"You're sure that we'll find someone suitable here?" "Sure as eggs is eggs," replied Sneezer. "Surer even… — Garth Nix

"Noon sits at the Master's right hand, Dawn at his left. Dusk stands behind, in the shadows. Yet sometimes it is easier to see the light when you stand partly in the darkness."

"Summon him forth," instructed the Will. "Let justice be meted out. There is much to do, you know, Arthur."

"You'd think we could 'ave a cup of tea and biscuit first," muttered Suzy.

"Who can I trust?" Arthur blurted out.

"Those who wish you well," said the Old One. "Not those who wish to use you well. Be a player, not a pawn. And that is three questions and all your time."