Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Diana Wynne Jones

Quote by Diana Wynne Jones

Author

Diana Wynne Jones
Diana Wynne Jones

Diana Wynne Jones, a renowned British fantasy writer, was born on August 16, 1934, in Wales, UK, and passed away on March 26, 2011. Her works are known for their imaginative storytelling, deep themes, and richly developed characters, particularly in the realm of young adult fantasy literature. Notable works include 'The Magicians' Assistant' and 'The Time of the Ghost'. more

You May Also Like

“It is how it has always been. We will accept the legacy of our ancestors,' Asha says, smiling, and in her smile I do not see warmth or wisdom; I see fear. You're afraid of losing your hold on them,' I say coolly. I? I have no power.' Don't you? If you keep them from the magic, they will never know what their lives could be.' They will remain protected,' Asha insists. No,' I say. 'Only untested' -page 569”

IfsKnowsAcceptingMagicPagesLosingLegacyWarmthAncestorProtectedHer Smile
Book:The Sweet Far Thing
Create image

“The ladies pass the timee with gossip and hearsay. This is what they have in place of freedom- gime and gossip. Their lives are small and careful. I do not wish to live this way. I should like to make my mark. To venture opinions that may not be polite or even correct but are mine nonetheless. If I am to be hanged for anything, I should like to feel that I go to the gallows on my own strength.”

IfsWayFeelsShouldMayWishMy OwnOpinionMinesMarkCarefulGossipVenturePoliteGallowsHearsay
Author:Libba Bray
Create image

“Malachi scowled. "I don't remember the Clave inviting you into the Glass City, Magnus Bane." "They didn't," Magnus said. "Your wards are down." "Really?" the Consul's voice dripped sarcasm. "I hadn't noticed." Magnus looked concerned. "That's terrible. Someone should have told you." He glanced at Luke. "Tell him the wards are down.”

ShouldSaidHumorRememberVoiceCitiesTerribleConcernedShould HaveGlassesSarcasmInvitingMagnus BaneLukeBaneCity Of GlassRagnor Fell
Book:Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instruments Series (5 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels, City of Lost Souls
Create image

“Jace shook his blond head in exasperation. "You had to make a crazy jail friend, didn't you? You couldn't just count ceiling tiles or tame a pet mouse like normal prisoners do?”

CrazyNormalPetJailPrisonerMiceJaceCeilingsCity Of GlassExasperationTiles
Book:Cassandra Clare: The Mortal Instrument Series (4 books): City of Bones; City of Ashes; City of Glass; City of Fallen Angels
Create image