There is always something to see, if you only know how to look.

The line between confidence and arrogance is very fine, Josh,” Flamel said quietly. “And the line between arrogance and stupidity even finer. Sophie,” he added, without looking at her.

To remain unknown in this modern world: that, indeed, is real power.

Don't ever, for any reason, do anything to anyone, for any reason, ever, no matter what.

I have been very lucky: my writing has taken me across the world, and I have seen some extraordinary sites and sights.

Her hands flew to her mouth. 'Are we even twins?' Josh rested his hand on her shoulder and brought his forehead to rest against hers, strands of their blond hair mingling. 'I will always be your brother, Sophie. I will always look after you.

Knowledge itself is never dangerous, it is how that knowledge is used that is dangerous