“I felt this boy whose name I couldn't be bothered to remember grunting and heaving inside me; I was that empty and that far away. And suddenly I knew what became of all those lost balloons: they were the loves that slipped out of our fists; the blank eyes that rose in every night sky.”
This book delves into the story of a family facing profound challenges as a result of their daughter's medical condition. It raises questions about the rights of parents and the autonomy of children in the context of medical decisions. more
Jodi Picoult is an American best-selling author known for her emotionally rich and engaging novels. Her works often revolve around family, legal, and moral dilemmas, and are highly appreciated by readers. more
“A person who has lost his power of love has become blind to the beauties of life.”
“Well, yes. I definitely consider myself to be your one that got away.”
“Misunderstandings arise only in undefined relationships”
“Lost love is still love. It takes a different form.”
“Think like those who are on the Forbes List. They think of possibilities, not excuses.”