Quote by Jodi Picoult

If she spoke, she would tell him the truth: she was not okay at all, but horribly empty, now that she knew what it was like to be filled.

If she spoke, she would tell him the truth: she was not okay

Summary

This quote highlights the internal struggle of a character who is pretending to be fine while actually feeling hollow inside. The character is aware of the emotional void they are experiencing after having a fulfilling experience or becoming aware of what it means to be emotionally satisfied. It signifies the contrast between their current state of emptiness and the previous satisfaction they had, suggesting that they may be longing for that feeling again.

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