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Minefield Quote by Harlan Coben

“It’s late. I’m tired.” “Are you out of your mind?” “Stop.” “What?” Corinne turned back to him. “You feel it too, don’t you, Adam?” “What are you talking about?” “We’re in a minefield,” she said. “Like someone just dropped us right in the middle of it, and if we move too fast in any direction…” quote by Harlan Coben
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““It’s late. I’m tired.” “Are you out of your mind?” “Stop.” “What?” Corinne turned back to him. “You feel it too, don’t you, Adam?” “What are you talking about?” “We’re in a minefield,” she said. “Like someone just dropped us right in the middle of it, and if we move too fast in any direction, we’re going to step on an explosive and blow this whole thing up.” She looked at him. He looked at her. “I””

Harlan Coben

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Woods by Harlan Coben, 2007

Life feels precarious; missteps can cause disaster; caution is essential.

In simple terms: Life is a minefield requiring careful moves.

Key Takeaway

Proceed with caution and awareness.

Themes

risk caution relationships

Mood

tense reflective

Type

narrative dramatic

When to use this quote

  • high‑stakes negotiations
  • personal conflicts
  • career changes
  • emotional intimacy

Key Concepts

psychology danger decision making

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks are you avoiding that could be beneficial?
  • How do you balance caution with progress?
A Different Perspective

Over‑caution can lead to missed opportunities.

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