Knight of Ocean Avenue Quotes

“Shaz held the stuffed cat against his chest. “That’s why he’s so ratty. He’s soaked up gallons of tears and survived pounds of frustration. I keep him close by to remind me not to live for others’ opinions. To find the good in my life and value it.”
― Tara Lain, Knight of Ocean Avenue

“Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven.”
― Tara Lain, Knight of Ocean Avenue

“Billy took a breath, and it caught and trembled out of his chest. “Oh God, I am gay. I am.” He wanted to laugh. He wanted to cry. Shaz’s soft high voice sounded muffled against his chest. “Yes, dear. I think you are.”
― Tara Lain, Knight of Ocean Avenue

“shoving lube into his own hole. As Billy struggled”
― Tara Lain, Knight of Ocean Avenue