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“I learned that love can transcend race and time, and that it can be beautiful and perfect and worth fighting for but also fragile and heartbreaking, and sometimes sacrifice is necessary. That sometimes it’s you against the world, and there are no easy answers. That you have to know when to hold on…and when to let go.”

Quote by Julie Kagawa

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The Iron Queen

In this fantasy novel, the protagonist is a queen who governs a kingdom known for its iron and steel production. The story delves into her reign, exploring themes of power, politics, and the challenges of leadership in a world where metal is a precious resource. more

Author

Julie Kagawa
Julie Kagawa

Julie Kagawa is an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels. Her works include the 'Iron Fey' series and the 'The Lost Hero' series, which have gained popularity among readers. more

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“Viinituvista ja ilotaloista kantautui kaduille Syyrian rämisevä musiikki ja yhä enemmän vieraita sanoja kuului kaduilla ja yhä julkeammin tunkeutuivat syyrialaiset ja rikkaat neekerit egyptiläisten joukkoon. Egyptin rikkaus ja mahtavuus oli ääretön eikä vihollinen vuosisatoihin ollut astunut sen kaupunkeihin, ja keski-ikään olivat jo ehtineet miehet, jotka koskaan eivät olleet kokeneet sotaa. Mutta tuottiko se enemmän iloa ihmisille, sitä en tiennyt, sillä kaikkien katse oli levoton ja kaikilla oli kiire ja kaikki odottivat jotakin uutta tyytymättä tähän päivään.”

“She waited for a man who would marvel her with his intellect, wit and physique, all at the same time. Someone who would beguile her, unnerve her, possess her, and claim her and then make her jealous with deceit and accusations. Someone who wouldn’t bore her after a few hours of company. Someone who wouldn’t be distracted by someone younger than her - even at that age, she had her insecurities........ She waited for a man who would be worth a chase and a challenge, who would beguile her and ravage her, and be true to her. She was no fool. She knew the limitations of affectation and ceremonial overtures between husband and wife. She knew the limits of compatibility, being put off by a few of her suitors instantly. She knew that love was not a guarantee to lifetime of happiness. She knew the importance of money and it’s effect on men. She knew the value of having the best in jewelry, clothes and company, for a person was judged accordingly, and if one wished to be a success, one had to look the part. And that required continuity of resources, not affection. But still she waited. She waited for a man who would surprise her beyond her expectations. She waited for a man who would be magical. She waited for a man who would never come.”