Break Quote by Philippa Gregory
“Daniel, I did not knowwhat I wanted when I was agirl. And then I was a fool in every sense of the word. And now that I am a woman grown, I know that I love you and I want this son of yours, and our children who will come. I have seen a woman break her heart for love: my Queen Mary. I have seen another break her soul to avoid it: my Princess Elizabeth. I don't want to be Mary or Elizabeth, I want to be me: Hannah Verde Carpenter." "And we shall live somewhere that we can follow our belifs without danger," he insisted. "Yes," I said, "in the England that Elizabeth will make.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory, 2001
A woman reflects on past mistakes, love, and the desire to forge her own identity rather than emulate historic figures.
In simple terms: She wants to be herself, not a copy of others.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your unique path.
Themes
identity
love
self‑discovery
history
choice
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
personal
narrative
reflective
When to use this quote
- relationship decisions
- career choices
- family planning
- self‑identity formation
Key Concepts
feminism
personal growth
historical comparison
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of yourself do you hide to please others?
- How can you honor love without losing self?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal desire with societal expectations can be difficult.
