Book Quote by Cecily von Ziegesar
“I feel like 'Gossip Girl' isn't really 'Gossip Girl' anymore when they're away at school because they don't go to NYU; they go to, like, Yale and Brown. New York City is just as much a character as anyone else in the books, and I was really sort of reluctant to show them off in their separate college worlds.”
About This Quote
Source Series: Gossip Girl novels by Cecily von Ziegesar, 2002‑2012
The series loses its distinctive New York vibe when characters leave the city for elite colleges, making the setting feel less integral.
In simple terms: Leaving NY makes the story feel less like NY.
Key Takeaway
Consider how setting shapes character identity.
Themes
setting
identity
urban culture
college transition
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
literary
commentary
When to use this quote
- College admissions
- character arcs
- urban storytelling
- fan expectations
Key Concepts
Narrative geography
character development
Questions to Reflect On
- How does setting influence your connection to a story?
- Can a narrative thrive without its iconic locale?
A Different Perspective
The change may alienate fans attached to the original city backdrop.
