Ack! Parables. I hate parables.

“Actually, orcas aren't quite as complex as scientists imagine. Most killer whal…”

“What are you working on?" Elizabeth asked. Nate could hear her tapping a pencil…”

“[Author's Notes] As I write this, September 2002, much about the humpback song …”

“The bat was looking at Theo and Theo was having trouble following his own thoug…”