“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...”

“Failed relationships can be described as so much wasted make-up.”

“Sex without love is a meaningless experience, but as far as meaningless experiences go its pretty damn good.”

“Aside from the obvious, Francesca, what do you want in return for supplying information? Bones asked, getting back to the subject. You to take me, she replied at once. Not gonna happen! I spat, squ...”