Alison Goodman is an Australian writer of books for young adults, born in 1966 in Melbourne.
Watching my father plan and strategize for the resistance has taught me about trust. ” She leaned forward. “Personal trust is very different from political trust, my lady. The first thrives on faith. The second requires proof, whether it be upfront or covert. ” Awkwardly, she patted my hand. “His Majesty has always been a powerful man. Perhaps he has never had to distinguish between the two.
You have seen me at my worst and at my weakest. Let me show you my best.
I know that love is about power, too. Who gives, who takes. Who is willing to risk showing their true self.
A man who lifts his chin in pride will fail to see the chasm at his feet.
It is also important to understand that a hidden nature is not always an evil nature
A cold realisation washed over me. From now on, my master would not always be there to protect and counsel me. 'This is big. Too big,' I said. 'What do I do?' 'You follow your destiny,' Ryoko said. 'As we all do. With honour and courage.
Too many doubts grow in the cracks of silence and separation.
It is not often that the real world conjures worse than what we can imagine.
He grunted. 'You have the courage of a warrior. ' I watched him turn away and gather the clothes from the ground. He thought me courageous? But I was terrified - always terrified. 'No,' I said flatly. 'I don't. " He paused from stuffing the invaluable robe between two bales. 'Are you frightened now?' I nodded, shame flushing my skin. 'Is it going to stop you?' 'No. ' 'That is the courage of a warrior.
Men were always quick to believe in the madness of women.
You have forced your way into my Hua, Eona. Change me. First, by your power- then, just by who you are.
Don't ask any questions and you won't hear any lies.
I felt something stir within me. It took a moment to recognise it. Anger.