Dede

“The old man nodded. “There’s a saying, ‘Death hath a thousand doors to let out life; I shall find one.’ We all have a door that waits. I know that. I accept it. But the children. That’s what I struggle with.”
― Ruta Sepetys, Salt to the Sea

“What determines how we remember history and which elements are preserved and penetrate the collective consciousness? If historical novels stir your interest, pursue the facts, history, memories, and personal testimonies available. These are the shoulders that historical fiction sits upon. When the survivors are gone we must not let the truth disappear with them. Please, give them a voice.”
― Ruta Sepetys, Salt to the Sea

“No. I meant stay with me today. And tomorrow. And every day after.”
― Jennifer Donnelly, These Shallow Graves

“And there Emilia rests. She is safe. She is loved. Affectionately, Clara Christensen”
― Ruta Sepetys, Salt to the Sea