Alanna: All I know is that I'm to jump when I'm told and I have no free time.

Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

You are brave, kicking a chained prisoner. They must sing heroic ballads about you on winter nights!" (Alanna)

These mages," Kol asked, a wicked glint in his eye, "what kind of fees will they charge? Will I get a two-for-one discount, since they're twins?

Nestor beckoned to me and I dismounted with care.I handed the reins to the boy with thanks. I do not wish to see that hard-charging bag of bones again, unless it is in my soup.

Yes Headwoman Azaze. But I never lie to Rosethorn. She, um, discourages it." "Evvy and I have an understanding." She grabbed the teakettle and poured hot water into the mug. "She tells me the truth, and I don't hang her in the first well we come to. It's a solution that works tolerably well for both of us.

Briar: "So I guess I was the last to know." Rosethorn: "Of course you are. You're a man, aren't you?