Audrey Quote by Ilona Andrews
““Audrey kept moving with practiced quickness, stepping over roots protruding over the trail and pushing ferns and branches out of her way. She kept a brisk pace, but Kaldar didn't mind. From his vantage point, he had an excellent view of her shapely butt. It was a butt that deserved some scrutiny. "If you're waiting for my behind to do a trick, you're out of luck," Audrey called over her shoulder. "How the hell did you even know?" Did she have eyes on the back of her head? "Woman's intuition," she told him. "Aha, so it wouldn't be the fact that I stumbled twice in the last minute?" "Not at all.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Iron Fey Series by Ilona Andrews, 2010
Audrey's confidence and quick thinking let her navigate obstacles, while Kaldar's focus on her appearance distracts from her competence.
In simple terms: Confidence and skill matter more than looks.
Key Takeaway
Value ability over appearance.
Themes
confidence
skill
perception
Mood
determined
playful
Type
narrative
dialogue
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- leadership
- personal growth
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
gender bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How does focusing on appearance affect performance?
- What can we do to prioritize skill over looks?
A Different Perspective
appearance focus can undermine true assessment of competence.
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