Frightened Quote by Kate Chisman
““In the dark behind the glare of the television, like a mannequin behind it, I could see a silhouette and it wasn’t moving. It was maybe six foot high with its shoulders hunched and I blinked to make sure it was real. The TV fuzzed grey and white and black and I had a lump in my throat that I couldn’t swallow away. “Rory” I whispered. Clawing out gently beneath the duvet cover, reaching for his hand. But I couldn’t find it. And he didn’t answer.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown (likely contemporary horror/psychological fiction)
A haunting scene where the narrator perceives a ghostly figure behind a TV, evoking fear and longing for a lost loved one.
In simple terms: A spooky vision behind a TV triggers grief and desperation.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge grief and seek help.
Themes
fear
loss
the supernatural
loneliness
Mood
uneasy
somber
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- nighttime anxiety
- watching TV
- dealing with loss
- seeking connection
Key Concepts
psychology
paranormal perception
mourning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the silhouette represent?
- How does media influence our perception of reality?
A Different Perspective
The description may be metaphorical, not literal.
![“Rory stood up with some difficulty, the chair still tied to him. He leaned over me [Maria] and managed to pull my ropes free. Then he turned to Dr Bloom. 'We're escaping,' he said. 'Goodbye.' Chair still tied to his back, he ran with me from the room. I take it all back. Rory is just wonderful.” quote by James Goss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/685/james-goss-19280_doctor-who_rory-stood-up-with-some-difficulty-the-c_731112.jpg)
![“Rory, Rory, Rory - was it your idea to get The Sea to cure me?' [said the Doctor.] 'Yes,' said Rory, smiling. 'That was brilliant.' The Doctor beamed, then his face fell. '-ly awful.” quote by James Goss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/090/james-goss-19280_doctor-who_rory-rory-rory-was-it-your-idea-to-get-t_658896.jpg)
![“How are you, Rory?' [the Doctor] asked. I [Rory]... answered him. 'It's been odd being you.' 'Isn't it?' The Doctor's smile didn't quite reach his eyes. 'How do you cope?' 'Ah...' The Doctor picked away at a scrap of loose paint on the door. 'Well, I just get as close as I can to a happy ending…” quote by James Goss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e52/james-goss-19280_amy-pond_how-are-you-rory-the-doctor-asked-i-rory_35737.jpg)
![“He [the Doctor] groaned. 'Why does it always have to be me?' 'Mr Rory is ill. You're the next best thing,' I [Maria] said simply. 'Thank you,' he muttered. He didn't sound very pleased at all at that.” quote by James Goss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/212/james-goss-19280_doctor-who_he-the-doctor-groaned-why-does-it-always_2718725.jpg)
