The Gilded Ones (Deathless, #1)

by Namina Forna

“No matter my origins, there is worth in what I am.”

The physical body—it heals. The scars fade. But the memories are forever. Even when you forget, they remain inside, taunting you, resurfacing when you least expect.”

Never forget: the same gift they praise you for now, they will kill you for later.”

Besides, I’ll always have Britta. The feelings I have for Keita always make me warm, but Britta’s the one who’s forever there by my side, ready to support me, to push me when I’m being silly, to laugh with me when I need cheer. I’ve learned many things these past few months, and if there’s one thing I know, it’s this: Britta is my dearest friend, and my kinship with her is the foundation I stand on.

My anger builds as I realize how thoroughly my mind has been poisoned that I would be shocked to see women in these positions.