“For some parents, having children meant full absolution from any future mistakes. My father wouldn't permit himself to be wrong. He shifted the blame of misplaced scissors, rising interest rates, and iceless ice cube trays all unto Riegel and me.” — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“My mother had once told Riegel and me this story about a friend of hers who lived in Newport. "Poor Celia," she'd said. "She… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“The idea of getting high on someone else's dime sounded like the right and necessary medicine.” — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“I was surprised," I said, "to find someone here with you. I'd rather you existed only when I was around.” — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“To be with someone who is stronger than you. To have him relinquish his strength.” — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“Even in all that darkness I could see her beauty. Still, I couldn't claim it for myself. Instead, I decided to hurt her. "You… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“I rushed off to Whitehall and assumed Aidan would head back to Astor. But when I turned around briefly, I saw Aidan uncoiling her… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“...up until that point, I'd thought that whatever existed between Cal and me was separate and distinct from the rest of the world. It… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
It's a silly thing, but I like to understand people through their obsessions. — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“I'd used the word "beautiful" to describe another boy. I knew how it must have sounded to her. I also knew that it was… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
“As much as she admired our ancestors' wealth, it bothered Mom that Riegel was so consumed by making money. "Your brother knows the price… — Amber Dermont Copy Share Image
