Shallan Davar Quotes

Truth is individual.”“What? No it’s not. Truth is . . . it’s Truth. Reality.”“Your truth is what you see,” Pattern said, sounding confused. “What else could it be? That is the truth that you spoke to me, the truth that brings power.

~ Brandon Sanderson

The only time you seem honest is when you’re insulting someone!”“The only honest things I can say to you are insults.

~ Brandon Sanderson

It’s not a lie,” Shallan said, “if everyone understands and knows what it means.”“Mm. Those are some of the best lies.

~ Brandon Sanderson

Perhaps I am an insensitive rich woman. That doesn't change the fact that you can be downright mean and offensive, Kaladin Stormblessed.

~ Brandon Sanderson

Shallan’s mental image of Jasnah Kholin was of someone almost divine. It was, upon reflection, an odd way to regard a determined atheist.

~ Brandon Sanderson

The world isn't fair? What a huge revelation! Some people in power abuse those they have power over? Amazing! When did this start happening?

~ Brandon Sanderson

I’m sorry that your mystical, godlike powers do not instantly work as you would like them to.

~ Brandon Sanderson

Expectation wasn't just about what people expected of you. It was about what you expected of yourself.

~ Brandon Sanderson

This is insanity!No, this is scholarship!

~ Brandon Sanderson

Are you that afraid of being wrong? One would assume you’d be accustomed to it by now.”He grunted. “Be careful, girl. You wouldn’t want to accidentally insult a man.”“The last thing I’d want to do is accidentally insult you, Vathah,” Shallan said. “To think that Icouldn’t manage it on purpose if I wanted!

~ Brandon Sanderson