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“Richard made a break for it. 'Sorry,' he said to the stunned guard, as he yanked his arm out of the man's grip, and fled. 'Wrong London.'” quote by Neil Gaiman
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““Richard made a break for it. 'Sorry,' he said to the stunned guard, as he yanked his arm out of the man's grip, and fled. 'Wrong London.' ””

Neil Gaiman

About This Quote

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

The character escapes a guard, apologizing, and remarks that the location is “Wrong London,” implying confusion or misplacement.

In simple terms: He flees, apologizes, then notes being in the wrong city.

Key Takeaway

Stay aware of surroundings.

Themes

escape confusion mistake

Mood

tense confused

Type

narrative dramatic

When to use this quote

  • chase scenes
  • mistaken identity
  • travel
  • disorientation

Key Concepts

narrative urban setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why does the character think he’s in the wrong place?
  • What does the apology reveal about his character?
A Different Perspective

The phrase “Wrong London” may be unclear without context.

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