Anyone who takes a hit for Adrian Ivashkov deserves some credit.

“Queen Vasilisa Sabina Rhea Dragomir, first of her name.”

“Sunshine had never tasted so sweet as it did at that moment.”

“It doesn't matter. Take Eddie's blood. Take Belikov's blood. Take your own for …”

“You're in an awfully good mood," he observed. "Was there a sale at Khakis-R-Us?”