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Irony Quote by Katherine Addison

“Maia screamed and woke. 'Serenity?' Cala's voice, Cala's angular shape outlined against the window. ' 'Tis an ironic title, in sooth,' Maia said feebly, realizing that the entangling garments of the nightmare were merely his bedsheets. His heart was hammering, and he was clammy with sweat.” quote by Katherine Addison
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““Maia screamed and woke. 'Serenity?' Cala's voice, Cala's angular shape outlined against the window. ' 'Tis an ironic title, in sooth,' Maia said feebly, realizing that the entangling garments of the nightmare were merely his bedsheets. His heart was hammering, and he was clammy with sweat.””

Katherine Addison

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison, 2014

A character reflects on a surreal, dream‑like scene, noticing irony and fear in a nightmarish environment.

In simple terms: Nightmare feels ironic and terrifying.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge fear and seek clarity.

Themes

dreams irony fear

Mood

reflective uneasy

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • nightmare analysis
  • literary critique
  • personal introspection
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

psychology surrealism self‑awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the irony reveal?
  • How does fear affect perception?
A Different Perspective

The passage may be overly ornate.

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