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Angel Quote by Cassandra Clare

“Anyway, he's [Simon] obviously not here. Go back to what you were doing. What's the point in wasting a perfectly good brick wall when you have someone to throw against it, that's what I always say." And she [Isabelle] stalked off, back toward the bar. - City of Fallen Angels pg 188 hardcover” quote by Cassandra Clare
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“Anyway, he's [Simon] obviously not here. Go back to what you were doing. What's the point in wasting a perfectly good brick wall when you have someone to throw against it, that's what I always say." And she [Isabelle] stalked off, back toward the bar. - City of Fallen Angels pg 188 hardcover”

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: City of Fallen Angels, Cassandra Clare, 2014

The speaker dismisses obstacles, urging action against barriers, using a wall as a metaphor for challenges.

In simple terms: Ignore obstacles, act boldly against barriers.

Key Takeaway

Act decisively despite obstacles.

Themes

action determination overcoming obstacles metaphor

Mood

determined assertive dramatic

Type

advice dramatic motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal challenges
  • conflict situations
  • motivational speeches

Key Concepts

wall as barrier conflict resolution assertive behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • What "wall" are you confronting?
  • How can you turn obstacles into opportunities?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex problems.

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