7 Quotes by Nina Varela

But you just do what you think is right, Ayla. It was never really a choice, was it? Wanting her. Killing her.

Strength isn’t measured by the ability to cause harm.

Wars were won by whichever side caused the most suffering. How was that something to be proud of?

If we look only at the past, we lose sight of the future. And what a future it could be.

You are newbuilt,” said Lady Dear, as if just now realizing it. “Newborn. You’re a child.”Ayla bristled. “I am not. I’m sixteen. Crying doesn’t make me a child.

Do wolves concern themselves with the slaughter of sheep?

A tiny pathetic thought: the warmth of Ayla's touch rivaled the afternoon sun.