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“The first was that if one did not master one’s circumstances, one was bound to be mastered by them; and the second was Montaigne’s maxim that the surest sign of wisdom is constant cheerfulness.”
― Amor Towles, A Gentleman in Moscow

“I told you from the very beginning that it was a story about choices â€� wise choices, foolish choices, small yet momentous choices â€� for with choices come change, and with change comes opportunity , and both change and opportunity are the very cutting edge of the power of chaos. And yet as the undying ones know and the humans too often forget, even chaos cannot overcome the power of choice.”
― Karen Lord, Redemption in Indigo

“For some in my audience, a tale is like a riddle, to be solved at the end. To them I sail the best tales leave some riddles unanswered and some mysteries hidden. Get used to it. For others the tale is a way of living vicariously, enjoying the adventures of others without having to go one step beyond their sphere of comfort. To them I say, what's stopping you from getting on a ship and sailing halfway around the world? Tales are meant to be an inspiration, not a substitute.”
― Karen Lord, Redemption in Indigo

“Describe her to me.â€� The Sisters looked at each other, and then Sister Jani answered, ‘She has courage. She has braved scorn and ridicule, which can tear the soul more viciously than vultures at a corpse. She has managed to keep her self-esteem intact.â€� ‘She has compassion and discretion,â€� added Sister Elen. ‘She does not pull down the weak, and the secrets of others are safe with her.â€� ‘She has integrity,â€� continued Sister Deian. ‘When she goes about doing what is right, she does not consider solely her own benefit.â€� ‘She has the most beautiful dreams,â€� concluded Sister Carmis on a wistful note.”
― Karen Lord, Redemption in Indigo