Awakening Quotes

“The smoke was thick and billowing, the fire burning brightas it consumed the Elders' hut. The flames licked high, colouring the sky so the whole world seemed ablaze. Raif clutched his sister in his arms as he backed further into the shadows beside their hut, pressing her head against his shoulder so she didn't see what was happening.”
― Lucy A. McLaren, Awakening

“I'm here. You're not alone.
He smiled tightly, appreciating Cara's attempt at reassurance.
Unfortunately, there were some things she could never truly understand. How it felt to kill a man, no matter the circumstance, would always be one of them.”
― Lucy A. McLaren, Awakening

“I know this is important to you, Jonah," Lord Torrant said softly. "But there is no more to say on it. You know I would not hide the truth from you, don't you? You know you can trust me."
Commander Sulemon nodded, though doubt nestled within his mind, barely acknowledged by his conscious thoughts.”
― Lucy A. McLaren, Awakening

“Don't take another step forward,” Evelyn said, drawing her battered sword. "We'll be on our way."
The men's laughter echoed across the clearing. "Powers above, Chet, we've got ourselves a fuckin' fighter 'ere. Watch out.”
― Lucy A. McLaren, Awakening