
Island of the World: A Novel

He senses that it is important for boys not to be captured by mothers, even by a mother as fine as this.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
Josipa is among them.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
It is impossible to know where they will strike next.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
Fear comes from the unknown. We find consolation in patterns, but ultimately, the future is unknown.
“The light has entered the prison. Nothing can keep it out.” “If there is no window, the light cannot enter.” “If there is no window, the light enters within you.”
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
though they are continuously speaking with the eyes of the swallows.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
Cute, the swallow keeps on giving
These remain always under the teacher’s desk and are unpacked and displayed only for the inspector’s annual visit.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
Forced opression rarely works
Who?
The heart is often torn by conflicting loyalties.
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
too heavy for her to carry.”
Michael D. O'Brien • Island of the World: A Novel
Dad being a wingman 😆