“It was easy to be good and kind in times of plenty. The trying times were the moments that defined a man.And love? Love was something that did much to change a person. It brought joy as it brought suffering, and in turn brought about those moments that defined one’s character. Love gave life to the lifeless. It was the greatest of all living powers.But, as with all things, love had a dark side to it.”
Renee Ahdieh“For without a measure of arrogance, how can one attempt the impossible?”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“In your honesty, I saw a reflection of myself. Or rather, of the man I longed to be. So I failed you. I didn’t stay away. Then, later, I thought if I had answers, it would be enough. I would no longer care. You would no longer matter. So I continued failing you. Continued wanting more. And now I can’t find the words to say what must be said. To convey to you the least of what I owe. When I think of you, I can’t find the air to b r e a t h e.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“I suspect she will be like air. Like knowing how to breathe.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“It was a quiet taunt...a poisoned glass of wine, meant to intoxicate and exsanguinate.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“Without risk, life is far too predictable”
Renee Ahdieh, Flame in the Mist“What are you doing to me, you plague of a girl?” he whispered.“If I’m a plague, then you should keep your distance, unless you plan on being destroyed.”“No. Destroy Me.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“I believe the stars align so souls can find one another. Whether they are meant to be souls in love or souls in life remains to be seen.”
Renee Ahdieh, Flame in the Mist“The stars could fall - the moon could crash from the heavens - and Mariko could not care.”
Renee Ahdieh, Flame in the Mist“I love you, she said. Khalid lifted his head to hers. She placed a hand against his cheek. Beyond words.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn“This dangerous girl. This captivating beauty.This destroyer of worlds and creator of wonder.”
Renee Ahdieh, The Wrath and the Dawn