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Quote #10
As she tumbles over the side, I grab her arms to steady her. She's small, and thin—fragile-looking, like the impact with the net should have shattered her. Her eyes are wide and bright blue. (5.15)
Tris's about-to-break physical appearance is supposed to emphasize how strong she is. She doesn't look strong, but she is! That makes us perceive her to be even stronger than she actually is.