Creeps Quote by Jeff Lindsay
““Gimme the fucking creeps,” Doakes grumbled. I began to appreciate the man's finer qualities. Of course I gave him the fucking creeps. The only real question was why he was the only one in a room filled with cops who had the insight to get the fucking creeps from my presence.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Outsider, 2018
A character feels both repelled and fascinated, revealing how fear and curiosity can coexist toward another person
In simple terms: Fear and fascination can coexist
Key Takeaway
Recognize mixed emotions toward others
Themes
psychology
fear
curiosity
Mood
uneasy
intrigued
Type
literary
character study
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- law enforcement interactions
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
human nature
emotional complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “creeps” feeling reveal about the speaker?
- How can curiosity temper fear?
A Different Perspective
Mixed feelings may mask deeper motives
