Tooth and Claw Quotes

“I don't think you realize how different it is for me than for you. You can make your way by your own wits and claws, while I must always be dependent on some male to protect me. Wits I may have, but claws I am without, and while hands are useful for writing and fine work they are no use in a battle.”
― Jo Walton, Tooth and Claw

“We had already agreed that, Father,” Penn said. “And of course they will likewise take the greater shares when we eat you. Berend and I are established, while our brother and sisters are still in need.”
― Jo Walton, Tooth and Claw

“«What there is of it,» Avan said. The gold had been counted and divided and valued at about eight thousand crowns worth for each of them. «And gold is a great deal easier to come by than dragonflesh for someone in my position» or yours either. «I dare say Father let you have a little occasionally, but that's not likely to continue.»”
― Jo Walton, Tooth and Claw