But inside or out, I was alone, and I was beginning to wonder if I always had been, if I always would be.

Dear Dad, When you sent me to school that morning, I thought you loved me. But now I see you for what you are. You called me a monster and a freak. But you’re the one that raised me.

What good is strength if you have no sense?

Everyone is just making the choices they think will help them get by.

No part of you is dark or ugly,' I said sharply, squeezing his hand. 'Not to me, not ever. Do you understand?

That was the Liam Stewart way of saying, Hi, darlin', missed you something fierce.

Well, have you ever thought of bathing?' I asked, turning away. 'No one wants to hire a wizard who smells worse than their outhouse. And who knows what creatures are living in that hair?