Asked Quote by Jay Asher
“I repeat his words in my head. What's going on? What's going on? Oh, well, since you asked, I got a bunch of tapes in the mail today from a girl who killed herself. Apparently, I had something to do with it. I'm not sure what that is, so I was wondering if I could borrow your Walkman to find out. 'Not much,' I say.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Thirteen Reasons Why” (excerpt), 2007, United States
Narrator seeks answers about a tragic event, requesting a Walkman to investigate tapes left by a deceased girl.
In simple terms: Seeking truth about a death via tapes.
Key Takeaway
Investigate to understand tragedy.
Themes
mystery
grief
investigation
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- forensic inquiry
- mental health awareness
- friendship support
Key Concepts
memory
truth
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we respect privacy while seeking truth?
- What role does media play in grief?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize intrusive investigation.
