44 Maximum Ride Series Quotes

Imagine soaring through the skies with the wind beneath your wings, exploring a world filled with adventure, courage, and kinship. The Maximum Ride series by James Patterson has captivated the imaginations of readers with its thrilling narrative and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer plunging into these exhilarating tales, we've gathered a selection of the most memorable quotes from the series. These snippets of dialogue and thoughts capture the essence of the journey embarked upon by Max and her flock, resonating with themes of resilience, freedom, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Dive in to explore these moments of insight and inspiration that have made Maximum Ride a beloved staple in the realm of young adult literature.

1. “They turned to Angel. "We will call you Little One," the leader said, obviously deciding to dispense with the whole confusing name thing."Okay," said Angel agreeably. "I'll call you Guy in a White Lab Coat." He frowned."That can be his Indian name," I suggested.” - James Patterson

2. “At that moment I had no mind to change, or not change, or throw against the nearest wall.” - James Patterson

3. “Man, you weigh a freaking ton," he told me. "What've you been eating, rocks?" "Why, is your head missing some?" I croaked. His mouth almost quirked in a smile, and that's when I knew how upset he'd been” - James Patterson

4. “You are avake, yah?" said a voice in a horribly recognizable accent."Yah," I muttered, rubbing my head. "And you are still a jerk, yah?” - James Patterson

5. “Let's just say that if these scientist had been using their brilliance for good instead of evil, cars would run off water vapor and leave fresh compost behind them; no one would be hungry; no one would be ill; all buildings would be earthquake-, bomb-, and flood-proof; and the world's entire economy would have collapsed and been replaced by one based on the value of chocolate. ” - James Patterson

6. “If you're ever feeling a lack of middle-aged white men, just pop into the Capitol. Not so much the House of Representatives, which has a bit more color and texture, but the Senate -- jeez. Yes, let's have more testosterone running the country.Maximum Ride, School's Out--Forever” - James Patterson

7. “You stand out like a fart in a church.” - James Patterson

8. “you're a diabolical little pyro, aren't you?He blushed modestly.” - James Patterson

9. “Uh-huh," I said. "Because all you mad, evil scientists sit around whipping up batches of Pillsbury's finest during your coffee breaks. I mean, this is pathetic.” - James Patterson

10. “Their mothers were nobodies," Marian (Max's mom) said. "Donor eggs. Lab workers, techs, anyone we found. That was the point- that we could create a superrace out of anything. Out of trash."Well, you're right there," I said. "Because we are a superrace. And I did come from trash.” - James Patterson

11. “The idea for Maximum Ride come from the earlier books of mine called When the Wind Blows and The Lake House, which also feature a character named Max who escapes from a quiet despicable school. Most of the similarities end there. Max and the other kids in Maximum Ride are not the same Max and kids featured in those two books. nor do Frannie and Kit play any part in Maximum Ride. I hope you enjoy the ride anyways. ” - James Patterson

12. “Pick a tree. I'll carve our initials into it." -Fang” - James Patterson

13. “Don't ever leave me again." -MaxI won't. I won't not ever." -Fang” - James Patterson

14. “do you ever have dirty thoughts about spongebob?” - James Patterson

15. “You were designed to be very smart, Max,' she told me. 'We electrically stimulated your synaptic nerve endings while your brain was developing.' (The director)And yet I still can't program my DVD player,' I said." (Max)” - James Patterson

16. “They call me, The Sharkalator” - James Patterson

17. “I feel like I'm going to HURL. Which, even if I wanted to do, I couldn't do, because I haven't eaten. I can't even drag myself out of my room. And while I'd be able to muster the strength to roundhouse Fang until he begged for MERCY, I'de be mush around an Eraser.” - James Patterson

18. “You mean other than the wings? I once ate nine snicker bars in a row without barfing. It was a record.” - James Patterson

19. “Who, last time I'd checked, was still on our official archenemy list. (Yes, we have to keep a list. It's kind of sad.)” - James Patterson

20. “Some kids get called 'bundles of joy' or 'slices of heaven' or 'dreams come true.' We got 'the fifty-fourth generation of DNA experiments.' Doesn't have the same warm and fuzzy feel. But maybe I'm oversensitive.” - James Patterson

21. “De tall, dark vun--dere's nothing special about him at all," ter Borcht said dismissively of Fang, who hadn't moved since the doctor had come in.Well, he's a snappy dresser," I offered. One side of Fang's mouth quirked.” - James Patterson

22. “And Flock Rule Number Two is, Don't argue with Max or you'll live to regret it." I spun and stomped out to the clearing, turning back for one last jab at Dylan. "And by the way, you clearly DON'T know me better than Fang does. Do you see Fang arguing with me? No, you do not."Fang rolled his eyes.” - James Patterson

23. “I had to give him props, but how annoying of him to be a hero when I was trying so hard to dislike him. It was downright selfish.” - James Patterson

24. “Max-Dogs, dogs, go away, let me live another day.” - James Patterson

25. “They aren't the brightest crayons in the box-Max(saving the world and other extreme sports)” - James Patterson

26. “There is one bright side to this," said Fang.Yeah? What's that?" The new and improved Erasers would mutilate us before they killed us?He grinned at me so unexpectedly I forgot to flap for a second and dropped several feet. "You looove me," he crooned smugly. Holding his arms out wide he added, "You love me this much."My shriek of appalled rage could probably be heard in California, or maybe Hawaii.” - James Patterson

27. “So there you have it, the extent of my charms: brown hair and eyes like unbarfed chocolate. I'm a lucky girl." -Max” - James Patterson

28. “Max:"So the first thing we're going to do," I told him, "is push you off the roof.” - James Patterson

29. “I stood my ground. "You evil scientist are all the same--evil. Count me out."Fang and I brushed past Mr. God and walked quickly but smoothly to the exit. It was barely noon, and I'd already made a huge enemy.Dang, I'm good.” - James Patterson

30. “Fang! Come Back!" I started pulling his hair. Shaking his head and shoulders. Hard. "Wake up! Snap out of it! You stupid jerk! I am going to kill you if you die on me!” - James Patterson

31. “I want to be able to see stuff," Iggy said. "Like I used to, when I was little. And I want to be able to totally kick Jeb's butt.” - James Patterson

32. “Can I come in?No! I'm in a towel!I'm blind!” - James Patterson

33. “I offered to pee on him, but they said no” - James Patterson

34. “Fang, fang. I love you. I looooove you. I love you thiiiiiiiiiis much!” - James Patterson

35. “Oh great. Yoda captured us.” - James Patterson

36. “You're a fridge with wings. We're freaking ballet dancers! -Fang” - James Patterson

37. “Time to die.-Evil Angel” - James Patterson

38. “I fell into a deep sleep tucked in that little cocoon, a deeper sleep than I might of had in years.Right up until someone kicked me and said "Gotcha!” - James Patterson

39. “I don't care if we have our house, or a cliff ledge, or a cardboard box. Home is wherever we all are, together,” - James Patterson

40. “Have you ever been to Colorado?"I frowned. "Is that one of those square ones, in the middle?” - James Patterson

41. “It never works out! *kicks rock, it hits a window, sirens go off*(iggy) Uh oh.(max) Up and away guys! Come on iggy, we gotta go.(iggy) No. *sits down*(max) Iggy, come on!(iggy) No! It's different for you, you don't know what it's like, Yeah I make jokes- I'm the blind kid, but don't you see? Every time we move I'm lost all over again, you guys- It's much easier for you. Even your lost isn't as bad as my lost. You know*sirens coming closer*(max) Ig, i know it's hard, but if you think I'm going to let you give up on us now, you've got another think coming. Yes, you're a blind mutant freak, but you're my blind mutant freak, and you're coming with me, now, you're coming with us right now, or I swear I will kick your skinny white ass from here to the middle of next week. *Iggy raises his head lights flashing telling max that he cops were almost on top of them* (max) Iggy, I need you, I love you. I need all of you, all five of you, to fell whole myself. Now get up, before I kill you." *Iggy stands* "Well, when you put it that way..." *max smiles* come on ig*they fly off*” - James Patterson

42. “Angel screeched with fury and despair to the empty walls around her. "I'm human, do you hear me? It hurts!” - James Patterson

43. “I love you Max,"Fang said..."God, Max I love you so much."I know. I thought. I've always known” - James Patterson

44. “What?" I said, suspicion starting to rise in me. "When did they start coming after you?""Was it— was it after the oil-slick Hummer crash?" the Gasman asked Iggy tentatively. My eyes widened. Oil-slick Hummer crash?Iggy rubbed his chin, thinking. "Or maybe it was more— after the bomb," the Gasman said in a low voice, looking down. "I think it was the bomb," Iggy agreed. "That definitely seemed to tick them off.” - James Patterson