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“Clary glanced past him and asked, "Where's Magnus?" "He said it would be better if he didn't come. Apparently he and the Seelie Queen have some kind of history." Isabelle raised her eyebrows. "Not that kind of history," said Alec irritably. "Some kind of feud. Though," he added, half under his…” quote by Cassandra Clare
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“Clary glanced past him and asked, "Where's Magnus?" "He said it would be better if he didn't come. Apparently he and the Seelie Queen have some kind of history." Isabelle raised her eyebrows. "Not that kind of history," said Alec irritably. "Some kind of feud. Though," he added, half under his breath, "the way he got around before me, I woudn't be surprised.”

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: Clockwork Princess, Cassandra Clare, 2013

A hidden past between characters creates tension, hinting at unresolved conflict.

In simple terms: Past secrets cause tension.

Key Takeaway

Watch for hidden histories.

Themes

secrets conflict history relationships

Mood

mysterious intriguing

Type

literary dialogue

When to use this quote

  • romantic intrigue
  • friendship
  • team dynamics
  • storytelling

Key Concepts

character dynamics narrative tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What secrets affect your relationships?
  • How can you resolve lingering feuds?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on past can stall present progress.

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