Gaze Quote by Leigh Bardugo
““May the Saints receive me. She pressed the tip beneath her breast, between her ribs, an arrow to her heart. Then a hand gripped her wrist painfully, forcing her to drop the blade. “Not just yet, Inej.” The rasp of stone on stone. Her eyes flew open. Kaz. He bundled her into his arms and leapt down from the crates, landing roughly, his bad leg buckling. She moaned as they hit the ground. “Did we win?” “I’m here, aren’t I?” He must be running. Her body jounced painfully against his chest with every lurching step. He couldn’t carry her and use his cane. “I don’t want to die.” “I’ll do my best to make other arrangements for you.” She closed her eyes. “Keep talking, Wraith. Don’t slip away from me.” “But it’s what I do best.” He clutched her tighter. “Just make it to the schooner. Open your damn eyes, Inej.” She””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Six of Crows, Leigh Bardugo, 2015
A desperate rescue scene where love, fear, and duty clash as characters risk everything to survive.
In simple terms: A tense rescue shows love and danger intertwined.
Key Takeaway
Hold on to hope despite overwhelming odds.
Themes
danger
friendship
survival
sacrifice
Mood
tense
urgent
hopeful
Type
dramatic
heroic
emotional
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- medical emergency
- escape
- emotional support
Key Concepts
loyalty
pain
heroism
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do when you can’t protect someone you love?
- How does fear shape heroic actions?
A Different Perspective
The characters’ limited resources and physical injuries hinder their chances.
