A crack of lightning, an explosion of thunder, the sound of pounding rain.

— Marie Lu

A free state is a corporate state.

— Marie Lu

After a lifetime of darkness, I want to leave something behind that is made of light.

— Marie Lu

After she was gone, I sheathed her sword at my belt, draped her cloak over my shoulders, carried her heart in my arms, and, somehow, went on.

— Marie Lu

All they're going to see is a wealthy man who has no idea how to heal their suffering.

— Marie Lu

Already, I'm starting to forget the face of the man I killed.

— Marie Lu

And the book (#7) is for whenever the hunt involves a lot of waiting around. Entertainment that won't eat up my batteries is always worth bringing.

— Marie Lu

As you can see, I keep my word,” I call to the rest of the crowd. “Do not take advantage of my generosity, and I will not take advantage of your weakness.

— Marie Lu

At this moment, all I'm thinking about is what I'd give up for the chance to kiss her or to run my fingers through her dark hair.

— Marie Lu

Before I can say anything else, he steps forward and takes my face in his hands. Then he's kissing me one last time.

— Marie Lu