Finishing school Quote by Libba Bray
““Welcome to finishing school, Gemma. Learn to embroider, serve tea, curtsy. Oh, and by the way, you might be demolished in the night by a hideous winged creature from the roof.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “A Great and Terrible Beauty” by Libba Bray, 2009
The narrator humorously warns of a dangerous, fantastical threat amid mundane school life.
In simple terms: School life hides unexpected dangers.
Stay alert to hidden risks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- first day of school
- nighttime safety
- creative writing
- role‑play games
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ‘winged creatures’ haunt your daily routine?
- How do you prepare for unexpected challenges?
The threat may be metaphorical, representing internal fears.