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“Okay, so we have a ghost-spy.” “A ghost-spy who can do magic,” Jenna added. I nodded. “Even better. Which means that maybe the playing field is leveled after all.” Jenna squeezed my hand, and I was actually feeling kind of optimistic as we approached the greenhouse. I mean, I wasn’t going to start…” quote by Rachel Hawkins
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““Okay, so we have a ghost-spy.” “A ghost-spy who can do magic,” Jenna added. I nodded. “Even better. Which means that maybe the playing field is leveled after all.” Jenna squeezed my hand, and I was actually feeling kind of optimistic as we approached the greenhouse. I mean, I wasn’t going to start skipping or anything (mostly because I was afraid I’d slip in all the muck), but all in all, I felt worlds better. Through the glass walls of the greenhouse, I could see most of the other students standing in a circle, and I was in a good enough mood to joke to Jenna, “Ooh, wonder if we’re gonna play Duck, Duck, Demon.””

Rachel Hawkins

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Girl Who Could Fly, 2023

A magical ally levels the playing field, fostering optimism despite challenges.

In simple terms: Magic makes things fair.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unexpected help.

Themes

optimism magic fairness

Mood

optimistic playful

Type

narrative inspirational

When to use this quote

  • school life
  • team sports
  • creative problem solving

Key Concepts

equity collaboration resourcefulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “playing field” represent?
  • How can you stay hopeful without magic?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on magic may ignore real effort needed.

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