“We can do this, she reminds herself, looking over at Abel. It feels natural to use we. They’re in this together now. She remembers how tenderly he cared for her when she was sick and marvels at how strange and yet wonderful it is to trust someone that much.”
― Defy the Stars
― Defy the Stars
“It’s almost unbelievable that one person could have such an effect on it. It makes me wonder about the small things in life, and how much they have to do with the bigger picture. How many times have I traveled to the past to do small but important things? I’ll probably never know. We’re not all meant for great things, but we all play a role somehow, no matter how big or small.”
― Cold Summer
― Cold Summer
“The Obama administration, which has brought more prosecutions against leakers than all prior presidencies combined, has sought to create a climate of fear that would stifle any attempts at whistle-blowing. But Snowden destroyed that template. He has managed to remain free, outside the grasp of the United States; what's more, he has refused to remain in hiding but proudly came forward and identified himself. As a result, the public image of him is not a convict in orange jumpsuit and shackles but and independent, articulate figure who can speak for himself, explaining what he did and why.”
― No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA, and the U.S. Surveillance State
― No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA, and the U.S. Surveillance State
“Kestrel studied her fingers, the way they wove together. She didn’t say Come back safely, and he didn’t say I always have. She said what a Valorian should. “Fight well.”
― The Winner's Curse
― The Winner's Curse
“You will be standing in that square forever. You will wear that “A” until you’re dead. You consider your options. You have no options.”
― Young Jane Young
― Young Jane Young
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