The Goblin General Quotes

“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