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The quote "When you believe a lie for too long, the truth doesn't set you free, it tears you apart" is widely attributed to the character Takeshi Kovacs, the protagonist of Richard K. Morgan's "Altered Carbon" novels and the Netflix adaptation. However, based on the available sources, there is no direct evidence that this specific line appears in either the "Altered Carbon" books or the Netflix series[1][2][3][4]. The search results provide overviews and character analyses but do not mention this quote or its origin within official media.

Takeshi Kovacs is known for his cynical, hard-edged worldview shaped by personal loss and betrayal in a dystopian society[2]. While the sentiment of truth being painful after prolonged deception aligns with his character and themes explored in "Altered Carbon," the exact phrase appears to be attributed to Kovacs primarily in fan discussions rather than direct canon sources.

In summary, while the quote encapsulates the spirit of Takeshi Kovacs’ outlook and experiences, there is no verification from the search results that he says or writes this line in Richard K. Morgan's books or in the television adaptation[1][2][3][4]. If you want to refer to it, it's best described as a paraphrasing of Kovacs' philosophy rather than a documented quote from the character.

AI's search results suck ass. Take it from someone who knows:

It's in the series. The first season of which holds up surprisingly well.

The second one is a complete waste of time, obviously.