Gaze Quote by Nora Roberts
““We shouldn't have left." Keeley paced the kitchen, stopping at the windows on each pass. Why weren't they back? "Darling, you're shaking.Come on now, sit and drink your tea." "I can't.What's wrong with men? They'd have beaten that idiot to a pulp.I'm not that surprised at Brian,I suppose, but I expected more restraint from Dad." Genuinely surprised, Adelia glanced over. "Why?" As worry ate through her she raked her hands through her hair. "He's contained. Now you,I could see you taking a few swings..." SHe winced. "No offense," she said, then saw that her mother was grinning. "None taken.My temper might be a bit, we'll say, more colorful than your father's. His tends to be cold and deliberate when it's called for.And it was.The man hurt and frightened his little girl." "His little girl was about to attempt to gut the man with a hoof pick." Keeley blew out a breath. "I've never seen Dad hit anyone, or look like he wanted to keep right on with it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unbreakable, Nora Roberts, 2023
A mother grapples with fear and anger over her child's violent act, revealing family tension and moral conflict.
In simple terms: A mother worries about her child's violent act.
Key Takeaway
Consider empathy and restraint in family crises.
Themes
family
violence
anger
morality
parenting
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
narrative
dramatic
When to use this quote
- family dinner
- parent‑child counseling
- conflict mediation
- emotional support
Key Concepts
psychology
conflict resolution
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear shape parental reactions?
- What could prevent escalation in family disputes?
A Different Perspective
The child's perspective is omitted, limiting understanding of his motives.
