Quote by Cassandra Clare

She supposed they were imperfections, those marks, but they didn't feel that way to her; they were a history, cut into his body, the map of a life of endless war.

She supposed they were imperfections, those marks, but they

Summary

This quote emphasizes the subjective perception of imperfections. The speaker acknowledges that others might view the marks on the person's body as flaws, but to her, they carry a deeper meaning. The marks symbolize a history of battles and struggles endured by the individual, reflecting a life filled with hardships. Ultimately, the quote challenges the notion of perfection, suggesting that what may be seen as imperfections by some can hold value and tell a unique story to others.

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