Escaped Quote by Kresley Cole
““Even if you escaped this place, which is impossible,” Death said, “you would never reach her. I glanced up at Death. “So my plan should be to wait here, docile, until you murder me? Along with the rest of your lackeys?” Saying these words out loud was like a corner turned, a line crossed. One answer rang through me. Never. After my mother’s sacrifice for me, I’d be damned if I rolled over now. I owed it to her to fight. I had a new mission: self-preservation. I had to get this cuff off, so I could protect myself from Death. Sooner or later the novelty of having me here, his princess in the tower, would wear off. I needed to be ready. “Why didn’t you tell me about Jack earlier? And Matthew? Why not just torpedo me from the beginning?” “My reasons are my own. But I did warn you not to give Deveaux your innocence.” I rolled my eyes at his terminology. “Really, Father Time? And what business is it of yours anyway?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Immortal Empire by Kresley Cole, 2013
A protagonist confronts death, refusing to surrender, choosing to fight for self‑preservation and honor after a loved one’s sacrifice.
In simple terms: Refusing death, she decides to fight and protect herself.
Key Takeaway
Choose agency over surrender.
Themes
courage
self‑preservation
honor
family duty
Mood
defiant
determined
Type
narrative
inspirational
When to use this quote
- fantasy adventure
- personal crisis
- combat with destiny
Key Concepts
Existential defiance
heroic resolve
Questions to Reflect On
- Will you fight when hope seems impossible?
- How does loss shape your resolve?
A Different Perspective
The fight may cost more than survival.
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