Tallstar's Revenge Quotes

“We all have our flaws. But we overcome them. And sometimes, it's our flaws that make us who we are.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Sandgorse chose his own destiny. Why should he get to choose yours, too?”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“But loyalty isn't rooted in friendship. It's much stronger than that. It comes from being born and raised under the same sky, from walking the same path as our ancestors, and from sharing the warrior code. With this life I commit you to upholding the warrior code, whatever challenges you might face. This is the wisdom of our ancestors, all our traditions distilled. Trust the code to lead you along the right path.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“A heart can travel to the horizon without moving a paw step.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“When you reach the top, don’t forget about the cats who fought alongside you on the way there. Maybe they weren’t as strong, as clever, or as brave as you, but they still gave everything for what they believed in.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I learned a lot. Friendship and kinship matter more than adventure. Boundaries only exist in our minds. A heart can travel to the horizon without moving a paw step. And I made the best friend any cat ever had.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“We guard the edge of the world,” Dawnstripe told him. “The other Clans sit cozy in their marshes and woods, fed by the river and sheltered by our moor. They never know the true taste of the wind or the scent of first snow. There’s no Clan cat faster or more nimble than a WindClan cat.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“They huddle in the marshes and woods, hiding like prey from the wind and the sun. We live with our tails touching the sky.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I choose my own destiny. Nothing can stop me—not even StarClan.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“We all have our flaws, but we overcome them. And sometimes, it's our flaws that make us who we are.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I give you this life for forgiveness. No death need ever be avenged. Forgiveness brings peace far more surely than vengeance.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I'll always be your friend, Talltail. But I'm a kittypet and you're a warrior. You'll always be a Warrior.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I may not be able to walk with you in StarClan, but I can be here for this moment.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Every cat I have known-" He paused as Jake filled his thoughts. He pictured his old friend's green eyes glowing with pride. "Every cat I have loved...”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I'd hate for you to be unhappy." "Then why are you leaving?”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“When we don't know the truth, we invent stories to fill the gaps," Sparrow went on quietly. "Sometimes it's the only way we have to make sense of our lives.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Hawkheart?” Hopkit rolled lazily over. “If Heatherstar says I can’t become a warrior, do you think I could be a medicine cat?” “No.” Hawkheart sat up. “You’re too fidgety.” He gazed across the clearing to where Barkface was making sure that Dawnstripe’s battle wounds had properly healed. “Besides, WindClan doesn’t need another medicine cat.” Hopkit held up his paw. Although the infection had gone, his foot was limp and flat, and he had no feeling in it. “But how can I be a warrior with this?” “You can walk on it, can’t you?” Hawkheart wasn’t giving a drop of sympathy. “I can limp.” Hawkheart snorted. “If you can limp, you can walk. If you can walk, you can hunt.” “What about fighting?” Hopkit persisted. “What if I can’t fight?” “Then you’ll just have to argue your enemies to death.” Hawkheart settled onto his side and half closed his eyes. “You’re great at arguing.” “No, I’m not.” Talltail’s”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“A tabby can’t change his stripes.” Tallpaw sniffed. “Shrewpaw was born with a burr in his fur. I’ll just have to put up with it.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Just remember, there is no need to be afraid of every flame. Fire can bring life, warmth, new growth, as well as death.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“With this life I commit you to upholding the warrior code, whatever challenges you might face.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“With this life I give you patience.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I give you this life for honoring old traditions on behalf of the future.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“I give you this life so that you may seize every opportunity that comes before you, like a rabbit waiting to be hunted. I give you the strength to act without fear or hesitation.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“WindClan!” Heatherstar beckoned her Clanmates forward with a flick of her tail. “Talltail has something to say.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Hey, Wormkit!” Shrewkit called down. “Why don’t you tunnel underneath? You’re not supposed to be a moor runner like us!”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Tallkit backed away as their dark brown pelts scuffed the snow. It must be fun to have a littermate to play fight with. If only Finchkit hadn’t died.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“Tallkit shivered. This was only his second sunrise outside the nursery, and his paws pricked with excitement. A light dusting of snow had turned the camp white, frosting the tussocky grass and thick heather walls. The freezing air stung his nose. He fluffed up his fur.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“A tabby can’t change his stripes.”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“was leaf-bare?” Meadowslip asked. Brackenwing ran the tip of her tail along Reena’s spine. “Did you find somewhere warm to shelter?” “We stayed cozy,” Reena reassured them. Her gaze flicked over Larksplash. “Are you a warrior yet?” “I’ve been a mentor,”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge

“But I blame you,” he growled through gritted teeth. “You killed my father!”
― Erin Hunter, Tallstar's Revenge