My Favorite Quotes

'I loved your letters,' said Bill.
'Did you?'
'Made me laugh out loud.'
'They weren't meant to make you laugh.'
'Oh. What were they meant to do?'
'Make you come home,' said Rose.
(Indigo's Star, Hilary McKay 2006)
Let's make a deal that we don't borrow tomorrow's problems today.

(A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire, Jennifer L. Armentrout 2020)

Death is like an old friend who pays a visit, sometimes when it's least expected and other times when you're waiting for her. It's neither the first nor the last time she'll pay a visit, but that doesn't make death any less harsh or unforgiving.
(A Soul of Ash and Blood, Jennifer L. Armentrout 2023)

One young woman's neurotic ambition killed an innocent girl, but brought justice to two other lives and potentially saved many more. Was it worth it?
(Our Daughter's Bones, Ruhi Choudhary 2020)

You have the power to rewrite your own story and create a future that is worthy of you.
(Heir of Fire, Sarah J. Maas 2014)

Hawke placed a hand on the hilt of his broadsword and bowed slightly, his gaze never once leaving mine. 'With my sword and with my life, I vow to keep you safe Penellaphe,' he spoke, voice deep and smooth, reminding me of rich decadent chocolate. 'From this moment until the last moment, I am yours.'
(From Blood and Ash, Jennifer L. Armentrout 2020)

And if you decide you want to take what it yours and claim the throne, I will set this entire kingdom on fire and watch it burn if that ensures the crown sits on your head.
(The Crown of Gilded Bones, Jennifer L. Armentrout 2021)

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