Labeba Salameh

“He’s really very kind. I mean, he mutters about burning my civilization to the ground a lot, but that’s just his way.”
― T. Kingfisher, Swordheart

“The priest looked away, clearly disgusted. His gaze settled on Sarkis. “Can your husband not speak for himself?” “I can,” said Sarkis. “Then why don’t you?” “My wife talks enough for both of us.” The mounted man snickered. The priest shook his head, turning back to his horse. “I will pray for you.” “I would appreciate that,” said Sarkis, deadpan. The mounted man put his hand over his mouth.”
― T. Kingfisher, Swordheart

“I am capable of following simple orders, you know.” “Without having to have a lengthy discussion about them, you mean?” Halla narrowed her eyes. “…that’s what I thought.”
― T. Kingfisher, Swordheart

“People... like to invent monsters and monstrosities. Then they seem less monstrous themselves.”
― Andrzej Sapkowski, The Last Wish