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Christopher Quote by Lisa Kleypas

“Christopher felt a smile -his first genuine smile in a long time- pulling at his lips. "Does Miss Hathaway have many suitors?" "Oh, yes. But none of them want to marry her." "Why is that, do you imagine?" "They don't want to get shot," the child said, shrugging. "Pardon?" Christopher's brows…” quote by Lisa Kleypas
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““Christopher felt a smile -his first genuine smile in a long time- pulling at his lips. "Does Miss Hathaway have many suitors?" "Oh, yes. But none of them want to marry her." "Why is that, do you imagine?" "They don't want to get shot," the child said, shrugging. "Pardon?" Christopher's brows lifted. "Before you marry, you have to get shot by an arrow and fall in love," the boy explained.””

Lisa Kleypas

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas, 2015

A child explains that love requires taking a risk, likening marriage to being shot by an arrow, suggesting that true affection involves vulnerability.

In simple terms: Love needs risk and vulnerability.

Key Takeaway

Embrace risk to find love.

Themes

love risk vulnerability growth

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

narrative romantic

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • first love
  • personal growth
  • overcoming fear

Key Concepts

romance psychology metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you willing to risk pain for love?
  • How does vulnerability strengthen relationships?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to heartbreak if not managed.

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