Flower Power Quotes

“...bright, flowery plants... were busy committing the olfactory equivalent of aggravated assault.”
― Jim Butcher, Skin Game

“Crown imperials are native to the Kingdom of Hemlor in the far south due to the land’s rocky mountains, way too far for my usual supply. I reach out a hand to inspect the leaves. The magic inside greets me with a boldness that common flowers wouldn’t dare. Power and nobility live within, ordering me to bow down and bask in its majesty. There’s a vividness to the orange petals that reminds me of the golden band Bash wears around his head for formal events. It’s rare, all right. Rare and royal.”
― Becky Jenkinson, Wildflower

“In my palm appears a single yellow dandelion. Its gentle magic tingles down my spine. It’s okay. I can protect you. You can find a way forward. It whispers a lullaby of encouragement and healing before the cluster of petals shrivels inward. It leaves no life for itself and wilts in my palm.
If I was feeling stronger, I’d burst into tears.
My flowers don’t usually wane so fast, but the dandelion knew I needed all the energy it had— its short life for a chance to save my own. And from such a common, overlooked species. Taking what it has offered feels like a betrayal. I’m so sorry.”
― Becky Jenkinson, Wildflower

“Tell them you possessed Will. Tell them you’ve been poisoning the king!”
“I’ve been poisoning them both!” Morgana shouts.
She seizes in shock. Her eyes flare wide.
Fern’s arms around me loosen a fraction.
“What…?” the queen says.
“No—” Morgana resists, then clutches her neck. Oh, I know that feeling. I know her throat has closed up and squeezed like a vise. A taste of her own curse, thanks to the enchanted nightshade.”
― Becky Jenkinson, Wildflower