Accidents Quote by Kevin Hearne
“Granuaile looked terminally depressed when she emerged from the bathroom with raven hair and, as a result rather Goth by accident. She didn't want to get her picture taken. "Aughh!" she said miserably, looking in the vanity mirror in the truck of the cab and fingering a wavy curl near her temple. "This sucks more than anything has ever sucked before. You know what we look like? A couple of emo douche bags." "Well, look at the bright side, Granuaile. Emo Douche Bags would be a great band name." [That's brilliant! It's already the unofficial name of more bands than I can count.]”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mercy Thompson series, The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, 2016
Granuaile feels deep self‑consciousness about her appearance, seeing herself as an outsider and fearing judgment.
In simple terms: She feels ugly and judged.
Key Takeaway
Accept imperfections and find humor.
Themes
self‑esteem
identity
appearance
humor
Mood
embarrassed
wry
reflective
Type
personal
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- high school parties
- photo shoots
- first dates
- online profiles
Key Concepts
social anxiety
self‑image
peer perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor change your view of self?
- What steps can reduce appearance anxiety?
A Different Perspective
Self‑criticism can block confidence and social connection.
