“Tears streamed down his face and he cradled the barrel of the shotgun in his arms as though it were the woman he had been begging for, searching for, all his life. "Gimme hate, Lord," he whimpered. "I'll take hate any day . But don't give me love. I can't take no more love, Lord. I can't carry it. It's too heavy.”
This novel delves into complex relationships and societal issues through the lens of a romantic narrative. more
Toni Morrison is an American novelist known for her profound portrayal of the history and culture of African Americans. Her works often explore issues of race, gender, and identity, with her most famous novels being 'The Bluest Eye' and 'Sula'. more
“Genuine kindness continues to remain our ultimate weapon in this unknown world of personal hate.”
“Love conquers the temporary hold of fear and hate. Inhumanity is a loop without it.”
“It is near impossible to be a valiant warrior if you hate your enemy.”