Attolia Quote by Megan Whalen Turner
“Relius looked away. "He said that you...cried," he said softly. "But not that he cried as well," said the queen, amused at the memory. "We were very lachrymose... would you like to hear more romance of the evening? He told me the Guard should be reduced by half, and I threw an ink jar at his head." "Is that when he cried?" "He ducked," said Attolia dryly. "I had not pictured you for a fishwife." "Lo, the transforming power of love.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thief, by Megan Whalen Turner, 1996
A queen playfully teases a lover about shared sorrow, then shifts to a romantic, whimsical scene, highlighting love’s transformative and absurd nature.
In simple terms: Love can be both tender and absurd, changing how we see each other.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s unexpected twists.
Themes
romance
humor
power dynamics
transformation
absurdity
Mood
playful
reflective
lighthearted
Type
dialogue
narrative
character interaction
When to use this quote
- royal court
- intimate confession
- comic relief
Key Concepts
court intrigue
emotional vulnerability
symbolic gestures
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor affect emotional intimacy?
- When does absurdity reveal deeper truth?
A Different Perspective
Love’s power may be overstated in chaotic moments.
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