Facets of Revolution (The Firebird Chronicles, #4)

by T.A. White

Himoto always did say that the separation between magic and science became more and more indistinct as civilizations advanced their technology.

It was always easier to view the opposite side of any war as monsters. It took away the guilt that accompanied the taking of a life. You didn’t have to care if the soldiers on the other side were evil. You could tell yourself you were doing the right thing. Kira’s mentor and father figure had always said the only thing that separated two forces was which side of the battle line they stood on.

People often underestimated the power of their own will. They let the weakness of their mind dictate how high they could rise. True strength came by finding your wall and overcoming it.

Graydon cupped her neck, drawing her down to him. “You leave me speechless, my soul.”