Bangs Quote by Cassandra Clare
“Traded him for Alec," Clary said. "Not permanently" "No," said Jace. "Just for a few hours. Unless I don't come back. In which case, maybe he does get to keep Alec. Think of it as a lease with an option to buy." "Mom and Dad won't be pleased if they find out." "That you freed a possible criminal by trading away your brother to a warlock who looks like a gay Sonic the Hedgehog and dresses like the Child Catcher from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?" Simon inquired. "No, probably not.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare, 2007
A sibling trades a brother to a warlock, treating the exchange as a temporary lease, highlighting moral ambiguity and familial tension.
In simple terms: A brother is temporarily given to a warlock, raising ethical questions.
Weigh consequences before making risky deals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family negotiations
- dangerous bargains
- protective instincts
- ethical decision‑making
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the true costs of borrowing a loved one?
- Can trust survive such a trade?
Short‑term gains may cause lasting harm.