Bondage Quote by Megan Whalen Turner
““It might have been preferable," Eddis admitted, dryly, "if you had thrown off your chains of bondage solely for love of me. It would certainly have been more flattering." Standing so near to him, she was looking up into his face and watching it closely. "I am willing to accept, however, that we are real people, not characters in a play. We do not, all of us, need to be throwing inkwells. If we are compatible with one another, is that not sufficient?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thief, by Megan Whalen Turner, 1996
The speaker questions whether love should be based on personal desire or genuine compatibility, emphasizing authentic human connection over performative roles.
In simple terms: Love should be real, not just for show.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine compatibility.
Themes
love
authenticity
relationships
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- romantic partnership
- friendship
- collaboration
- teamwork
Key Concepts
human connection
personal freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true compatibility?
- How do we avoid treating relationships as performances?
A Different Perspective
Real connections require effort beyond initial attraction.
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