What have I earned from you, Valek? Loyalty? Respect? Trust?" "You have my attention. But give me what I want, and you… — Maria V. Snyder Attention Copy Share Image
Yes, I thought I'd try electrocution next. Since a bomb, a fire, Vinco's knife and a brief encounter with outer space didn't… — Maria V. Snyder Bombs Copy Share Image
Nothing says you care for me better than offering to torture my enemies. — Maria V. Snyder Care Copy Share Image
I'm glad you're here. We've had some...interesting developments." Leif groaned. "That's Yelena-speak for life-threatening danger. — Maria V. Snyder Danger Copy Share Image
Don’t worry," I said. "These men are good. They’re going to heal the world. — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“You have my attention. But give me what I want, and you can have everything.” — Maria V. Snyder Attention Copy Share Image
They actually think I would abandon the Commander. they have no concept of loyalty. — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
It’s your fault. I was defending you!” I blurted. He paused. “In protecting my honor, you exposed months of work. I should… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“He pulled back and I recognized the eagerness in his blue eyes. “Interesting problem, though. Could be a bit tricky.” “Free Leif… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Ursan flourished the knife, threatening me. "Talk, or I'll start cutting off body parts." "Yours? Or mine?" I kept my voice steady… — Maria V. Snyder Body Copy Share Image
Out of nowhere, Valek appeared before me, yelling in my ear, shaking my shoulders. Stupidly, belatedly, I realized he was the drunk.… — Maria V. Snyder Beer Copy Share Image
No. I took this job in self-defense. Quain burns everything. Belen thinks jerky is all we need to survive. Flea's idea of… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“How touching,” Janco said, pretending to wipe his eyes. “Get going, Yelena. I don’t want you to see me cry.” He faked… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“Lavender Lady not go again," Kiki said in my mind. "I'll try to avoid it. No promises, though." She huffed. "Next time… — Maria V. Snyder Humor Copy Share Image
You’re better off fighting hand to hand than wielding a weapon you don’t know how to use. A skilled opponent would simply… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“Every decision, every interaction, every step, every time you get out of bed in the morning, you take a risk. To survive… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“Generals trump Majors," Ursan said. "True, but do princes trump generals?" "I attacked him." "Ryne's not the type to hold a grudge."… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“Why did Mother ask you to help me rescue Gelsi?” I asked Leif. “She thought I could assist you in some way.… — Maria V. Snyder Humor Copy Share Image
“So who gave him his name?" I asked. "Kerrick," Belen answered. Not who I'd expect. "Why 'Flea'?" A full-out grin spread across… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Let's go. We're supposed to rendezvous with the Captain at the lake. Oh, and try to keep the noise down. You sound… — Maria V. Snyder Animal Copy Share Image
“It was all a part of being trustworthy—of being a piece of sea glass. High tides, low tides, storms, sand and mistakes… — Maria V. Snyder Better person Copy Share Image
Your mother sounds like a formidable woman," Valek said into the silence. "You have no idea," Leif replied with a sigh. "Well,… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
A full-out rebellion would take a major amount of luck and coordination. The Tech Nos and Domotor looked at me, waiting. No… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Why did Mother ask you to help me rescue Gelsi?" I asked Leif. "She thought I could assist you in some way.… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Nothing like having a warrant for your execution to get a girl motivated. — Maria V. Snyder Execution Copy Share Image
Flea stared at us, "I can't decide what's worse. Losing family members or not having a family member to lose. — Maria V. Snyder Family Copy Share Image
You had lots of visitors, but they were all quiet." "Oh real funny. Tease the blind man." ~Trella to Logan, pg. 114-115 — Maria V. Snyder Blind Copy Share Image
I took three steps and was wrapped in his arms, where I belonged. No confusion here. No worries here. No troubles here. — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
The uniform enhanced his athletic body, and my thoughts drifted to how magnificent he would look with his uniform puddled around his… — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“Knife fighting was his forte, but he wouldn’t have time to have a proper match. Pity.” — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Ah, Kerry. You've found your heart. Who is she?" ... "A healer, but she's... gone. — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
“No, love. You're the only one who has caused me to do the oddest things. You have truly poisoned me.” — Maria V. Snyder Love Copy Share Image
Trella! You’re here,” he said with glee. “Even though I’m not as smart as you, I do know where I am. — Maria V. Snyder Glee Copy Share Image
“Valek was liquid in motion. As i watched him, one word came to mind: beautiful.” — Maria V. Snyder Beautiful Copy Share Image
Bad dreams are ghosts of our fears and worries, haunting us while we sleep. I doubt Valek is in trouble. — Maria V. Snyder Bad dream Copy Share Image
You should know what happens when you play with fire, Cahill. Eventually, you'll get burned. — Maria V. Snyder Copy Share Image
Nothing says you care for me better than offering to torture my enemies." He grinned. "No sense doing things halfhearted. And to… — Maria V. Snyder Care Copy Share Image
Skewer is just too vague. I think if you say, ’Stand back or I’ll stab him in the stomach,’ then I have… — Maria V. Snyder Body Copy Share Image
Don't feel ashamed for having those feelings and those memories. What happened in the past can't be changed, but they can be… — Maria V. Snyder Ashamed Copy Share Image
“He huffed in amusement. She had the unique ability to attract danger even when in benign situations. Perhaps he should amend his… — Maria V. Snyder Amusement Copy Share Image
