Given a chance Quote by Melina Marchetta
““There it was. Suddenly the strangeness of Quintana of Charyn's face made sense. Because it was a face meant for laughing, but it had never been given a chance. It robbed Phaedra of her breath.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Bone Season, 2013
Describes a face that seems destined for laughter yet never given the chance, causing loss of breath for another.
In simple terms: A laughable face denied its purpose, affecting others.
Key Takeaway
Recognize denied potential in others.
Themes
identity
lost potential
impact
Mood
melancholy
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- character analysis
- mental health counseling
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
literature
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents this face from laughing?
- How does unfulfilled potential affect those around??
A Different Perspective
May romanticize tragedy.
