“Now, when I look into his eyes, I don't see death - but eternity. For the first time in my life, I am looking into someone's gaze and realizing that not only do I understand what's in his eyes...he understands… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“Love. Such a sweet, simple word. A word I've been searching for my entire life - but especially since I met Eio - and… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“Because, well, you're not immortal anymore. At least as far as we know; just because you can bleed doesn't mean you'll grow old and… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“The woman may be a biomedical engineer, but I begin to think that she is a certifiable idiot.” — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“Do you know the Ai'oan word for heart? he asks. I shake my head. "It's py'a." We're so close, his whisper is right in… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“You think that nothing matters as long as you're together, that nothing can harm you two or come between you because you're somehow protected… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“A name is a powerful thing. It sets one apart and gives significance.” — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“No one should live forever," I whisper. "Isn't that how it goes? There must be a balance. No birth without death. No life without… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“They all seem infected with a vivaciousness that isn't common in our compound, and there are more smiles on their faces than I've ever… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“Beauty and death, so closely knit together. This seems to be the central theme of my life.” — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“Maybe reason is neater and more orderly, but nonsense is freeing.” — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“As we walk, he begins telling me all the names of the plants we pass. I already know their names, but I don't tell… — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
“I want someone who will look into my eyes and understand everything behind them. -Pia” — Jessica Khoury Copy Share Image
