In "Treachery in Death" by J.D. Robb, the protagonist reflects on the paradox of time and its perception. She feels frustrated by how tasks often seem to drag on longer than anticipated. This sentiment resonates with many, as waiting can amplify impatience and dissatisfaction with the passage of time. Ironically, when the desire is for time to unroll slowly, it tends to rush by unexpectedly. This inner conflict highlights a universal struggle with the nature of time—whether it feels too slow or too fast, it never seems to align with our wishes. The quote encapsulates this feeling of helplessness against time's whims, expressing a common human experience.

In "Treachery in Death" by J.D. Robb, the protagonist reflects on the paradox of time and its perception. She feels frustrated by how tasks often seem to drag on longer than anticipated. This sentiment resonates with many, as waiting can amplify impatience and dissatisfaction with the passage of time.

Ironically, when the desire is for time to unroll slowly, it tends to rush by unexpectedly. This inner conflict highlights a universal struggle with the nature of time—whether it feels too slow or too fast, it never seems to align with our wishes. The quote encapsulates this feeling of helplessness against time's whims, expressing a common human experience.