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“At that time I had to keep meeting people and meeting people in case one of them was someone I could marry.”

Marriage Social Commentary Marry Helen Oyeyemi Mr Fox Marriage Market

Book:Mr. Fox

Source: Mr. Fox

“There are real books all around the house, everywhere. She could pick one up and in mere seconds she could be involved in something that makes her laugh and feel nervous and hot and cold and forgive the world its absurdity.”

Reading Books Helen Oyeyemi Mr Fox

Book:Mr. Fox

Source: Mr. Fox

“I wanted to ask her if she meant to spend the night here as well, but I didn't want her to say yes. It could be that she was in some kind of mood and just wanted a nap and my question might force her to adopt a stance. She does that, I've noticed; she lashes out when she thinks she's been given a cue.”

Relationships Helen Oyeyemi Mr Fox

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Source: Mr. Fox

“The whole thing was so intense, so full of hurt that when I look back at it I squint. I want it forgotten.”

Hurt Memory Painful Intense Looking Back Painful Memories Repressed Memories Helen Oyeyemi White Is For Witching

Book:White Is for Witching

Source: White Is for Witching

“I was so jealous it burned, and I knew I had to let it alone or I'd break something inside me.”

Hurt Jealousy Jealous Helen Oyeyemi Mr Fox Strong Emotions

Book:Mr. Fox

Source: Mr. Fox