" Albert got her to her feet. He gathered her few wayward things and delicately placed a hand on an unburnt spot to help her walk. —You’re going to have this two-tone problem for a while. Your backside is as white as virgin pearl. —A moan will have to suffice for a witty rejoinder. —I’ll pretend to be dazzled. "
― Patrick Ness , The Crash of Hennington