His voice seemed to tremble as he offered "abject and true remorse" to "the loved ones of all innocent victims over the past 25 years."

He knows l feel true remorse about the Duncans.

"True, but since Falael feels true remorse, further demonstration of your displeasure must be futile."

It marks the first time in the series that the character shows true remorse and complexity.

"You might say that, though Karsus was too mad for true remorse," said Melegaunt.

To his better credit he confessed it, and has shown true remorse that ever he brought this unfortunate young man into his plans.

Earlier this year, Japan's Parliament refused to approve a resolution that expressed true remorse.

But how is true remorse displayed?

He said his crime was "heinous" and he felt "true remorse."

While Marcello does not feel true remorse, he does seek some absolution for this incident throughout the novel.