“ We are not our parents, Gabriel. We do not have to carry the burden of their choices or their sins. Cassandra Clare
“ But what of you? Gabriel said, and theywere very close now, almost touching. It isyour choice to make now, to stay or return.I will stay, Cecily said. I choose thewar.Gabriel let out the breath he had… Cassandra Clare
“ Why are we bringing him along, again?" Will inquired, of the world in general as well as his sister.Cecily put her hands on her hips. "Why are you bringing Tessa?""Because Tessa and I are going to be… Cassandra Clare
“ You are a Lightwood," Cecily said. "You stayed because you were loyal to your family name. It is not cowardice.""Wasn't it? Is loyalty still a commendable quality when it is misdirected?"Cecily opened… Cassandra Clare