The Goblin General Quotes

“Julep would have said that he had spotty success with the lessons. She did her best to be attentive, but she just wasn't a warrior. However, with the threat of being stabbed, she suddenly found inspiration.”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“Eventually, she would get the hang of parenting, but it would have been nice if the kids had come with a manual. It turned out that having been a child herself did not qualify her in any way to raise a young one of her own.”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“Julep made him smile. He relaxed with her. Best of all, he didn't have to worry about her trying to stab him in the back. If he was toppling off a balcony, she would try to save him. It was nice, not living with a woman with murder on her mind.”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“I can't give you back what was stolen, but I can offer you my next best. It's a poor substitution, I know.” He struggled with the next bit, his face twisting. It was a distinctly un-goblin-like thing to say, but she was his wife. “It's okay to be sad.” She peered at him. “That pained you, didn't it?” “It really did,” he agreed. She choked on a laugh. Her laugh was feeble and sad, but it was an improvement.”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“Twenty was old for an heiress to remain unmarried, but she was considered ugly by human standards. The large nose and deeply freckled face were not in fashion. She also spoke her mind, which made her unpopular.”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“Twenty was old for an heiress to remain unmarried, but she was considered ugly by human standards. The large nose and deeply freckled face were not in fashion. She also”
― Autumn Dawn, A Bloody Business

“Are you listening?” Ashi asked him, noticing his distraction. She’d been talking for a full minute with no response. “What do you think?” “I think I love you,” Yal said, leaning in for a kiss. “I think you’re the perfect wife. If I see Ye in the afterlife, I’m going to thank him.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“She was tired of him. Madam Bloodhand sent a resentful glance at her husband. True to his word, Artur had given her a generous allowance, but he was so boring. She’d expected danger and romance, and instead she’d gotten bodyguard/nannies who tattled when she tried to hire assassins.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“Gangsters?” She sat down abruptly, feeling a little faint. “Cool,” Tashi said. Family mealtimes were always convenient for discussing business, so he was usually there. “My murder aunt married a bandit prince. You couldn’t be more goblin if you tried,” he said with approval. “She’s not really related,” Ashi grumbled, ignoring his grammar.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“I think it will be useful,” General Ye declared. He looked thoughtful. “After all, they’re really here to see me. In fact, I think it will be best if you keep your mouth shut. Play mute.” “Mute?” she asked, bewildered. Her mouth puckered in disgust just thinking about her sister coming here. He waved a hand. “Don’t puke on her, though. That was funny, but once was enough.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“Quail eggs make her sick. Don’t let her eat any more.” The general looked sour. “Any more surprises in store, do you think?” This was getting tiresome. He much preferred battle wounds. Poison by quail eggs was so...sissy.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“She must have picked her goblin up from the lower class, because she speaks like a toad farmer. A fluent toad farmer, but still. The general didn’t bat an eye, but even he admits it won’t do.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“She felt a little sorry for Cinder’s ancient goblin. She could burn him to a crisp. Maybe they were coming to a truce. He didn’t try to husband her, and she wouldn't roast him. Ha!”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General

“This one is my daughter,'' King Terran said without enthusiasm. “King maker. As you can see she has the mark.” He leveled a flinty glance on her. “Show them.” She hated him so much.”
― Autumn Dawn, The Goblin General