My tendencies are much more the Henry James thing, where we sit in silence at the table for three minutes, and our whole lives are changed because of a revelation that never quite happens but almost bubbles to the surface. — Claire Messud Copy Share Image
“There was silence at the table now as everyone turned expectantly to look at Avery who was strangely preoccupied with staring at his paella.” — Stacy Gregg Copy Share Image
