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Rosemary and Guy Woodhouse had signed a lease on a…

“Rosemary and Guy Woodhouse had signed a lease on a five-room apartment in a geometric white house on First Avenue when they received word, from a woman named Mrs. Cortez, that a four-room apartment in the Bramford had become available.” quote by Ira Levin
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“Rosemary and Guy Woodhouse had signed a lease on a five-room apartment in a geometric white house on First Avenue when they received word, from a woman named Mrs. Cortez, that a four-room apartment in the Bramford had become available.”

Ira Levin

About This Quote

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

A couple faces a tempting but risky housing opportunity that may affect their future.

In simple terms: Choosing a new home brings hidden consequences.

Key Takeaway

Weigh pros and cons carefully.

Themes

choice risk housing family decision making

Mood

suspenseful thoughtful

Type

narrative thematic

When to use this quote

  • moving house
  • signing lease
  • urban living

Key Concepts

opportunity uncertainty consequences

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden costs might a new home bring?
  • How do we evaluate unknown risks?
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