“Greta knows that for me there are no good parties. I’m okay with one or two people, but more than that and I turn into a naked mole rat. That’s what being shy feels like. Like my skin is too thin, the light too bright. Like the best place I could possibly be is in a tunnel far under the cool, dark earth. Someone asks me a question and I stare at them, empty-faced, my brain jammed up with how hard I’m trying to find something interesting to say. And in the end, all I can do is nod or shrug, because the light of their eyes looking at me, waiting for me, is just too much to take. And then it’s over and there’s one more person in the world who thinks I’m a complete and total waste of time.”
Quote by Carol Rifka Brunt
Work
Tell the Wolves I'm Home
This novel delves into the emotional journey of a young woman as she navigates the aftermath of her mother's death and the unraveling of her family dynamics. The story is rich with emotional depth and explores the intricacies of human connection. more
Author
Carol Rifka Brunt
Carol Rifka Brunt is an American author born in 1970. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and profound insights into the psychology of teenagers. more
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