“Just friends, she reminded herself. They were only friends, and would only be friends from here on out. It was a friendship that was to be cherished, as she cherished all the friendships she'd made...”

“My point is that I am going to figure this out, like I always do. First, were going to find a way to get into Artemisia. Were going to find Cress and rescue Cinder and Wolf. Were going to overthrow...”

“There was an edge to his expression, like he didn't trust anyone who was more attractive than he was.”

“I passed out from stress? Thats it?I believe the princess term is fainted, said Thorne.”

“You mean she doesnt intend to blow me up before the ceremony? said Kai, taking the box. How disappointing.”

“He was surprised at how angry he sounded -no, how angry he felt. Because it was impossible. It was impossible and unfair, and he had spent too many years in the trenches of unfairness to get riled ...”

“I'm sure I'll feel much more grateful when I find a guy who thinks complex wiring in a girl is a turn-on.”

“See? Injustice. Here we are, risking our lives to rescue Kai and this whole planet, and Adri and Pearl get to go to the royal wedding. Im disgusted. I hope they spill soy sauce on their fancy dress...”

“Linh Cinder. Such a pleasure. My master has spoken so highly of you.Cinder paused and studied her again. Who are you?Im called Darla. I am Captain Thornes mistress.Cinder blinked. Excuse me?He aske...”

“My life is an adventure." she said, growing confident as she opened her eyes again. "I will not be shackled to this satellite anymore.”

“Aaaaw," squealed Iko. "Did Wold just say he loves Scarlet? That's so cute!"Scarlet cringed. "He did not - that wasn't -" She balled her fists against her sides. "Can we get back to these soldiers t...”

“I guess its time.While Cresss thoughts continued to churn through the horrible things that could happen to her, she felt herself being suddenly spun around and dipped backward, a supportive arm sco...”

“In the time that man has been here there is one thing that all have seen and gazed upon in wonder. Luna.”

“The cool enchantment of evening has arrived after the prostrating heat of summer's day and we lie quietly in anticipation of Your luminous appearance - Mysterious Selene, Whose Lunar Orb relieves t...”