We woke as if from a nightmare only to find that the ugly are still not beautiful and the dull still do not sparkle

We woke as if from a nightmare only to find that the ugly are still not beautiful and the dull still do not sparkle

In the world of Jennifer Donnelly's novels, the characters often find themselves waking up from a nightmare only to realize that the harsh realities of life have not changed. The quote, "We woke as if from a nightmare only to find that the ugly are still not beautiful and the dull still do not sparkle," perfectly encapsulates the themes of beauty, ugliness, and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that can be cruel and unforgiving.