Drumindor (Riyria Chronicles, #5)

by Michael J. Sullivan

You’re like a man unable to find the sun because that bright light in the sky is blinding him.

“Auberon,” Hadrian answered. “He’s a smart guy.” He thought about that, then changed his mind. “Maybe he’s just wise.” “There’s a difference?” Royce asked. “I think so. Smart means you know lots of stuff; wise is understanding what to do with the stuff you know.”