“Even in the Future the Story Begins with Once Upon a Time.”

“He wouldn't even dance with Levana at the stupid ball if he could help it—to hell with diplomacy.”

“Do your kind even know what love is? Can you feel anything at all, or is it just... programmed?”

“Little Red was a tender young morsel, and the wolf knew she would be even tastier than the old woman.”

“A relieved grin filled up Thorne’s face. “We’re having another moment, aren’t we?”“If by a moment, you mean me not wanting to strangle you for the first time since we met, then I guess we are.”

“We met less than a week ago and in that time I've done nothing but lie and cheat and betray you. I know. But if you give me a chance...all I want is to protect you. To be near you. For as long as I'm able.”

“Oh, my stars! Think about Prince Kai! You could dance with Prince Kai!”This made Cinder pause and squint into Iko’s blinding light. “Why would the prince dance with me?”Iko’s fan hummed as she sought an answer. “Because you won’t have grease on your face this time.”