Skip to content

The curse is broken. The king is returned." He's every bit…

“The curse is broken. The king is returned." He's every bit as terrifying as any serpent. I don't care. I run into his arms. Cardan's fingers dig into my back. He's trembling, and whether it is from ebbing magic or horror, I am not sure. But he holds me as though I am the only solid thing in the…” quote by Holly Black
Download Open image
““The curse is broken. The king is returned." He's every bit as terrifying as any serpent. I don't care. I run into his arms. Cardan's fingers dig into my back. He's trembling, and whether it is from ebbing magic or horror, I am not sure. But he holds me as though I am the only solid thing in the world.””

Holly Black

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A cursed king returns, terrifying yet comforting; the narrator feels safe in his arms despite fear.

In simple terms: Fearful yet safe with the cursed king.

Key Takeaway

Find comfort in unexpected places.

Themes

curses fear comfort trust

Mood

intense romantic

Type

mythic psychological

When to use this quote

  • reading
  • therapy
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

mythology psychology relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we seek safety in dangerous figures?
  • How does fear coexist with trust?
A Different Perspective

Comfort can be illusionary.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Holly Black

Explore all 666 Holly Black quotes

More Cardan quotes

Browse all 92 Cardan quotes