Gaze Quote by Lori Foster
““But when we go in, watch where you step.” “Why?” Taking her arm, he started for the entrance, again surveying the area all around them. “You have land mines hidden around?” Priss ignored him. “It’s this way.” She took the lead, steering him toward the side entrance. Nearby police sirens screamed, competing with music from the bar next door. “I’m on the second floor.” They passed a hooker fondling a man against the brisk facing of the building. Priss stepped over and around a broken bottle. Tires squealed and someone shouted profanities. Distaste left a sour expression on Trace’s face. “This dive needs to be condemned.” “Maybe, but it’s shady enough that no one asked me any questions when I checked in.” “It’s also shady enough that you could get mugged, raped or murdered in the damned lot and no one would notice.” Priss shook her head. “I’m not worried about that.” They went up the metal stairs, precariously attached to the structure. After muttering a rude sound, Trace said, “There’s a lot you should be worried about, but aren’t.””
About This Quote
The passage describes a tense, dangerous urban setting where characters navigate hazards, emphasizing caution and the ever-present threat of violence.
In simple terms: They move carefully through a risky environment, aware of hidden dangers.
Key Takeaway
Stay alert and trust instincts in unsafe places.
Themes
danger
urban life
trust
caution
Mood
tense
alert
Type
dramatic
cautionary
When to use this quote
- nighttime city navigation
- conflict zones
- high crime areas
Key Concepts
risk assessment
survival
environmental awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What precautions would you take in similar settings?
- How can you help improve safety in such areas?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may dramatize danger, overlooking safer alternatives or community support.
