Sometimes you can't save everyone. Sometimes all you can do... is kill a whole bunch of people

Sometimes you can't save everyone. Sometimes all you can do... is kill a whole bunch of people

In the world of Simon R. Green's novels, particularly in his popular series like the Nightside and the Secret Histories, the protagonists often find themselves faced with difficult choices and moral dilemmas. One recurring theme in Green's works is the idea that sometimes, in order to save the greater good or protect the innocent, one must make sacrifices and take extreme measures. This often involves making tough decisions that may go against traditional notions of heroism and righteousness.

The quote "Sometimes you can't save everyone. Sometimes all you can do... is kill a whole bunch of people" encapsulates this theme perfectly. In Green's dark and gritty worlds, the characters are often forced to confront the harsh realities of their situations and make tough choices that may involve violence and bloodshed. The protagonists are not always shining beacons of virtue, but flawed individuals who must navigate a morally ambiguous landscape in order to achieve their goals.