Said Kate Quote by Dorothy Dunnett
““My dear, my dear,’ said Kate, but to herself. ‘I would give you my soul in a blackberry pie; and a knife to cut it with.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: King Here, the , by Dorothy Dunnett, 1978
A speaker expresses deep affection, offering a symbolic gift of soul in a pie, showing love’s willingness to give everything.
In simple terms: Loves deeply, offers all.
Embrace love fully.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- romantic confession
- poetic expression
- intimate dialogue
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you give for love?
- How do metaphors deepen affection?
Love may be idealized, not literal.