“The sooner you 'settle' the sooner you'll be allowed home" was the ruling logic; and "if you can't adapt yourself to living in a mental hospital how do you expect to be able to live 'out in the world'?" How indeed?”
Book:Faces in the water
Quote by Janet Frame
Work
Faces in the water
In this suspenseful novel, a woman confronts her deepest fears as she encounters mysterious figures in the water, leading her on a harrowing journey into the dark corners of her own mind. more
Author
Janet Frame
Janet Frame, born on August 28, 1924, was a renowned New Zealand author. Her works are known for their unique narrative style and profound psychological insights. She has had her works translated into multiple languages. more
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