Dana

“Sorrow. Anger. An expanse of emptiness that takes form as a separate entity living inside of you. It digs, takes root, and dwells there. And somehow, you know that even if it worms its way out, there will be no relief. If it leaves, there will be nothing left but charred remains, like the inside of a house torched by fire.”
― Ruta Sepetys, I Must Betray You

“You’re wrong. They steal our power by making us believe we don’t have any. They’re controlling us through our own fear.”
― Ruta Sepetys, I Must Betray You

“What is the cost of self-worth?”
― Ruta Sepetys, I Must Betray You

“It's all my fault. He was trying to save me."
"No. We're all trying to save our country," said Alex. Every one of us. And if you haven't noticed, the young people have been the bravest. No regrets in bravery.”
― Ruta Sepetys, I Must Betray You