Bernadette Thought Quote by Lynn Turner
““She would remember that voice as long as she lived, Bernadette thought. It was low and slightly harsh, as if he was hoarse from yelling at the top of his lungs all day. Yet there was a deep resonance to it, as well. It seemed to come from the soles of his feet, rumbling up through that long, tough-looking body and somehow being muted by the time it reached his throat. No, she revised the whimsical reflection; not muted, but tamed a little, civilised for the benefit of those who might hear it.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Voice” by Lynn Turner, 2015
A voice can convey both harshness and deep resonance, reflecting inner strength tempered by social civility.
In simple terms: A voice shows strength and restraint.
Key Takeaway
Listen for both power and restraint in expression.
Themes
voice
character
inner strength
Mood
introspective
poetic
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- narrative description
- character analysis
- dialogue writing
Key Concepts
literature
sound symbolism
social conditioning
Questions to Reflect On
- How does voice shape our perception of character?
- When does restraint become suppression?
A Different Perspective
The description may romanticize or overinterpret natural speech patterns.
