Whirl Quotes

“Emotions are powerful sources of energy. They are what makes us alive. They provide proof of our souls.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“I resented the reference to my super ninja moves as "sneaking around." "Displaying superior stealth" or "using viper-like reflexes" would have been much better”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“I swear you don't know how to have any fun at all," I teased.
"This is not exactly my idea of it," he said wryly.

I gestured toward the ballroom. "But you're royal. It's your kind of party. You should be relaxed, letting everyone suck up to you."

He laughed and my chest tightened. God, I loved that sound.

"Kendra, not everything about being royal is enjoyable."
"So what would you consider fun?" I asked, curious.

Tristan was obviously well-liked and respected. But I'd never seen him when he wasn't in either instructor, gardinel, or prince mode. I got the feeling he wasn't very social and spent a lot of time alone.

His eyes turned thoughtful. "Relaxing in a quiet room with a nice glass of scotch, listening to Bach."
I rolled my eyes. "Are you serious, grandpa?"

He hid a smile.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“Nexa asked me to check up on you," Tristan said dryly. "Just in case you were thinking of doing something… impulsive."
"That's ridiculous." My eyes followed Amber's back as she walked away . "I've been wanting to kick her ass for awhile, so it wouldn't have been impulsive. More like premeditated."

Raveling, Emma (2011-09-16). Whirl (Ondine Quartet Book 1) (p. 95). Mandorla Publishing. Kindle Edition.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“wrist. "Odd question coming from someone who spends most of her time sneaking around." I glared at him. I resented the reference to my super ninja moves as "sneaking around."
"Displaying superior stealth" or "using viper-like reflexes" would have been much better.

Raveling, Emma (2011-09-16). Whirl (Ondine Quartet Book 1) (p. 140). Mandorla Publishing. Kindle Edition.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“there is nothing to prevent us from considering other options."
"But ondines don't need to learn how to fight!" Marquisa LeVeq interjected with an ugly sneer. A hot, dangerous anger flared inside me.
"We accomplish important and great things with our magic. That's why we have the gardinels and chevaliers to protect us!"
My stomach clenched and the words flew out of my mouth before I knew what I was doing.
"How much of a coward are you, Marquisa?" I taunted.
Marcella shot me a warning look and Aubrey whispered, "What are you doing?" I ignored them both. Marquisa LeVeq stared at me, indignation on her arrogant face. "You're so willing to let others fight and die for you while you do nothing. You say ondines are magic users and protectors. So, tell me. What do you protect?"
My voice rose in disgust. "It sounds to me like you don't protect anything except yourself. You want the gardinels and chevaliers to do all the work for you."

Raveling, Emma (2011-09-16). Whirl (Ondine Quartet Book 1) (pp. 160-161). Mandorla Publishing. Kindle Edition.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“This motion is an effort to continue a ridiculous idea first presented by an unstable woman. Now, it's being perpetuated by her sister and daughter, who is clearly…volatile." Contempt dripped off her words. "I do not think it's even worthy of debate." That did it. Chloe and Ryder tried to hold me back, but I yanked myself free and gripped the railing. The Marquisa looked a little frightened by my expression. Well, she did call me volatile. "My mother was a powerful ondine, a Clairvoyant who saw that our future demanded change. I am not just her daughter." I leaned forward. "I am also the sondaleur." My voice, cold and hard, sliced through the air. A hushed silence fell. Hundreds of people stared at me.

Raveling, Emma (2011-09-16). Whirl (Ondine Quartet Book 1) (p. 161). Mandorla Publishing. Kindle Edition.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl

“Because it's like seeing us naked."
Whoa. Hearing Tristan utter the word naked was hot.
Don't start picturing him naked.

Raveling, Emma (2011-09-16). Whirl (Ondine Quartet Book 1) (p. 189). Mandorla Publishing. Kindle Edition.”
― Emma Raveling, Whirl