When Secrets Bloom Quotes

“You need to be more careful, Mo,” she murmured, not unkindly. “This world’s got less mercy than a goose at Michaelmas—and you’re walking around like stuffing.” (When Secrets Bloom)”
― Patricia Furstenberg

“A map, is it, Vlady?" Frau Rivka said, her voice low. "Let’s hope it shows more than men ever do." (Patricia Furstenberg, When Secrets Bloom)”
― Patricia Furstenberg

“I can handle a cut,” she said at last, her voice soft, laced with a weary smile. “I’ve had toddlers clock me with chamber pots and still ask for pickles.” (Patricia Furstenberg, When Secrets Bloom)”
― Patricia Furstenberg

“Mr Magyar’s out of town on business,” I managed, my mouth dry as a reed. “Unless this is about a goat, a fever, or a curse, I suggest you try again tomorrow.” (Patricia Furstenberg, When Secrets Bloom)”
― Patricia Furstenberg

“Books, child, are not to be swallowed whole like broth on a feasting day. Lo. They are to be tasted, questioned, turned upon the tongue of the mind. When you open one, do not ask only what it says, but what it dares to mean.” (When Secrets Bloom)”
― Patricia Furstenberg