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Adore Quote by Catherynne M. Valente

“How I adore you, Marya. How well I chose. Scold me; deny me. Tell me you want what you want and damn me forever. But don’t leave me.” quote by Catherynne M. Valente
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““How I adore you, Marya. How well I chose. Scold me; deny me. Tell me you want what you want and damn me forever. But don’t leave me.””

Catherynne M. Valente

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making, 2011

Intense love leads to pleading for togetherness despite fear of abandonment.

In simple terms: Deep love wants to stay forever.

Key Takeaway

Communicate openly about fears and desires.

Themes

love commitment vulnerability

Mood

passionate intense

Type

romantic dramatic

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • long‑distance love
  • creative collaborations
  • personal crises

Key Concepts

passion dependency trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries protect love?
  • How to balance desire and autonomy?
A Different Perspective

Intense love can become possessive.

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