Cardan Quote by Holly Black
““The curse is broken. The king is returned." He's every bit as terrifying as any serpent. I don't care. I run into his arms. Cardan's fingers dig into my back. He's trembling, and whether it is from ebbing magic or horror, I am not sure. But he holds me as though I am the only solid thing in the world.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Part of the Forest, 2015
A cursed king returns, terrifying yet comforting; the narrator feels safe in his arms despite fear.
In simple terms: Fearful yet safe with the cursed king.
Key Takeaway
Find comfort in unexpected places.
Themes
curses
fear
comfort
trust
Mood
intense
romantic
Type
mythic
psychological
When to use this quote
- reading
- therapy
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
mythology
psychology
relationships
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we seek safety in dangerous figures?
- How does fear coexist with trust?
A Different Perspective
Comfort can be illusionary.
