One choice can transform you. One choice can destroy you. Once choice will define you.

I do like to hit people-I like the explosion of power and energy, and the feeling that I am untouchable because I can hurt people. But I hate that part of myself, because it is the part of me that is the most broken

I have a theory that selflessness and bravery aren't all that different. All your life you've been training to forget yourself, so when you're in danger, it becomes your first instinct

Fear," she says, "is more powerful than pain.

My name is Four,” I say. “Call me ‘Stiff’ again and you and I will have a problem.

Why is your heart racing Tris?

I watch her blond head until it disappears around the bend, and I feel bare, like there's nothing left to protect me against pain. Her absence stings worst of all.