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41 " Oh no,” Tess jumped in, frowning at the thought. The only company she wanted was Jane and Mr Rochester, and perhaps St John, depending on what page she got up to. “I don’t need company. I’ve got my books. I get to see whoever I want, wherever they may be in the world.” Her frown disappeared at the thought, and she smiled in anticipation of her relaxing night-in that would transport her to a different world. "
― Anthea Syrokou , True Colours
42 " She realised that even if the surging waves were messing with her peace, that as intimidating as those waves could be, they could also be magnificent, making anyone in their presence feel alive with their infectious strength and beauty, able to feel something bigger than themselves — something they never would have experienced if they hadn’t ever felt their exhilarating presence. At that moment, Tess realised those surging waves could add life to an otherwise peaceful landscape, and bring with them great beauty. "
43 " It’s okay, but we have to do so many chores on the weekends. Granddad said we need to do extra around the house because it’s not fair if you always do most of the chores. He was impressed that we tidy our rooms and set the table, but he thinks we might need to free your time more. I can’t believe how much you do for us. No wonder you’re always tired. I mean, you even help so much at our school. "
― Anthea Syrokou , Eventually Julie (Julie & Friends, #1)
44 " That’s what it’s all about, perspective.” Maybe her life had been on pause, not to see some movie, but to gain clarity about what really mattered to her. "
45 " Just don’t hold on too tightly to the branch. If it’s too difficult to hold onto it, it may not be the right branch. It may not be strong enough. It’s your call. "
46 " I believe you,” he continued, “but know that sometimes the mouth might be smiling while the heart is frowning. "
47 " It was like Anne of Green Gables. Feeling inspired, she’d opened that very book, remembering all the times her mother had read it to her as a young girl. She opened the beautiful hard cover and escaped into a world where life had drama and passion, a world where she could go wherever she wanted to go, from a lovely country town to a fantasy world of her own, with interesting and diverse characters, where she could turn the page and everything would change. "
48 " Their parents had just started an import business in the food industry, and since Christina was seventeen at the time, she was assigned to look after Julie when their parents weren’t around. That’s when the dynamics changed, when their relationship disintegrated, just like a democracy does when a dictatorship takes the reins. "
49 " Remember, Dimity, sometimes you need to jump into the water … you know, swim a little bit. You’ll be surprised to discover that the ship can survive without you,” he said, looking back at her. "
50 " Well, we certainly don’t. They can’t control you, and I think you’ve analysed your own comment. They think they have the same influence — but don’t equate the word “think” with “do”. People treat you how you let them treat you, Tess. If you allow them to have influence over you, then they will, unfortunately. "
51 " Back at school, so many years ago, she and Cathy were fond of reading the classics. They’d always imagined living back in the day where manners and conversation were as refined as the polished silver that graced the elaborately dressed tables in the dining halls of aristocratic manors. "
52 " It felt strange that two days ago she was in Paris; she was expecting to see the Eiffel Tower at any moment. Instead, the Sydney Tower caught her attention as it cast a shadow on the streets, standing with just as much pride and conviction, even though it wasn’t half as famous. "