“Because I was dying.  And Warner could’ve let me die. He was angry and hurt and had every reason to be bitter. I’d just ripped his heart out; I’d let him believe something would come of our relationship. I let him confess the depth of his feelings to me; I let him touch me in ways even Adam hadn't. I didn't ask him to stop.  Every inch of me was saying yes.  And then I took it all back. Because I was scared, and confused, and conflicted. Because of Adam.  Warner told me he loved me, and in return I insulted him and lied to him and yelled at him and pushed him away. And when he had the chance to stand back and watch me die, he didn’t.  He found a way to save my life.  With no demands. No expectations. Believing full well that I was in love with someone else, and that saving my life meant making me whole again only to give me back to another guy.  And right now, I can’t say I know what Adam would do if I were dying in front of him. I’m not sure if he would save my life. And that uncertainty alone makes me certain that something wasn't right between us.”

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About Tahereh Mafi

Iranian-American author based in Santa Monica, California

Tahereh Mafi is an Iranian-American author based in Santa Monica, California. She writes young adult fiction and is known for works in that genre. Her books have made her a familiar name in contemporary YA writing, with a style and audience centered on young adult storytelling. On this site, 93 quotes are attributed to her.

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Shatter Me

2019

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Unravel me

2018

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Ignite Me

2014

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Restore me

2019

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Defy Me (Shatter Me)

2019

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