“In the long run, you can never be any better than your surroundings. When you are in the company of people who look down upon themselves as though they are animals, you, too, become like an animal. Or worse, because animals do not despise themselves.”
This book delves into the complex lives of characters who navigate the blurred lines between different social groups and identities. more
“Be real. Possess integrity. They will hate you for non-conformity but be real anyway.”
“The stars are not far. They're just quiet. Like most truths worth waiting for.”
“There is too much hate in the world already. Why direct more of it at yourself?”
“Lack of confidence holds more people back than lack of opportunity.”
“Nobody know you the way you know yourself so let anyone tell you what you can, and can not do!”