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“He steps away from her, going to a little side table and removing a cloth that's lying on top. Underneath are severale shiny bits of metal. Mr. Hammar picks one up. "And now for the second part of our interview", he says, approaching the woman. Who starts to scream. "That was," Davy says, pacing…” quote by Patrick Ness
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““He steps away from her, going to a little side table and removing a cloth that's lying on top. Underneath are severale shiny bits of metal. Mr. Hammar picks one up. "And now for the second part of our interview", he says, approaching the woman. Who starts to scream. "That was," Davy says, pacing around as we wait outside but it's all he can get out. "That was." He turns to me. "Holy crap, Todd." I don't say nothing, just take the apple I've been saving outta my pocket. "Apple," I whisper to Angharrad, my head close to hers.””

Patrick Ness

About This Quote

Source Book: A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness, 2011

A tense interview scene reveals hidden emotions and unspoken connections between characters.

In simple terms: A charged interview shows hidden feelings.

Key Takeaway

Pay attention to subtle cues.

Themes

communication intimacy power dynamics

Mood

tense intimate

Type

dramatic conversational

When to use this quote

  • interview
  • conflict
  • emotional revelation

Key Concepts

psychology interpersonal tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unspoken feelings are being avoided?
  • How does silence shape interaction?
A Different Perspective

The moment may be dramatized for effect, limiting realism.

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