The way Emily describes it: when I meet someone I love, I become an octopus and wind my tentacles around their heart, tighter and tighter until they can't deny they love me just the same.
-- Hazel as the Narrator (chapter 1)

Importance: Hazel tells readers this when she describes how she and Emily became friends. The quote shows what it takes for relationships to work. Both parties have to let the other into their heart.

You have different values
-- Emily (chapter 2)

Importance: Emily says this to Josh when she talks to him about his relationship with Tabby at the barbecue. The quote shows the importance of shared values in a successful relatiionship.

I learned a very important thing that day: my mom would never try to change for a man, and I wouldn't either.
-- Hazel as the Narrator (chapter 3)

Importance: Hazel tells readers this as she talks about her parents' relationship. The quote reveals why it takes such a long time for Hazel and Josh to...