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“The thing I don't say is: I want to stay alive. The reason I don't say it is because, given that fat folder in front of him, he'd never believe it. And here's something else he'd never believe--I'm fighting to be here in this shitty, messed-up world. Standing on the edge of the bell tower isn't about dying. It's about having control. It's about never going to sleep again.”

Book:All the Bright Places

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All the Bright Places

This novel follows the story of two teenagers, who, after meeting under unusual circumstances, forge a deep bond. The narrative delves into the complexities of mental illness and the impact it has on individuals and their relationships. The story is a poignant exploration of life, love, and the search for meaning. more

Author

Jennifer Niven

Jennifer Niven is an American author born on May 14, 1968. Known for her poignant emotional storytelling and deep thematic explorations, her works primarily focus on young adult literature and adult fiction. Niven's novels have won numerous literary awards, including the American Library Association's Young Adult Choice Award. more

“Afterward, he places the chest film on the light panel outside the door. Kate's ribs seem as thin as matchsticks, and there is a large gray blot just off the center. My knees go weak, and I find myself grabbing on to Brian's arm. "It's a tumor. The cancer's metastasized." The doctor puts his hand on my shoulder. "Mrs. Fitzgerald," he says, "that's Kate's heart.”

Sad

Book:My Sister's Keeper

Source: My Sister's Keeper

“First love is so special," she says. "You'll never forget it.”

Sad Irony

Book:My Dark Vanessa

Source: My Dark Vanessa

“meeting and falling in love with you, wasn't a mistake , but its something i regret ever doing again, its not your fault my love , i just cant deal with all your lovers , i feel used, i knew that you would never love me , but still, i loved you more then everyone else did, but you didn't love me... were still young , but i always want to be next to you , i always crave your touch , i'm sorry if sometimes i'm annoying sometimes, i just cant help but love you, and i promise i won't ever let you down, because in the end , all i wanted was you, and to be loved by you :) .”

Sad Crush Young Love

Author:mercedes j

“And she wished him to be a god. She had spoken it so simply, as if it were obvious. A god. I could not imagine him so. Gods were cold and distant, far off as the moon, nothing like his bright eyes, the warm mischief of his smiles.”