"Oll and Giddon, and most of the rest of the secret Council, had wanted her to kill them. But at the meeting to plan this mission, she'd argued that killing them would gain no time."
Chap. 1, p. 7

"Not much was known about the Monsean court. King Leck was well liked by his people and had a great reputation for kindness to children, animals, and all helpless creatures."
Chap. 2, p. 19

"Katsa caught the child's eyes and stared her down. The girl gasped and backed up a few steps, then turned and ran from the hall."
Chap. 4, p. 42

"She moved again to pass him, and he moved to block her, and it was almost with relief that she struck out at his face."
Chap. 8, p. 78

"'Lord Davit have us true information,' Oll said. 'Neither Nander nor Estill knows anything of the kidnapping.'"

Chap. 11, p. 110

"'We're too dangerous to...