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This quote, likely from one of her novels, reflects the world-building of her Dark Days series, where vampires and other supernatural creatures often walk a fine line between morality and savagery. The context suggests a period of great turmoil and violence in the world of the series.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote belies a deeper philosophical tension: the devaluation of human life in favor of more 'desirable' or 'useful' targets. This paradox highlights the ease with which we can become desensitized to the value of human life, especially when compared to more 'exotic' or 'beautiful' alternatives. 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