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“I guess it's always romantic when two people fall in love… Even if it turns out not to be real.” quote by Jennifer Egan
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“I guess it's always romantic when two people fall in love… Even if it turns out not to be real.”

Jennifer Egan

About This Quote

Source Novel: "A Visit from the Goon Squad", 2010

Romantic love is often idealized, yet it may be fleeting or illusory, highlighting the tension between desire and reality.

In simple terms: Love can be an illusion.

Key Takeaway

Cherish genuine connection.

Themes

romance illusion reality

Mood

nostalgic reflective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • storytelling
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

psychology relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes love feel real?
  • How do you differentiate fantasy from truth?
A Different Perspective

Idealization can lead to disappointment.

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