Top 500 Shannon Messenger Quotes (2026 Update)
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51. “We shouldn’t pass judgment until we see how things play out. Actions never tell the whole story. Good can be done for the wrong reason. And bad can be misunderstood.”

— Shannon Messenger

52. “Violence isn’t the answer.”

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53. “It reminds us just how small we really are, and how big the rest of the world is by comparison. One person is not the source of anything – it’s millions of pieces all working together. And it shows us that there’s always hope – always light. No matter how much darkness we might be facing.”

— Shannon Messenger

54. “When rulers stop trusting their citizens, freedom is always the cost.”

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55. “Don’t feel bad, Fitzy – you’re not the only one who didn’t make the cut,” Keefe told him. “In fact, I’m kinda thinking you, me, and Linh should start our own team – Team We’re-Having-More-Fun-Than-You-Are! Instead of crowns, we can wear tunics that say ‘You Wish You Were This Hot.’ And all of our mascots will be gulons. You with me?”

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56. “Tell my dad... that I’ve been hiding his favorite cape in a closet on the twenty-ninth floor. But don’t tell him the door is rigged with gulon gas. Let him find that out on his own.”

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57. “I hate to say this, Keefe, but I think you might be right.”

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58. “Ugh, they’ve been at it all day,” Fitz grumbled. “It’s been hours of ‘Look – I’m invisible. Now I’m not! Now I am!’” Biana rolled her eyes as she reappeared. “Like you were any less annoying with your ‘I can tell you what you’re thinking right now! And now! And now!”

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59. “Ohhhh, does this mean I get to stab Keefe?” Ro asked.”

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60. “I guess when you love someone, you don’t mind making sacrifices.”

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61. “Iggy-farts into Silveny’s face.”

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62. “Aura of doom?” Keefe asked, a smirk curling his lips. “Sounds like my kind of party.”

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63. “Keefe’s smile was enormous. “Woo! Team Foster-Keefe is back!”

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64. “You gave me the gift of goodbye.”

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65. “Hindsight is a dangerous game.”

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66. “Oh, I know you,” Sophie said through a sigh. “I’ll just never stop hoping you’ll decide to play things smart for once.” “See, but ‘smart’ really isn’t my brand. I’m more ‘reckless dream guy without a care’! It’s part of my whole ‘bad boy’ image.” He tossed his hair.”

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67. “I don’t even know what ‘Fitzphie’ is supposed to mean,” Tiergan noted.”

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68. “I believe in the all-powerful Fitzphie! Actually, you know what? We should call this one Sophitz, since-let’s face it-Foster’s the real talent when it comes to this sort of thing.”

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69. “There are many shades of trust, and most of them are gray.”

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70. “What was that?” Keefe asked. “Did the Mysterious Miss F. just agree that I’m a genius? Because that’s what I heard! And it’s filled my heart with all the warmest, softest fuzzies.”

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71. “She was a girl with strange abilities and a different way of looking at the world. What she decided to do with these things was up to her.”

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72. “Everything is better with sparkles.”

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73. “Dex snorted. “You want Sophie, Fitz, and Keefe to do trust exercises together.” “I think it would be very enlightening,” Mr. Forkle agreed. “Oh, it’ll definitely be that,” Dex said with a particularly huge grin. “Can I, uh, be there when you do?” he asked Sophie.”

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74. “Typical Foster, always knocking guys off their feet.”

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75. “There will always be people who disappoint us, and it’s up to us to decide when to forgive, and when to walk away.”

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76. “Success isn’t always about triumph.”

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77. “You did not just insult the hair.”

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78. “True strength comes from finding a peaceful alternative.”

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79. “Keefe gave her sister his famous smirk, reaching up to smooth his expertly tousled blond hair. “Don’t worry-were all in the Foster Fan Club.”

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80. “I know we’ve done stuff, Foster. But it’s not even close to enough. And the scariest thing is how little we know. I mean... I can’t even tell you if I’ve gotten back all the memories my mom erased. Meanwhile they know everything about us: where we live, where we go to school, what our abilities are, who our friends and family are, how to find us- do you need me to keep going? Because we both know I can.”

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81. “I think we could all use a little more weird in our lives.”

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82. “Hope. Such a funny, fickle thing. We need a lot of it right now.”

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83. “Please tell me you’re going to make them wear glittery armor that says Fearsome Foster Five!”

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84. “Time is a funny thing. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. But then it passes to someone else. You’ll do great things with it, Sophie. Wonderful, incredible things.”

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85. “She blew out a breath. “It’s really annoying when you’re right.” “Don’t worry,” Ro told her. “It doesn’t happen very often.” Keefe smirked.”

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86. “Smooth, Lord Hunkyhair. Smooooooooooooooooooth.”

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87. “The best places to hide are the places no one wants to go.”

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88. “A girl from both worlds, who’d seen the follies and triumphs of each side. And her job was to shake things up and do something new.”

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89. “The book can’t be that bad,” Della insisted. “Yeah, it is. My dad wrote it.” “Your dad’s a writer?” Sophie asked. “More like a torturer of innocent readers.”

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90. “Keefe’s smile looked determined as he stepped back and took Sophie’s hand. “I’m always with you, Foster. What ever you want, I’m in.”

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91. “Stepping into a tornado screams This is the dumbest thing you will ever do.”

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92. “It’s a tremendous responsibility. One that every young generation must learn to carry. Adults may have wisdom and experience. But our youth are bold and brave and willing to fight for what they believe in with a formidable kind of energy.”

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93. “There are a million reasons to keep fighting. But it’s probably not going to be easy.”

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94. “Sometimes the greatest power comes from showing mercy,” she told them quietly. “Especially to those who may not deserve it.”

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95. “Guilt is a treacherous thing.”

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96. “Sophie ignored the insult – but might’ve allowed herself half a smile when Ro coughed something that sounded like “awfully smug for a tiny hairless dude” from wherever the ogre princess had tucked herself away in the shadows.”

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97. “A huge, goofy grin spread across her lips as both Sandor and Grizel flushed bright pink. “Oh my goodness – that’s the sweetest thing EVER!” Sandor groaned. “As if they don’t tease us about our relationship enough already!” “I’m not going to tease you,” Sophie promised. “But Keefe will,” Fitz jumped in. “And I’m sure he’s going to be here any second, so – ” “Actually, Keefe said he wasn’t getting anywhere near you and a bunch of weapons right now,” Sophie told him.”

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98. “It feels like you either want to hug me or strangle me – and personally, I’m rooting for the hug.”

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99. “One should never rely on their enemies to give them hope.”

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100. “Keefe grinned. “You’re so adorable when you worry. I’ve told you that, right?” Sophie gave him her best glare, and his smile only widened.”

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