Kiera Quotes & Sayings

He looked down on me from the corner of his eyes, for all the world as if there were some mortal feud unavenged between us. — Kiera Cass

Wanting to cry doesn't mean you can. Or at least not in any way that can give you some sort of satisfaction. It's a luxury really. The same goes for songs and laughter, or the words whispered in the ear of a friend. — Kiera Cass

You ought to be looking where you're going."
"A gentleman would offer his hand right now."
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"Eadlyn, you've never thought I was a gentleman."
"True. — Kiera Cass

They might have gone through their lives with much less than I have, but they have enriched my life in ways I can't begin to express. — Kiera Cass

Love only yourself a little bit longer, until you can't stand not to love someone else. — Kiera Cass

When we met, you couldn't stop staring at my breasts."
His face went pale, as if he seriously thought he was so subtle no one would notice. "Make sure you get an equally satisfactory look a my backside as you leave. — Kiera Cass

Having a boy see you, acknowledge you in such a way that you felt sure no one had ever experienced that feeling before, all the while knowing you'd joined a long line of people who did the same dance to find the person they spend their lives with. — Kiera Cass

Wanting to cry doesn't mean you can. — Kiera Cass

But even now I know this isn't a fairy tale. I know that we'll have hard times, confusing times. I know that things won't always happen the way we want them to and that we'll have to work to remember that we chose this. It won't be perfect, not all the time.
This isn't happily ever after.
It's so much more than that. — Kiera Cass

I'm happy, Ahren. I'm a princess. I have everything."
"I think you're mistaking comfort for joy. — Kiera Cass

And his was so beautiful. — Kiera Cass

Ivan held both hands in front of him as if this was very serious. My current approach is using one fork for each bite and then making a pile of them in the middle of the table. — Kiera Cass

You're the only person who really knows me. The only person I feel I truly know myself."
"Knowledge isn't love," I contradicted. — Kiera Cass

We kept eating for a while and I though maybe this would be enough for one night. We'd moved into a very safe territiory. I could talk about desserts for hours! But then, without warrning, he started talking about his life again. — Kiera Cass

You've changed me forever. And I'll never forget you. — Kiera Cass

And there it was, pushing up through all the worries: hope. — Kiera Cass

Because I could do this. I could do it well. I had to. I had to prove, finally, that I could lead, make decisions. — Kiera Cass

Buddhists Believe In Reincarnation Buddhists don't believe reincarnation but they believe in rebirth. Reincarnation is about endless and set identity that moves from life to another, having the same emotions and memories with it. While rebirth on the other hand doesn't carry any memories or emotions you had in your past life, it is simply a small inscription of them in what's we called karma. Reincarnation and rebirth are rationally different concepts. Reincarnation is a belief that every person has a soul, and the soul travels to another body once their previous body dies. Rebirth explains that there's no permanent thing in the world. Every living creature is a nonstop accumulation of changing conditions that establish the body and mind. — Kiera Goodwin

I kind of wanted someone to rearrange the stars so they spelled out his words. I needed them big and bright, and somewhere I could see then when things felt dark. I love you. And I'm so, so proud. — Kiera Cass

For a small period of time, she was the only one who understood what I was feeling. She made me feel less isolated in my sadness. — Kiera Cass

like drops of poison so small someone didn't realize they'd ingested something dangerous until it had overtaken them. "Anyway, — Kiera Cass

Those two moods are so different! Is everyone in your family like that?"
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"Unquestionably."
Baden nodded. "Good to know. I'll buy a shield and some binoculars. — Kiera Cass

But this ... Stop fighting, Kiera. Just say you want this. Tell me you want me ... like I want you. I already know you do ... — S.C. Stephens

Shhh, don't say a word. If anyone hears, there'll be hell to pay. Just let me look at you. And so I obeyed. I stayed there, quiet and still, while Aspen stared into my eyes. — Kiera Cass

But if he does pick you . . . that'll be good. You deserve to be happy." That was it. I slapped him. "You idiot!" I whisper-yelled at him. "I hate him! I loved you! I wanted you; all I ever wanted was you! — Kiera Cass

I was so hungry for words from my family. As soon as it was in — Kiera Cass

Life is pointless. Love is pointless. And still, wouldn't I do every second of it all over again?"
"I'm guessing yes."
"Undoubtedly. Yes. — Kiera Cass

Maxon, you were the one who said you wanted to stop arguing. So stop giving me reasons to argue with you! — Kiera Cass

I could see the outline of the cage coming into sight.

"It's so beautiful out today," she commented.

"It is." I started to sweat.

"Do you need a hand?" She could see the trap breaking the water.

"No, I'm good," I said, clearing my throat.

"Oh, that stinks. It's empty."

"Oh well. No loss." Maybe I didn't have to do this now. Maybe she wouldn't see the box, and I could just pull up the traps I had set earlier today. She didn't have to know.

"Wait. What's that?"

Okay, never mind. Back to plan A.

"What's what?" That was smooth. — Kiera Cass

Don't tug your ear with someone else. That's mine — Kiera Cass

He was composed, polite, and intelligent. All the things a prince should be. — Kiera Cass

She shook her head. I didn't stand a chance, did I? It's been you the whole time. — Kiera Cass

Do you need me to break her leg? I could make it happen." She chuckled to herself. "I'm kidding. — Kiera Cass

Puppies are cute. I'm fierce!"
"Yeah!" Evelyn snorted. "Romas says you're as fierce as a kitten."
"A kitten?" Kiera's tone grew more hurt. "I'm not afraid of him, just because he's twelve feet tall and can bench press me with his toes. It's not nice of him to say that — Lizzy Ford

Almost every time I sang, he did this. I think he enjoyed the sound of my raspy breathing more than the singing itself. — Kiera Cass

No matter what happens ... there will always be a string tying you to me. I'll never not worry about you. I'll never not care about what you do. You'll always be something to me. — Kiera Cass

It was like they carried the sun inside their souls and let it shine out on everything around them. — Kiera Cass

And there we were, in the background of it all, holding on to one another. The Perfectionist, the Sweetheart, the Diva ... and me. — Kiera Cass

So I have absolutely no privacy anymore? None? Because the four of you had to check scores with each other?" His frustration was clear.
"You know, for someone concerned with honesty, you ought to be grateful."
He stopped and stared. "I beg your pardon?"
"Everything is out in the open now. We all have a pretty good idea of where we stand, and I, for one, am thankful."
He rolled his eyes. "Thankful?" "If you had told me that Celeste and I were at about the same point with you physically, I would never have tried to come on to you like I did last night. Do you know how humiliated I was?" He scoffed and started pacing again. "Please, America, you've said and done so many foolish things, I'm surprised you can even be embarrassed anymore. — Kiera Cass

I didn't worry about the future. Because nothing could matter as much as him loving me. . . — Kiera Cass

Ean seems like the 'not here to make friends' type, but I don't think anyone could go through this without getting close to someone. It's too hard. As difficult as it is for me, I know it's just as bad for you all."

"We definitely get the better end of the deal though," he said, winking at my reflection.

I tilted my head. "I don't know about that. The more I think about it, the sadder I get about having to send all but one of you away. I'll miss having you here."

"Have you considered a harem?" he said, deadpan.

I bent over in laughter and was rewarded with a pin stabbing my waist. "Ow!"

"Sorry! I shouldn't joke when there are needles around. — Kiera Cass

No need to speak with those who may rank higher than you by caste but are beneath you in your contribution. — Kiera Cass

Welcome to the first ever Selection Variety Show, starring a bunch of losers competing for your attention. — Kiera Cass

flats. I figured I should make it clear from the start that I wasn't princess material. We — Kiera Cass

In an instant, everything in the room came alive. Like the sunshine had a melody and the sounds of footsteps had a texture I could feel in my fingertips each time anyone moved — Kiera Cass

With a sad smile, I ran my fingers down her door. It doesn't matter what you wear ... you'll be stunning. As much as you want to, you can't hide your beauty, Kiera. — S.C. Stephens

"I think we need food."
"As long as I don't have to cook it."
He threw his arm around my shoulder as we turned back to the palace. It felt like a very boyfriendish thing to do. "But we did so great last time."
"All I learned about was butter."
"Then you know everything. — Kiera Cass

What about you, America?" Kriss asked.
The only one who really caught my eye was Aspen, and after feeling that ache for him, this felt kind of stupid. I dodged the question.
"I don't know. They're all kind of nice."
"Kind of nice?" Celeste echoed. "You have to be kidding! These are some of the best-looking guys I've ever seen."
"It's only a bunch of boys without their shirts on," I countered. "Yeah, why don't you enjoy it for a minute before it's just the three of us you have to look at," she said snippily.
"Whatever. Maxon looks just as good without his shirt on as any of those guys. — Kiera Cass

If there's one thing I've learned from being in the Selection, it's that some girls have a frightening killer instinct. Don't let the ball gowns fool you, she finished with a smile. — Kiera Cass

Listen to me, kitten. Win or lose, you'll always be a princess to me. — Kiera Cass

If you don't want me to be in love with you, you're going to have to stop looking so lovely. First thing tomorrow I'm having your maids sew some potato sacks together for you. — Kiera Cass

This letter has gotten foolish, and I think you know how I detest looking like a fool. But still I do. For you. — Kiera Cass

You're so pretty when you're a mess. — Kiera Cass

This is a dandelion, " I told him. He shrugged. "I know. Some see a weed; some see a flower. Perspective. — Kiera Cass

But ... maybe I could find something. Maybe there would be one person who'd still want to kiss me when I had a runny nose or would rub my shoulders after a long day of meetings. Maybe I could find someone who didn't seem so scary, who made letting him past the wall seem natural. But all that still could be asking for too much. — Kiera Cass

Every day you say something or do something that challenges me, changes me. — Kiera Cass

Despite the knowledge that her affections were unattainable, I couldn't help but be drawn to try. — Kiera Cass

I looked at myself in the mirror and realized I wasn't bitter about that, not like I thought I'd be. I'd miss it, but it was just a piece of who I was now, not everything I was. (p.141) — Kiera Cass

I'm looking at the others, and I'm being fair. It makes me nervous to feel some of the things I do. But I want you to know, I'm still looking at you, too. I think you know by now I can't help it. He shrugged, seeming so boyish at that moment. — Kiera Cass

You're breaking a lot of rules, Miss Singer." "You're the prince. You can just pardon me. — Kiera Cass

I'm not as good at showing my emotions as other girls, so it comes across like I don't care, even when I do. I like to keep things to myself. — Kiera Cass

He must love you very much,' Gavril said once I had my footing.
I couldn't look at him. 'What makes you say that?' Gavril sighed. 'I've known Maxon since he was a child. He's never stood up to his father like that. — Kiera Cass

To add to the effect, he hadn't shaved in a day or two, and a shadow of dark blond fuzz covered the bottom half of his face like a smile. — Kiera Cass

He reached up and tugged his ear. And I did the same. — Kiera Cass

I wanted to be his dear, his darling. I wanted to be Maxon's alone. — Kiera Cass

Get through this little lesson, the sooner you get — Kiera Cass

You think you walk, Lucy? I think you fly. You see yourself in a uniform? I see you in a cape. You're a hero, of the quietest but most genuine nature. — Kiera Cass

I love you too, Kiera. Just you. You're my always. — S.C. Stephens

It took only one charged second to hear the heart that I'd had so little faith in. — Kiera Cass

I will never forget your fire. I can't wait to see what you do. — Kiera Cass

Time. I was asking for a lot of it these days. I hoped that if I had enough, everything would somehow fall into place. — Kiera Cass

Celeste met me halfway, swinging her branch with each step. "What's wrong?"
"Nothing. Just not feeling well, I guess."
"Do. Not. Puke," she ordered. "Especially not on me. — Kiera Cass

You deserved to be loved. And I hope you get to marry for love and not a number. — Kiera Cass

Maxon Schreave, you are nothing but a child who has his hands on a toy that he doesn't want but can't stand for someone else to have. — Kiera Cass

The dress was a deep red, strapless and practically backless, and I was almost positive my maids had used magic to make it stay up at all. — Kiera Cass

Not only me," I admitted. "Kriss. She's at the top, too." "Do you need me to break her leg? I could make it happen." She chuckled to herself. — Kiera Cass

My body didn't care for me, so what did I care for it? — Kiera Cass

Aspen had shifted to fill a desperate place in my life. Not my boyfriend, not my friend, but my family. — Kiera Cass

Lots of times when girls cry, they don't want you to fix the problem, they just want to be consoled," I advised. "Really?" "Pretty much. — Kiera Cass

I rose, locking eyes with Maxon, who I noticed had stopped chewing. — Kiera Cass

Don't worry, Mer. I'll take care of you. — Kiera Cass

For those of us with BPD, entering into a shared experience means passing through the ring of fire that leaves us feeling even more burned - and in this case branded with a label no one would ever choose to wear. — Kiera Van Gelder

Maxon looked down at my wrist. "Do you..." He looked up at me, seeming to rethink his question. "Do you want to dance?"
I nodded. "But I'm awful."
"We'll go slow. — Kiera Cass

But Aspen and I were never just friends. From the moment I became truly aware of him, I was in love with him. — Kiera Cass

I pranced around the room like a blind moose, but what I lacked in grace I made up for in effort. — Kiera Cass

I had been raised a musician, but I was surrounded by artists. — Kiera Cass

Maxon sighed. "Honestly? I was trying to give the other girls a sporting chance. From the beginning, I've really only looked at you, wanted you. — Kiera Cass

Celeste looked like she was ready to break something. I sat there. I kept telling myself that — Kiera Cass

Of all the lies you've told me, that's the one I resent the most. — Kiera Cass

Eh. Everything doesn't seem like anything when you love someone. Especially when you're young." I — Kiera Cass

If you love me, love me now. dont hold yourself so badly until tears starts to mean nothing — Kiera Cass

I couldn't help but
notice it was always this way. At state events or important dinners, Mom was beside Dad or situated
right behind him. But when they were just husband and wife - not king and queen - he followed her
everywhere. — Kiera Cass

Am I talking too much? He paused, staring into my eyes, genuine worry coloring his face.
I shook my head. No, I thought, I'd listen to you talk about nearly anything. You make phone calls sound like an adventure. — Kiera Cass

It's a strange thing to discover how much you matter to people you didn't really know you mattered to. — Kiera Cass

The knock came at the door, and I blew out the match, bolted over to the bed, and fanned out my dress. Why yes, Maxon, this is how I always look when I read. — Kiera Cass

And that was how the Selection did its first act in my favor: if I had her here, at least I had the chance to try. — Kiera Cass

I pulled back the covers and leaped into the morning. — Kiera Cass

I'd done it. I'd successfully pushed away two wonderful men. My desire to hurt neither of them, ended up hurting them both — S.C. Stephens

Break my heart. Break it a thousand times if you like. It was only ever yours to break anyway. — Kiera Cass

America, my love, you are sunlight falling through trees. You are laughter that breaks through sadness. You are the breeze on a too-war day. You are clarity in the midst of confusion.
You are not the world, but you are everything that makes the world good. Without you, my life would still exist, but that's all it would manage to do.
You said that to get things right one of us would have to take a leap of faith. I think I've discovered the canyon that must be leaped, and I hope to find you waiting for me on the other side.
I love you, America.
Yours forever,
Maxon — Kiera Cass