Quotes from Storm Glass

“There is a reason for everything. You might not be able to figure it out, and time might have made us all forget it, but the reason is there all the same.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Yippee. I’ve been promoted from fire lighter to delivery boy. I’ll write a letter home to Mother. She’ll be so pleased.”
--Leif”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“You can't let the past ruin your future.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“I am a Stormdancer! Mere metal is nothing compared with the power of a storm." Kade made his voice boom and spread his arms wide. His eyes sparked with humor. "I. Am. Invincible."
"Until a happy wind blows," I said.
"Curse those sunny days."
"The bane of your existence."
"The scourge of society."
"The downfall of decency."
"And boring, too. Nothing like a good gale to put a spring in your step." Kade grinned.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“I know I hated magic for a reason," Janco said. "Congratulations. This is the first time you've had a VALID reason to hate something," Ari countered. "Remember your campaign against sand?"
"Sand! Horrid little stuff. Gets everywhere. I had a perfectly good argue--"
"Janco." Ari's voice rumbled deep in his throat.
In a heartbeat, Janco switched gears. "Well, this blood magic sounds worse than sand.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“The past shouldn't be forgotten. It should be used as a guide for future situations and not used as a reason to avoid making difficult decisions. There was always a choice.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Why is she convinced Ambrose is out to get her" Leif asked
"Ambrose?" Yelena raised a slender eyebrow. She carried a tray of tea and fruit. "You're on a first name basis with the Commander now?"
"I usually call him Amby, but not in mixed company.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“I'm glad you're here. We've had some...interesting developments." Leif groaned. "That's Yelena-speak for life-threatening danger.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“At first, it feels as if she has vanished forever, and all traces are destroyed. But later, when the pain of loss doesn't overwhelm all your other feelings, every time you think of her, or hear her voice in your head, or remember a happy time together, you realize she's still a part of you and will never be totally gone.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Don't knock the power of a pest," Leif said. "Persistance and stubborness can be useful in many situations.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Life is like molten glass. It flows, it's flexible, it can be molded and shaped and...what do you say? Ah, yes. It holds vast potential. You have a number of uncertainties in your melt right now. But they will always be there in one form or another. Always. Unlike molten glass, life can't be fixed or frozen into a pretty vase and placed on a shelf to gather dust.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“You missed the point completely! You're acting..." The word stuck in my throat.
He didn't hesitate to say it. "Jealous?" When I nodded, he continued. "Now you're missing the point. It isn't jealousy. It's fear."
"Fear?" Not the emotion I expected.
"Yes. Fear. I'm afraid you'll be hurt or killed. I'm afraid I won't be able to protect you. I'm afraid I'll lose you to another man.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Living with your decision must be hard. Nothing I or anyone can say will give you any peace. You must reconcile your actions in your heart.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“I needed to sit down. I'd heard other people talk about having to sit down when shocked by an event or revelation and I had dismissed the notion as pure exaggeration. Little did I realize the actual physical weakness. It felt as if my bones had dissolved and my muscles could no longer support my weight.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“with a touch of sarcasm. “Glass is an amazing material. Versatile,”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“followed a step behind. My thoughts churned as my emotions seesawed”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Ari's coming with backup. Should I pretend we barely survived without his help or gloat that we didn't need him at all?"
"Tough decision," I said.
"You can't go wrong with either one," Kade said.
"You guys are no fun. I have to go with the gloating. But no mention of that magic stuff. It ruins the effect." Janco rushed off.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“The benefit of appearing so young is I'm constantly underestimated”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Then you understand why I don't want to get close to another again. What happens when she dies, too? I couldn't bear it."
"Then you miss out on life."
"What do you mean?"
"You'll be alone, trusting no one because of fear. I know. I have four years experience of pushing people away, missing out on life. Four years spent by myself, living in my glass cage. Four years of self-doubt, worries, fears.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Kade: How long did it take before you could think of her without...
Opal: The burning pain?
Kade: Yes.
Opal: Two to three years. But don't go by me. Everyone grieves in different ways. For some, it could take longer or shorter. I do know it never disappears. An ember still smolders inside me. Most days, I don't notice it, but, out of the blue, it'll flare to life.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“There is a reason for everything, Opal. You might not be able to figure it out, and time might have made us all forget it, but the reason is there all the same.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“You can't let the past ruin your future, I changed over in my mind.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Living with your decision must be hard. Nothing I or anyone can say will give you any peace. You must reconcile your actions in your heart. In the meantime, we’ll take it slow.”

His hand stroked my cheek. I opened my eyes. He leaned closer and our lips met. A tender kiss, short and sweet.

He smiled. “A good first gather.”

I laughed at the glassmaking reference.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

“Blue Eyes pulled his sword back and tried another lunge. I pushed the weapon toward the ground, but again he flicked his wrist. A line of fire blazed on my right arm. Wonderful. Matching cuts.

He paused with his sword held in midair. My blood stained the tip.

I glanced past him. Didn’t anyone hear the fight? Should I scream?

“Submit? You will have so many cuts on your arms and legs, you will faint from lack of blood.”

“No.”
― Maria V. Snyder, quote from Storm Glass

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