point of being cruel. He doesn’t realize how demoralizing it is to watch him dismiss someone who doesn’t have their entire life mapped out by the age of twenty-four.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Because you can make a real difference with every story, and give a voice to people who don’t have one.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“I know that secrets can eat you alive, and the truth can break your heart, and sometimes it's hard to know which is worse.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Everything about Charlotte Holbrook is designed to make mere mortals feel plain, awkward, and underdressed.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“You're a bad liar, Tripp Talbot. Always have been.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Book smart isn’t people smart,” she says. “When did you get so wise?” I mutter.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“It's hard to know how other people interpret things”
― Karen McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Eight years later, I still can’t believe she said that to a nine-year-old. Of all the things my mother has done to me over the years, being honest might be the worst. The bell on the door jingles,”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Oh, you sweet summer child.” Gideon shakes his head. “There’s no introducing when it comes to Ramon. I can guarantee you, if William Larkin is on the roundtable agenda, Ramon already knows more about his case than you ever will.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“This one has a bruise.” It looks fine to me, but Charlotte is like that fairy tale about the princess and the pea—always pointing out flaws that nobody else notices.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Of all the things money can buy you, having every single meal look and taste this good without lifting a finger has to be one of the best.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“you were trying to help people who were hurting find peace. I know that secrets can eat you alive, and the truth can break your heart, and sometimes it’s hard to know which is worse.” I can feel my T-shirt getting wetter, but Brynn is crying quietly this time. “I know that you can have the best intentions and still get the worst results. And I know”—I pull her closer and rest my chin on the top of her head—“that you won’t always feel like this.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“That last part's not true, actually, but he should look terrible.”
― Karen McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“I have been enjoying the show....but quietly, subtly and with dignity.”
― Karen McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Wade claps his hands together, kind of like I just did. “So what’s the deal? You’re making a little garden for a dead guy and Google’s not your friend? It’s too much work for a couple of rich kids, so why not waste Wade’s time?” “Wow.” Brynn blinks a couple of times before turning back to me. “I didn’t think I’d have to admit this within the first thirty seconds of this meeting, but—you were right, Tripp.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“hate to break it to you, Charlotte, but having a single relationship with your middle-school sweetheart doesn’t make you an expert.” I feel angry and off balance suddenly, wishing I could have this conversation with someone who’s not simultaneously judging me and belittling me, and frustration turns my words sharp. “It actually makes you kind of sheltered. So maybe don’t try to give advice when you’re incapable of making a move without Shane.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Her lips thin, and all I get in return is a curt nod. Looks like our brief bout of camaraderie is over. Note to self: Charlotte doesn’t like being disobeyed.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“That’s very toxic behavior,” Charlotte says, and I snort out a laugh. “If you ever meet my mother, Charlotte, you’ll realize what an understatement that is.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Shane can’t handle the pressure from all this renewed interest in Mr. Larkin, what the hell hope do Charlotte or I have?”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“I’d rather live in Regina’s spare room for the rest of my life than hand thousands of dollars to the woman who abandoned me eight years ago and never looked back.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Oh Christ. Does she have a new boyfriend? Does she want me to meet him? Even if he’s rich and generous, I’m not sure I can stomach that. “Okay,” I say.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Tripp’s is that sometimes he drinks a little too much when something sets him off.” Her face hardens. “Like a demented old groundskeeper turning positively feral.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Colin snarls. “Bunch of psychopath elite freaks, all three of you. Think you can kill a teacher and get away with”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“Basically never, and look where it’s gotten me. Still living with him at the age of twenty-four. So—learn from my mistakes, okay?” He yawns and scratches his chin. “And get some sleep. I need to do the same.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell

“To interrupt me? And question my judgment, like I’m some kind of novice who needs guidance and not the person who single-handedly built this show from the ground up?” “Preach it,” Lindzi says under her breath.”
― Karen M. McManus, Nothing More to Tell