The Otherworld Quotes

“Knowledge is not wisdom, Orca. You could see the whole world, learn everything there is to learn, read every book written by every philosopher... and still go to your grave not a fraction wiser than the day you were born. Most people follow the compass of the world. But you have a different compass.”
― Abbie Emmons, The Otherworld

“Lawrence knew that I never wanted children, and we were always careful to take precautions… At first, I thought it was an accident when I got pregnant with you,” Mama continues, lifting the glass to her mouth and taking another sip. “But after you were born, I realized that it was all part of his plan—”
― Abbie Emmons, The Otherworld