Erin Bow is a Canadian author celebrated for her captivating young adult novels that blend fantasy and science fiction. With a background in physics and poetry, her works often explore intricate themes of power, identity, and resilience. Among her notable books are "Plain Kate" and "The Scorpion Rules." Bow's writing is distinguished by its lyrical prose and complex characters, earning her several literary awards and a devoted readership.
Greta, on the first day of school, you will be poisoned.
I am not a prisoner in the traditional sense.
This is not a prison. This is a school.
And if I am to die, I would rather die on my feet.
I will be your friend, too. You don't have to be alone.
You don’t have to be a monster just because you’re a ruler.
The world is a dangerous place. I have to become a dangerous thing in order to survive.
Even the most powerful person in the world is only human.
You can't keep people safe by making them weak.
Power comes from control, and control comes from understanding.
In the end, we all die alone. But that does not mean we have to live alone.
Sometimes the greatest act of courage is to walk away.