Chiara

“He wanted to make her laugh. He wanted to hold her hand. He wanted to bring her tea and walk with her through the seasons. He wanted to watch her conquer the earth.”
― Tahereh Mafi, All This Twisted Glory

“I’ve been waiting,” said Cyrus, “for this to be over.”
A spark of approval animated Rostam’s eyes. “And where have you waited, little one?”
Quietly, he said, “In the future.”
“Three hours of your life, lost.”
― Tahereh Mafi, All This Twisted Glory

“It occurred to him then, with a vague panic, that he'd follow her off a cliff if she were the one to lead him there.”
― Tahereh Mafi, All This Twisted Glory

“You really do love her?"
Cyrus said nothing. He didn't need to.”
― Tahereh Mafi, All This Twisted Glory