... because I have fallen in love with so many pretty girls and never once the least bit with any man.

I think we are all hopelessly flawed.

Dear me, if men and women would only trust, understand, and help one another as my children do, what a capital place the world would be!

All the worse for the undeniable talent which hides the evil so subtly and makes the danger so delightful.

Power is a dangerous thing. Be careful that you don't abuse it or let it make a tyrant of you.

Better lose your life than your soul.

Laurie, you're an angel! How shall I ever thank you?" "Fly at me again. I rather liked it," said Laurie, looking mischievous, a thing he had not done for a fortnight.