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“So there's magic? Real magic? It's not just all scientific like David says?" Tamani rolled his eyes. "David again?" Laurel bristled. "He's my friend. My best friend." "Not your boyfriend?" "No. I mean...no." Tamani stared at her for several seconds. "So the position's still open?" Laurel rolled…” quote by Aprilynne Pike
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““So there's magic? Real magic? It's not just all scientific like David says?" Tamani rolled his eyes. "David again?" Laurel bristled. "He's my friend. My best friend." "Not your boyfriend?" "No. I mean...no." Tamani stared at her for several seconds. "So the position's still open?" Laurel rolled her eyes. "We are so not having this conversation.””

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Source Novel: The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken, 2012

A character questions whether extraordinary abilities are truly magical or merely misunderstood science.

In simple terms: Wondering if magic is just science in disguise.

Key Takeaway

Explore the line between wonder and explanation.

Themes

curiosity science magic

Mood

thoughtful conflicted

Type

dialogue character

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • conflict
  • exploration
  • identity

Key Concepts

skepticism belief knowledge

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you trust intuition over evidence?
  • How does belief shape relationships?
A Different Perspective

Magic may be a metaphor, not a literal solution.

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