On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness (The Wingfeather Saga, #1)

by Andrew Peterson

“Blood was shed that you three might breathe the good air of life, and if that means you have to miss out on a zibzy game, then so be it. Part of being a man is putting others’ needs before your own.”

“there’s more to the world than just seeing it. If you can’t find peace here in Glipwood, you won’t find it anywhere.”

“Lad, it’s one thing to be poor in pocket—nothing wrong with that. But poor in heart—that’s no good. Look at them. They’re sad in the eyes, and it’s a sadness no amount of money could repair. Why, they hardly remember what it’s like to laugh from the belly anymore.”

Finally, like a fit of rain that comes and goes and leaves everything damp and shining, the laughter stopped.