Lorraine

“have been running for so long,” Muna said. “I just want to enjoy the feeling of standing still.”
― Lola Akinmade Åkerström, In Every Mirror She's Black

“The trauma she had endured often manifested itself as quiet tears once she was locked in her room, staring at her graveyard of photos.”
― Lola Akinmade Åkerström, In Every Mirror She's Black

“We are in fact all perfectly different, and what makes us different needs to be fully celebrated within society.”
― Lola Akinmade Åkerström, In Every Mirror She's Black

“How much do you want?” Jonny jumped in again, his eyes settling on her, daring her to deny him one more time. This was the side of him that easily used his privilege to bully, Kemi thought. “Whatever it is, we will double it.” “You’re asking me to give up my life here. It’s not a decision I can make lightly between mouthfuls of food,” Kemi said, “no matter how nice the steak.” She held his gaze. “Of course not,” Jonny said. “But I will make that transition easy for you. Besides doubling your current pay, I will take care of everything else. Moving your stuff over, including your car. Getting you signed up for Swedish classes. I will make your move to Stockholm as painless as possible. I guarantee you, Kemi.”
― Lola Akinmade Åkerström, In Every Mirror She's Black