Gaze Quote by Kim Harrison
““I'd give anything if you'd kiss me." I said. "I mean," I said when he tilted his head to look at me, his eyes wide in shock, "I've kissed guys before. It's like a handshake these days," I lied, just wanting to know what his lips on mind would feel like. "Almost required if you're leaving.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hollows series, 2009
The speaker expresses a desperate desire for intimacy, equating a kiss to a casual, almost obligatory gesture, reflecting vulnerability and yearning for connection.
In simple terms: Desire for a kiss feels urgent and casual.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine connection, not just a fleeting gesture.
Themes
desire
vulnerability
intimacy
yearning
casualness
Mood
longing
conflicted
hopeful
Type
literary
conversational
When to use this quote
- romantic pursuit
- social interaction
- personal confession
Key Concepts
human connection
emotional honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a kiss symbolize for you?
- How does vulnerability affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective
The longing may be rooted in insecurity, making the gesture feel transactional.
