“We are so convinced of the goodness of ourselves, and the goodness of our love, we cannot bear to believe that there might be something more worthy of love than us, more worthy of worship. Greeting cards routinely tell us everybody deserves love. No. Everybody deserves clean water. Not everybody deserves love all the time.”
A satirical and poignant novel that delves into the lives of characters from various ethnic backgrounds, spanning several decades and examining themes of identity, race, and cultural integration. more
Zadie Smith is a British novelist known for her distinctive literary style and profound social insights. Her works cover a range of themes including race, class, gender, and identity, and have been widely appreciated by readers. more
“Personally, I'd prefer a guy who wants to see my boobs.”
“Also, vampires don't eat food. You never get to eat chocolate again. Ever. I'd rather die.”
“It's Christmas! Ah, Christmas, the time when all good people go about not decapitating each other.”
“There are not too many fables about man's misuse of sunflower seeds.”