Inanimate objects are harmless indeed, Mr. Mortmain. But one cannot always say the same of the men who use them.

“Ma'am," Magnus said, advancing. "I must counsel you not to exit the carriage wh…”

“What's all this about yanking poor Magnus and Alec back from their vacation?" I…”

“Your Bracelet," she said. "Acheronta movebo.' It doesn't mean 'Thus always to t…”

“Magnus was sure that the llama stampede he witnessed was a coincidence. The lla…”