Introduction and a Gift

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I've been lurking here since the post about the development of cover art for A Conspiracy of Kings, so it's probably long past time for me to actually join.

But I felt like I should offer a gift (like a certain thief at each temple). Unfortunately I don't wear earrings or drink coffee, so I've been stumped for a long time.

But I finally came up with something that perhaps only this community will truly appreciate. I was recently re-reading the series and during Conspiracy came across an example of synecdoche. And then a few more possible examples. So I re-started re-reading the series looking for them.

I like to make everything as hard on myself as possible, so I set a rule: no spoilers. And I have an exceptionally broad definition of spoilers. As in, names/titles can't be used because even they give things away.

Here are the ones I found in The Thief:

- I had wanted everyone to know that I was the finest thief since mortal men were made, and I must have come close to accomplishing that goal. (pg. 2)

- "I thought that you could steal anything," he taunted.
"Except myself out of the king's prison," I agreed. (pg. 13)

- "I didn't plan this trip with your comfort in mind," he said sourly.
"Damn right." (pg. 51)

- It had been a professional risk, but there was no point in saying so. (pg. 58-59)

- "Do you mean," I squawked, "that we are out here in the dark looking for something from a fairy tale?" (pg. 71)

- "You," he said, "are going to steal it." (pg. 205)

- "Won't tell me or can't" he asked.
"Can't," I admitted. "Not that I would anyway," I goaded him. (pg. 231)


Which do you think is the best? Are there others you'd include in the list?

If you approve of this gift, I'll offer my suggestions for the other books (to date!) for enjoyment and discussion.