Hemlock Quotes

“I’m struck by how odd it is. Like hemlock, the plant, sometimes things aren’t what they appear. Sometimes, something that looks so safe, so beautiful even, can be what puts you in the most danger.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“Sometimes I like to think the people who die go on living without really knowing they’ve died. Isn’t that a peaceful thought? That those we’ve lost are just out there, living and loving, happy and at peace. That they don’t know anything happened to them. That they exist in a reality that is exactly what they hoped for.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“There are poisons that blind you, and poisons that open your eyes.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“evident”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“I told you it was silly.” I glance down, tucking a piece of hair behind my ear.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“silly.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“This is what being a homeowner feels like, I guess. A load of pressure, a load of work, and a small amount of pride.”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock

“We can see it another time.” She takes a sip of her soda and leans forward. “Listen, I love you. And I always want to spend time with you, but I haven’t seen you smile the way he makes you smile in over a year. So, I say embrace it. Even if you have to pretend it’s fake.” She rolls her eyes, her to-die-for lashes brushing her brows. Kassara’s the only one I’ve told the truth to about Tucker and me. Not that anyone else cares enough to ask. “We aren’t pretending. It is fake.” She purses her lips, tapping a finger in the air. “The blush on those cheeks ain’t fake.” I stick out my tongue. “Whatever.” “I’m just saying, it’s good that he’s here, you know? Whatever it is, he makes you”
― Kiersten Modglin, Hemlock