Age of Swords (The Legends of the First Empire, #2)

by Michael J. Sullivan

“Dwarfs?” “Yes, that’s what we’re calling them now.

“You’re right. I know nothing about war. But let me tell you what I believe. I think running from responsibility breeds self-loathing and despair. I think people can, and do, rise to the occasion, and even a single person can make an incredible difference. What they need are leaders who believe in them, a belief that gives birth to hope. With hope, people can do remarkable things, amazing things. Between hope and despair, I’ll take hope every time.”