Friendship Quote by Jennifer L. Armentrout
““In a couple of weeks I'd be starting a new school, and I knew Dee would be surrounded by friends -friends that Daemon probably approved of, which wasn't me, because he obviously thought I was a crack dealer.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Minds, 2012
The narrator anticipates a new school environment where a friend will be accepted by peers, while feeling excluded due to a misunderstood reputation.
In simple terms: Feeling left out because of a bad label.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic connections despite rumors.
Themes
identity
belonging
misunderstanding
friendship
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
narrative
conversational
When to use this quote
- starting school
- making new friends
- dealing with rumors
- building trust
Key Concepts
social stigma
peer acceptance
self‑perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do labels affect your relationships?
- Can you change others' perceptions?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes the narrator's view of the friend is accurate, which may not reflect reality.
