Witch Quote by Karen Maitland
““She’s one of the fay folk; half of her is a woman, but she has the legs of a goat, except no one ever sees those for she hides them under her robes. She sleeps deep in the black pool while it’s day, but at witch-light she rises in robes green as pond weed, glowing in the dark with her silver hair trailing behind her. She’s so beautiful any man who glimpses her can’t take his eyes off her. but that’s just her witchery for inside she’s really a withered old crone with a heart as black as a marsh pool.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Witch's Daughter by Karen Maitland, 1997
A beautiful, magical woman appears alluring but hides a cruel, decayed inner nature.
In simple terms: Looks can deceive; inner darkness may lurk.
Key Takeaway
Beware superficial charm.
Themes
deception
appearance
inner darkness
witchery
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
cautionary
literary
When to use this quote
- romantic encounters
- first impressions
- trust decisions
- relationship judgments
Key Concepts
dual nature
illusion
corruption
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs reveal true character beyond appearance?
- How do we balance admiration with caution?
A Different Perspective
Her magical allure may be a protective façade, not genuine kindness.
