Quote by Cassandra Clare

If you love someone, you're not supposed to want them to come back. Better a peaceful sleep in the earth than the life of a zombie--not really dead but not really alive, either.

If you love someone, you're not supposed to want them to com

Summary

This quote suggests that true love means wanting the best for someone, even if it means letting go. It implies that if you genuinely care for someone, you wouldn't wish for them to return to a situation that brings them unhappiness or emptiness. The comparison to a zombie serves as a metaphor, emphasizing that a life without purpose or joy is not desirable. Instead, the quote implies that it's better to let go and find inner peace, even if it means accepting their absence.

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Death Love Zombies

By Cassandra Clare

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