Empty space Quote by Alice Alfonsi
““Honesty," she announced. Her slightly shaky voice echoed through the dark assembly hall. the single word and the long silence after it made the students in the audience sit up a little straighter in their seats. Then Gabriella began to recite: "I see you there in front of me- Your face, your hands, your eyes. I hear you talk, I hear you tell Your hopes, your dreams, your lies. I walked with you, a sunlit trail, Together hand in hand. Then twilight came, and you were gone, And now alone I stand. The woods are cold, the trees are black, The dark is closing in. And you have gone away from me, Your faultless light has dimmed. Betrayal is an empty space, Raw night, cold room, alone. And no one can redeem your face, Sweet knight, safe light, you're gone." ””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Untitled manuscript by Alice Alfonsi, 2023
The speaker confronts betrayal, expressing loss and loneliness while reflecting on shared memories and the void left behind.
In simple terms: Betrayal creates emptiness and sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge loss, seek healing.
Themes
betrayal
loss
loneliness
memory
grief
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
poetic
dramatic
When to use this quote
- personal confession
- literary monologue
- theatrical reading
Key Concepts
existential
emotional
narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- How does confronting betrayal change your sense of self?
- What steps can restore hope after loss?
