I like some people so much, their whole way, and being, that I can't say a word for fear of wrecking it. So if you see me standing across the room, not looking, I'm probably in love with you. Damaged, benzo surfer...
This is among a small number of books which stamped themselves onto my psyche indelible and sweet with the pain. If I were thrown to the abyss, an island or even to the dogs, all I'd want is a good sharp knife and a copy of this book, Penguin bound of course. "The lovely creature I would so treasure..."