Emperor of Thorns (The Broken Empire, #3)

by Mark Lawrence

Nothing can be cut away without loss. Even the worst of our memories is part of the foundation that keeps us in the world.

When you’re in a dark place, and your light is going to run out before too long, you get on with things. It’s a wonder to me how few people apply that same logic to their lives.

“A wise man told me that history will not stop us repeating our mistakes, but will at least make us ashamed of doing so.”