Asshole Quote by Michelle Hodkin
““You like me,” he finally said. “You like me, like me.” He was trying not to smile. “No. I hate you,” I said, hoping that saying it would make it so. “And yet, you draw me.” Noah was still smug, completely undeterred by my declaration. This was torture; worse somehow than what just happened, even though it was only the two of us. Or because it was only the two of us. “Why?” he asked. “Why what?” What could I say? Noah, despite you being an asshole, or maybe because of it, I’d like to rip off your clothes and have your babies. Don’t tell.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Girl Who Was Not There” by Michelle Hodkin, 2022
The narrator grapples with conflicted attraction and hostility toward Noah, revealing a twisted blend of desire, resentment, and power dynamics.
In simple terms: Complex mix of hate and attraction.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and untangle mixed emotions.
Themes
desire
conflict
power
psychology
Mood
conflicted
intense
Type
reflective
dramatic
When to use this quote
- intimate relationships
- personal boundaries
- conflict resolution
- self‑awareness
Key Concepts
emotional manipulation
sexual tension
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we feel drawn to those we dislike?
- How can we set healthy boundaries?
A Different Perspective
Attraction can coexist with hostility, complicating consent and agency.
