Holly Black: "Some kinds of power come at a high cost."

Why This Quote Matters

This wisdom quote comes from The Wicked King by Holly Black. The best fantasy writing smuggles real truth inside invented worlds, and this line is a good example. It rewards a second read.

Notice what comes up when you sit with it for a moment. The words that stay with us are rarely the loudest ones. They name something we already felt but had not yet put into words.

If this one landed, save it. Come back to it on a day when you need the reminder, and pass it on to someone who would feel it too.