Quotes by Tamora Pierce

Lark: You shouldnt yell at

Were on a hunt, Cooper. When youre on a hunt, you do whatever it takes.

Once she was certain, she didnt waiver. I had to make her stop for water or a bite to eat. She obeyed, but she was restless. As clear as if she spoke to me, she was saying, Very well, I know you want to keep my strength up, but scent fades, you know!And Id say, I know, girl, but youre what I have and Im going to take care of you.

Never break a promise to an animal. Theyre like babies—they wont understand.

I forgot my purse of laughter when I dressed this mornin, she told me. Have you not bought anythin the last few days? Prices have gone up. Pay or starve, its all one to me.

Oh, Daja, moaned Jory, you sound just like my parents. She ran from the schoolroom.Well, theres no reason to insult me, muttered Daja, half offended.

Curiosity killed the cat,” Fesgao remarked, his dark eyes unreadable.Aly rolled her eyes. Why did everyone say that to her? “People always forget the rest of the saying,” she complained. “‘And satisfaction brought it back.

Cats aren’t special advisers. They advise us all the time, whether we want them to or no.

Youre more trouble than youre worth. Im a girl. Thats my job.

Thus went my first Court Day.I think Im going to puke.

He was stupid. If I killed everyone who was stupid, I wouldnt have time to sleep.

Shes all over us like maggots on garbage, just because I interfered with one pickpocket yesterday.

Dont die on me, she whispered when the clock struck midnight and he still had not moved. Its only a little shoulder wound. Goddess, George-dont die on me.His eyes flickered open and he smiled. I didnt know you cared, he whispered. And why insult me? I wont die for a wee nick like this; Ive had worse in my day.Alanna wiped her wet cheeks. Of course I care, you unprincipled pickpocket! she whispered. Of course I care.

Mistresses, have you ever noticed that when we disagree with a male – I hesitate to say ‘man’ – or find ourselves in a position over males, the first comment they make is always about our reputations or our monthlies?”One of the new women snorted. Others snic

You must tell Lady Alanna that sometime. Id do it from a distance.

Stefan spat. Oh, aye, he fell. O course, Master Ralon helped him fall, several times. Poor lil tyke didnt have a chance.

Dont go thinking you can bounce me all over the ground just because I look like somebodys grandmother, the woman said dryly. Some grandchildren need more raising than others, and I supply it, she grinned, showing very white teeth. -- Esa Bell, Shang Wildcat

Men broke into their homes, killed their families, threatened you--and you wont let them do anything for fear youll be hurt. Thats selfish. How would you like it if I took your bow and said I cared too much about you to let you fight?

Does your ma know youre this silly? she demanded tartly.He nodded, comically sad. The few gray hairs she has on her head are my doing. But — with an exaggerated change of mood — I send her plenty of money, so she can pay to have them dyed!I hope she beat you as a child, Onua grumbled.

Im sorry, she said humbly. I havent wanted to lie to you.I should hope so. Youre the worst liar Ive ever met. He thought about it for a moment, then added, --or the best. Now Im all confused.