‎I have always been fascinated by the ocean, to dip a limb beneath its surface and know that I'm touching eternity, that it goes on forever until it begins here again.

I wonder what it’s like for her, looking so much like a dead girl.

I was born into a world that was already dying; I belong to it.

We are stronger than we've credited ourselves to be. We have been the victims and the witnesses. We have said a lifetime of good-byes.

Don't you miss it?" I say. "Being free." He laughs.

The months fall to shards at my feet.

I can hear my brother's voice in my head. Your problem is that you're too emotional. But how can I not be emotional, Rowan? How can I not care?