How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
Really, the Creator is the one I have the grievance with. Not the Boss. The Boss is just doing his job like the rest of us, just fulfilling his function. The Creator is the one who set up all the rules. (1.5)
Hmm… is it just us, or does it seem like Kiriel has some unfinished business with the Creator? He knows the guy must have his reasons, but it doesn't make sense the way he sees it. Kiriel's whole idea of spirituality is based on his notion of the Creator and the Boss.
Quote #2
I have never been anything but spirit—anywhere and everywhere I wanted to be, just never in a physical sense. This was the first time I was ever in exactly one place. Before, I could have known what anybody on earth was doing, if I'd felt like it. (1.15)
As we start to get to know Kiriel, we realize how different his life has been from ours—he doesn't even have a body. It's hard to conceptualize, but this helps us understand him better. He thinks about the beauty in life because of his body—or lack thereof.
Quote #3
Creator, I thought, I'm sorry I didn't understand what a bang-up job. You did on this place. He didn't answer, of course. (1.34)
Did you catch the mocking tone here? Good. Kiriel begins to talk to the Creator about the wonderful beauty in everyday life. Too bad the guy doesn't answer him. Yet, we can't help but wonder if the Creator does take notice since he sends an angel down after Kiriel later on.