Romance Quote by Loretta Chase
““Bathsheba looked at Benedict. "You never told me they were matchmaking." "He didn't notice!" said his father before Benedict could answer. "He didn't notice handsome young misses of unexceptionable family. He didn't notice beautiful heiresses. We tried bluestockings. We tried country girls. We tried everything. He didn't notice! But Bathsheba Winngate, the most notorious woman in all of England, he noticed." "We notorious women tend to stand out," she said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Notorious Woman, Loretta Chase, 1995
Bathsheba’s reputation makes her stand out, while others go unnoticed; fame can both isolate and attract.
In simple terms: Notoriety draws attention, even when unnoticed.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your uniqueness, but stay grounded.
Themes
society
identity
recognition
love
class
Mood
witty
ironic
contemplative
Type
literary
romantic
When to use this quote
- courtship
- social gatherings
- family expectations
- personal branding
Key Concepts
Social status
gender dynamics
romantic pursuit
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being “notorious” mean to you?
- How can you balance attention with authenticity?
A Different Perspective
Fame can bring unwanted scrutiny.
