How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"I expected to go alone," replied Sabriel. She had expected that, but felt a tinge of regret. A protective group of soldiers would be quite a comfort. The fear of being alone in a strange and dangerous land, even if it was her homeland, was only just below the level of her excitement. It wouldn't take much for the fear to rise over it. (3.37)
When Sabriel first sets out on her journey, she does so with a mixture of fear and excitement. This is a good look at what's going on in her head, and how the balance between the two is very delicate. She'll have to overcome her fears repeatedly throughout her adventures.
Quote #2
All her plans and dreams, her hopes and courage, fell out of her to be replaced by pure, unthinking panic. (5.55)
Sabriel's inexperience and unfamiliarity with the Old Kingdom create some real fear for her, and she has a few moments of panic when she feels like she's out of her depth. Overcoming this panic takes both poise and courage.
Quote #3
Sabriel watched the wave racing towards them, trying to calm herself, but her breath raced in and out as quickly as her stomach flipped over. Just as the wave hit, she screamed and ducked under the telescope. (10.6)
Time and again, Sabriel is put in situations that require her to summon courage and fight down her panic. Sometimes her panic wins out, though. Can't say we blame the girl.