Lalani of the Distant Sea Quotes

“Humans make the mistake of believing they know best, but nature is there to remind you, at precisely the wrong time, that nature was here first.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“Rather than adore your shell, you sought the love of those who ridiculed you.” The man shook his head. “This is a great tragedy.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“Never trust someone who wields power through fear.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“We have many opportunities in life to overcome fear and embrace courage. Once we seize the first opportunity, it becomes easier to seize the second.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“Sometimes you must feel pain, she'd said, stroking their hair. But when you tire from it, tell yourself: I will be okay. I will survive. Even if you don't believe it. Eventually, you will. Because it was never a lie to begin with. You will. We all will.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“If you’re as strong and mighty as you say you are, you wouldn’t be afraid.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea

“We all need a purpose.”
― Erin Entrada Kelly, Lalani of the Distant Sea