Treat all fairly or they will seek revenge.

The monsters of the mind are far worse than those that actually exist.

Fame or infamy, either one is preferable to being forgotten when you have passed from this realm.

For her, choices were simple; either there was an action she could take to improve the situation, in which case she took it, or there was not, and everything else said on the subject was so much meaningless noise.

As they spread out their blankets, Saphira commented with satisfaction, We are becoming more powerful, Eragon, both of us. Soon no one will be able to stand in our way. Yes, but which way shall we choose? Whichever one we want, she said smugly, settling down for the night.

When you can have anything you want by uttering a few words, the goal matters not, only the journey to it.

The deeds of the children are a testament to the upbringing they received from their parents.