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“Tell Isabelle no.” “But she thinks it’s a good idea,” Alec protested. “Then tell her no twice .” Alec frowned. “What’s that supposed to mean?” “Oh, just that some of Isabelle’s ideas are world-beaters and some are total disasters. Remember that idea she had about using abandoned subway tunnels to…” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““Tell Isabelle no.” “But she thinks it’s a good idea,” Alec protested. “Then tell her no twice .” Alec frowned. “What’s that supposed to mean?” “Oh, just that some of Isabelle’s ideas are world-beaters and some are total disasters. Remember that idea she had about using abandoned subway tunnels to get around under the city? Talk about giant rats-” “Lets not,” said Simon. “I‘d rather not talk about rats at all, in fact.” “This is different,” said Alec. “She wants us to go to the Seelie Court.” “You‘re right, this is different,” said Jace. “This is her worst idea ever .” -Jace, Alec, & Simon, pg.145-””

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: Clockwork Prince, The Mortal Instruments, 2010

A character warns that some ideas are brilliant while others are disastrous, urging caution.

In simple terms: Some ideas are great, some are terrible.

Key Takeaway

Evaluate ideas critically before acting.

Themes

judgment creativity risk assessment

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

literary dialogue

When to use this quote

  • team brainstorming
  • creative projects
  • risk management

Key Concepts

literature decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which ideas deserve further exploration?
  • How do you handle rejected concepts?
A Different Perspective

Not all ideas can be tested equally.

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