How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
When the story of [Kat] crossing the drawbridge would involve not rain but bullets; when the tale of her asking Arturo Taccone of his help would include threats and windows and something involving a pair of antique dueling pistols (which, according to legend, Kat would also steal). (9.38)
Thieves have a reputation to uphold. Sometimes, this reputation involves a little, shall we say, embellishment. The way stories are woven in this passage, however, exceeds petty embellishment; it's more like the author is calling a fast-food hamburger Filet Mignon.
Quote #5
Some stories make your hands shake. Sometimes too many details make you fidget in the dark. (10.43)
Arturo Taccone has a reputation that involves vague stories of menace and mayhem. These stories are more likely to inspire fear than respect. But sometimes, it can be hard to tell the difference between the two. Are we right?
Quote #6
"The old families [...] had names—aliases—that they only used when they were doing things that were too big, too dangerous. [...] They were secret names, Hale. Sacred names." (12.37)
In the thieving world, one of these Chelovek Pseudominas is like a trophy for having a famous (or infamous) reputation. You have to earn it. Like housewives earn a spot on the show The Real Housewives of… by having reputations for flipping tables and throwing wine at each other.