Killer Quote by Patrick Ness
““You won't," says the Mayor, smiling again. "Everyone knows you aren't a killer, Todd." He pushes Viola forward again - She calls out from the pain of it - Viola, I think - Viola - I grit my teeth and raise the rifle - I cock it - And I say what's true - "I would kill to save her," I say.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness, 2011
A character declares willingness to kill anyone to protect someone they love, highlighting extreme devotion and moral conflict.
In simple terms: Willing to kill to protect a loved one.
Key Takeaway
Consider the cost of extreme devotion.
Themes
love
protect
morality
conflict
sacrifice
Mood
intense
conflicted
dramatic
Type
literary
emotional
dialogue
When to use this quote
- family crisis
- war zone
- personal betrayal
- life‑threatening situations
Key Concepts
altruism
extreme loyalty
ethical dilemma
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you do if love demanded violence?
- Is love a justification for harming others?
A Different Perspective
The statement may romanticize violence as a solution.
