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Last night Quote by Jayne Ann Krentz

“Piece of cake.“ Brandon’s grin had a certain very familiar male cockiness about it. “Dad says this time around I was his sucker punch.“ His grin faded slightly and his expression grew more serious as he continued. “But when we realized you were in danger, Dad went wild. I doubt if any car, even…” quote by Jayne Ann Krentz
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““Piece of cake.“ Brandon’s grin had a certain very familiar male cockiness about it. “Dad says this time around I was his sucker punch.“ His grin faded slightly and his expression grew more serious as he continued. “But when we realized you were in danger, Dad went wild. I doubt if any car, even that old ‘vette Dad used to drive, ever made the kind of time on River Road your Buick made last night. Dad really is a hell of a driver, isn’t he?””

Jayne Ann Krentz

About This Quote

Source Novel: "The Road to River Road", 2018

A character reflects on a father's reckless driving, mixing bravado with concern for safety.

In simple terms: Father drives dangerously but cares for family.

Key Takeaway

Balance confidence with caution on the road.

Themes

family risk confidence driving relationships

Mood

tense reflective

Type

fiction character

When to use this quote

  • road trips
  • night drives
  • family outings
  • emergency situations

Key Concepts

risk assessment family dynamics masculine bravado

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives the father's bravado?
  • How can families address risky behavior?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence can endanger loved ones.

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