"I closed my eyes, horrified that my suspicions might be true. Conner was holding us on the brink of treason" (Chapter 5, p. 35).

"My father said a person can be educated and still be stupid, and a wise man can have no education at all" (Chapter 6, p. 37).

"My plan is simple, really. I intend to convince the court that Prince Jaron is one of you" (Chapter 9, p. 58).

"Now that I knew his secret, Conner would never stop hunting me down. I was trapped here. And my choice was clear. Become the prince, or he'd kill me" (Chapter 12, p. 74).

"If Conner puts you in, then he can take you out" (Chapter 17, p. 100).

"I turned away as she left the room. Unfortunately, I understood exactly how she felt. Nobody should have to bow to a false prince" (Chapter 29, p. 177).

"I'm glad you can appreciate your station in life as a servant...