Quotes From "The Rose & The Dagger" By Renee Ahdieh

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

A trickle of blood slid down his arm. He felt nothing. He only saw it. Because nothing hurt like missing her. He suspected nothing ever would Renee Ahdieh

Because at that moment, with the press of Rahim's lips to hers, with the touch of his tongue sending wildfire through her veins, she knew she would always be home here. With this boy. In this moment. In this time. And that her heart would never be lonely again. Renee Ahdieh

The power behind words lies with the person. Renee Ahdieh

It does not take courage to kill. It takes courage to live. Renee Ahdieh

It's much easier to hate a memory. I would know. Renee Ahdieh

Because when I kiss you, I want yours to be the first... and last lips I ever kiss. Renee Ahdieh

I-" Irsa took a careful breath to steady her words. " I have felt alone for most of my life. Until you." She placed the shell on his chest. " But I promise I won't feel alone anymore. I will never forget." She stood on shaky feet. "I will always remember." "I love you Rahim al- Din Walad . Thank you for loving me in return. Renee Ahdieh

Khalid would break every bone in your body for what you've done. Renee Ahdieh

You deserve someone who will feel you at her side without needing to see you. And I've only felt that way about one boy. Renee Ahdieh

A boy who'd thrived in the shadows. Now he had to live in the light. To live .. . fiercely. To fight for every breath. Renee Ahdieh

That's quite gallant of you. After you've ignored me for the better part of a week, like a boy half your age with twice your charm. Renee Ahdieh