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Marrying Quote by Philippa Gregory

“I am marrying the finest man I have ever known.” “It will cost you dear,” he warns. “It would be worse to lose him.” quote by Philippa Gregory
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““I am marrying the finest man I have ever known.” “It will cost you dear,” he warns. “It would be worse to lose him.””

Philippa Gregory

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Other Boleyn Girl” (historical fiction), 2001

Marriage to a beloved man is valuable, yet warnings hint at hidden costs and potential loss if the relationship ends.

In simple terms: Love is precious but can be costly.

Key Takeaway

Weigh love against potential loss.

Themes

love marriage risk

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • engagement decisions
  • career moves
  • financial contracts

Key Concepts

historical romance social expectations personal sacrifice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the true costs of love?
  • How do you protect yourself while loving?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex relational dynamics.

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