How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
When my mother was my age, she was just about to have me after I'd spent nine long months growing inside of her. Now it's my turn. I am going to birth myself. I am going to be a better mother to me than she ever was. I am going to stay faithful and stand up for myself. (5.4.37)
By the end of the book, Vera realizes that she doesn't just have a duty to Charlie, she has a duty to herself. She needs to take care of herself and make sure that she gets what she deserves. No one else is going to do that for her.