Gaze Quote by Jeaniene Frost
““I can give you honesty, monogamy, and more passion than you can stand, but not love. That emotion died in me long ago, as I suspect you already know.” I took a deep breath, fighting a twinge that made no sense because he was right. I had guessed that about him. “Good,” I replied in a steady voice. “I was worried that you’d turn into one of those obsessed, emo movie vampires, and that would be embarrassing for both of us.” His laughter rang out before changing into something rougher and infinitely more sensual. Emerald overtook his gaze once again. “Enough talk,” he muttered, and lowered his head.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Darkfever, 2007
The speaker offers honesty and excitement but admits love is absent, highlighting a transactional view of intimacy.
In simple terms: Honesty and excitement lack love.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper connection beyond thrills.
Themes
relationships
honesty
love
transaction
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dating
- sexual relationships
- personal boundaries
Key Concepts
emotional honesty
intimacy
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can honesty replace love?
- What does true intimacy require?
A Different Perspective
Love cannot be substituted by passion alone.
