A Dragon of a Different Color Quotes

“I know how tempting it is to give up your own happiness for others,” he said gently. “Believe me, I know, but that kind of thing only goes so far. It might seem good and noble, but there’s a point where self-sacrifice becomes a liability, not a gift, and I think you passed that a long time ago.”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color

“It’s one of humanity’s worst traits. Good intentions justify all kinds of terrible behavior.” Myron”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color

“You don't make humanity stronger by making everyone else weak. That's not power. That's just shooting everyone in the foot because you happen to be better at limping than the other guys.”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color

“I’ve vowed to serve you and your interests, but in the brief time I’ve known you, you’ve displayed a near-suicidal level of disinterest in your own well-being. Therefore, since you are clearly a terrible judge of your own best interests, I will be ignoring any orders I feel are not in your actual service.”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color

“You’re a walking existential crisis!”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color

“She used me back!” Amelia cried, puffing out her chest. “Why do you think I’m so tiny, huh? Marci sucked me down to embers before she died, but did I complain? No! I let her take whatever she needed, because that’s what friendship’s all about: using and being used in return.”
― Rachel Aaron, A Dragon of a Different Color