The idea that God works in mysterious ways is rubbish. Thereโs nothing mysterious about his ways. Theyโre premeditated and slightly conniving, and they place you in an impossible situation.
Melina MarchettaThe gods do make playthings of us ... but it is we mortals who provide them with the tools.
Melina MarchettaWhat are you doing?" she asked, trying to raise herself. "First, I thought I'd show you what a pity it would be if they cut off my wicked tongue.
Melina Marchetta