Full moon Quote by Ken Follett
““might spook Harald and cause him to flee. She had to visit in person. This would be even more risky. Morlunde was a town, but on the small island of Sande every resident knew all the others. She could only hope that islanders might take her for a holidaymaker, and not look too closely. She had no better option. The full moon was five days away. She made her way to the harbour, carrying her small suitcase, and boarded the ferry. At the top of the gangway stood a German soldier and a Danish policeman. She showed her papers in the name of Agnes Ricks. The documents had already passed three inspections, but nevertheless she suffered a shiver of fear as she offered the forgeries to the two uniformed men. The policeman studied her identity card.””
About This Quote
A woman risks exposure by traveling to a small, close‑knit island under a false identity, hoping locals will accept her as a tourist.
In simple terms: She pretends to be a holidaymaker to avoid suspicion.
Key Takeaway
Use caution and plan for contingencies when deception is necessary.
Themes
risk
deception
identity
community
travel
Mood
anxious
tense
Type
narrative
historical
dramatic
When to use this quote
- espionage
- wartime travel
- disguise
Key Concepts
social engineering
trust
survival
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards could she have used?
- How does community familiarity affect covert actions?
A Different Perspective
She may be caught if locals recognize inconsistencies.
