Kissed Quote by Loretta Chase
““Jessica frowned at her. “It was very difficult to keep a straight face—but that wasn’t the hardest part. The hardest part was—” She let out a sigh. “Oh, Genevieve. He was so adorable. I wanted to kiss him. Right on his big, beautiful nose. And then everywhere else. It was so frustrating. I had made up my mind not to lose my temper, but I did. And so I beat him and beat him until he kissed me. And then I kept on beating him until he did it properly. And I had better tell you, mortifying as it is to admit, that if we had not been struck by lightning—or very nearly—I should be utterly ruined. Against a lamppost. On the Rue de Provence. And the horrible part is”—she groaned—“I wish I had been.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Loved the Moon by Loretta Chase, 2023
The narrator describes a conflicted desire for affection, frustration, and a violent impulse, revealing inner turmoil and a longing for connection.
In simple terms: Desire and frustration lead to violent thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and manage intense emotions.
Themes
desire
frustration
violence
longing
inner conflict
Mood
conflicted
intense
reflective
Type
advice
cautionary
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- self‑control
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your intense urges?
- How can you channel desire healthily?
A Different Perspective
Violent impulses can cause harm and regret.
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