Only mundanes say they're sorry when what they mean is "I share your grief,"' Jace observed.

Never doubt my weaseling abilities, Shadowhunter, for they are epic and memorable in their scope.

I have a feeling you're right, Sherwin.' 'Simon. My name is Simon.

Do reasons matter when there's nothing that can be done to change things.

And I think that you do not understand that sometimes the only choice is between acceptance and madness.

You behave as if everything is funny to you, but you never laugh. Sometimes you smile when you think no one is paying attention.

What did Isabelle want?" Jace asked. Alec hesitated. "Isabelle says the Queen of the Seelie Court has requested an audience with us." "Sure," said Magnus. "And Madonna wants me as a backup dancer on her next world tour.