“It was a grave tactical error that Astrid had been so focused on collecting boys, when the girls in this town were more than twice as worthy.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“How very bold to cross over into enemy territory,” she said to the man. “Particularly when an old artifact like me doesn’t believe in… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“But no matter,” Grandmother said. “Let’s let small-minded people live within the confines of their small-minded assumptions while the rest of us carry on… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“I didn’t pick this fight, gentlemen. The first move is yours,” Grandmother growled. “And the final one, I assure you, will be mine.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“Because suddenly I knew that Graham could boss me around only if I let him. No one has power over me unless I surrender… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“Your sister came after me," Jack says. "Halloway got her riled up or something." "My sister?" Graham repeats. "My sister, Ellie?" "No, the sister… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“I thought about the way I felt in Astrid’s presence, the unity. I was a part of something that was larger than myself, a… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“Seire,” I said, the phrase bubbling up from someplace deep inside my heart. Be victorious. Another word, a phrase I’d never learned, that had… — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“There’s a third option,” I retorted. “Maybe I’m smart enough not to be afraid of little boys running around playing commando.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“The baker certainly didn’t need to tell me twice. I had no intention of staying to be abused by a crazy old lady.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“It can be hard to find people you can trust, and when you do, you hold on to them, imperfections and all.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
“I've only picked a handful of fights in my life, but we are about to meet lucky number six.” — Ingrid Paulson Copy Share Image
