Black Quote by Lauren Myracle
““Sarah Lynn strides out of the stairwell. Lawrence watches her go. The door slushes shut behind her, and he turns to me with a tightened jaw. I want to tell him: No, no, you've got it all wrong. I don't care if you kiss a white girl. I don't care if you love a white girl. I just wish you'd chosen a white girl worthy of your love. Lawrence's Adam's apple jerks up and down, and I realize that in addition to whatever else he's feeling, he's scared. He's in love with the darling of the school, Sarah Lynn Lancaster, ad he's afriad I'll expose his secret. I give a tiny shake of my head, wanting him to know he has nothing to fear, not from me.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Secret of the Old Clock” (fictional excerpt), 2021
The narrator confronts a character’s fear of interracial love, urging acceptance and challenging prejudice.
In simple terms: Love should be free of race‑based fear.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open dialogue about love and prejudice.
Themes
prejudice
love
identity
fear
acceptance
Mood
empathetic
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
social
psychological
When to use this quote
- high school romance
- family discussions
- counseling sessions
Key Concepts
interracial relationships
social pressure
personal insecurity
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears underlie his reaction?
- How can we support those confronting prejudice?
A Different Perspective
Narrator’s view may oversimplify deep‑seated biases.
