Fire from the Rock Quotes

“I believe in the goodness of people, sir, and the power of young folks like us to overcome what grown-ups like you might not be able to.

―Sylvia Patterson”
― Sharon M. Draper, Fire from the Rock

“I like how a book feels when I turn the pages, and how the ink smells—almost like something good to eat.”
― Sharon M. Draper, Fire from the Rock

“A library filled with thousands of books waiting for a thirsty kid like me to gulp them down.”
― Sharon M. Draper, Fire from the Rock

“It’s hard to imagine you and Daddy as ever being young and foolish. I figured you just appeared one day, fully grown and knowing all the answers,” she teased.”
― Sharon M. Draper, Fire from the Rock

“Mama once told Gary to put his anger in a pot and let it simmer.”
― Sharon M. Draper, Fire from the Rock