There is power in controlling something that can do so much damage - in controlling something, period.

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

I don't want to stop you. I want you to stop yourself.

The truth has a way of changing people's plans.

Don’t worry about me handling the pain," I say. "I’ve had a lot of practice.

Becoming fearless isn't the point. That's impossible. It's learning how to control your fear, and how to be free from it.

Is there any other way to Erudite headquarters?" I say. "Not that I now of," says Cara. "Unless you want to jump from one roof to another." She laughs a little as she says it, like it's a joke. I raise my eyebrows at her. "Wait," she says. "You aren't considering---?