Kissing Quote by Meg Rosoff
“The real truth is that the war didn't have much to do with it except that it provided a perfect limbo in which two people who were too young and too related could start kissing without anything or anyone making us stop.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Meg Rosoff, 2014
War creates a chaotic space where forbidden youthful romance can briefly flourish despite societal constraints.
In simple terms: War allows secret love.
Key Takeaway
Seek authentic connections.
Themes
war
forbidden love
youth
Mood
somber
hopeful
Type
narrative
emotional
When to use this quote
- conflict zones
- teen relationships
- family pressure
Key Concepts
Sociology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does conflict shape personal relationships?
- What risks do young lovers face?
A Different Perspective
Such love may be fragile.
![“If the people really knew [the truth] the war would be stopped tomorrow. But of course they don't know and can't know.” quote by David Lloyd George](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6be/david-lloyd-george-9272_courses_if-the-people-really-knew-the-truth-the_1960298.jpg)
