59 Quotes by Alison Goodman

I know that love is about power, too. Who gives, who takes. Who is willing to risk showing their true self.

You have forced your way into my Hua, Eona. Change me. First, by your power- then, just by who you are.

Watching my father plan and strategize for the resistance has taught me about trust.” She leaned forward. “Personal trust is very different from political trust, my lady. The first thrives on faith. The second requires proof, whether it be upfront or covert.” Awkwardly, she patted my hand. “His Majesty has always been a powerful man. Perhaps he has never had to distinguish between the two.

I have never heard a lady say 'arse,'" the emperor said mildly."I haven't been a lady for long," I reminded him. A little demon–made of exhaustion and the emperors smile– pushed me into adding,"For five years I've been saying 'arse.' It's hard to stop saying 'arse' after that many years. I suppose I should stop saying 'arse,' since ladies don't say-""'Arse'," he finished for me. I met his grin.

El hombre que cabalga sobre los cuernos de un dilema termina con el culo pinchado.

And you are the girl's bitch, forever.

Don't say anything. Just act cool," I whispered.Mavkel started to shiver."Like this?" it asked."No, I mean act calm."Mavkel stopped shivering.

Too many doubts grow in the cracks of silence and separation.

There was a saying that a man's true character was revealed in defeat. I thought it was also revealed in victory.