Aunt Queen and Lestat discuss the significance of books in their lives, with Lestat expressing a deep connection to literature. He acknowledges that, at times, books have been his sole source of comfort and survival, highlighting their transformative power. Aunt Queen finds it curious that someone so young could feel such desperation, but Lestat responds honestly, asserting that desperation doesn't have an age limit.

He emphasizes that young people often experience profound feelings of longing and hope, and turns to books as a means of escape. For Lestat, reading opens up new worlds and provides solace, suggesting that the experience of diving into a story can be life-saving and essential for understanding one's place in the universe.