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“But Anne, do you love him?" I asked curiously. The curve of her hood hid all but the corner of her smile. "I am a fool to own it, but I am in a fever for his touch.” quote by Philippa Gregory
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“But Anne, do you love him?" I asked curiously. The curve of her hood hid all but the corner of her smile. "I am a fool to own it, but I am in a fever for his touch.”

Philippa Gregory

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Other Boleyn Girl, 2001

A character confesses love and longing, describing desire as feverish and foolish.

In simple terms: She loves him intensely despite feeling foolish.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge the intensity of love.

Themes

love desire vulnerability

Mood

passionate reflective

Type

literary romantic

When to use this quote

  • romantic confession
  • intimate dialogue

Key Concepts

feverish longing foolish devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this reveal about love’s irrational side?
  • How do you balance desire and reason?
A Different Perspective

Love can cloud judgment.

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