Darian Carter-Pace

“A tiger doesn't proclaim his tigritude, he pounces”
― Wole Soyinka

“For the first time I realize how perilous peace can be. I appreciate the tightrope that my grandfather has spent his whole life trying to walk. And now, more than ever, I grow terrified that I'm going to make us all fall down.”
― Ally Carter, All Fall Down

“You’re following me,” I say.
“Yes, I am.”
“That’s really annoying.”
“I’m sure it probably feels that way, yes.”
I stop. “I can take care of myself.” Overhead, the gas in the streetlamp surges. It grows brighter, harsher. There are no shadows anywhere as he looks at me.
“That’s exactly what worries me.”
― Ally Carter, All Fall Down

“Keep your chin up. Eventually, you will meet someone who cares about your opinion. I'm so sorry I'm not her.”
― Ally Carter, All Fall Down