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Dreams Quote by Robin Hobb

“I lied!' I spat my whisper at him. 'I knew you read my journal. I knew you read my dreams. I wrote there what I thought would hurt you most! I lied to hurt you. For letting him be dead while you lived. For being loved by him more than he loved me!' I took a breath. 'He loved you more than he ever…” quote by Robin Hobb
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““I lied!' I spat my whisper at him. 'I knew you read my journal. I knew you read my dreams. I wrote there what I thought would hurt you most! I lied to hurt you. For letting him be dead while you lived. For being loved by him more than he loved me!' I took a breath. 'He loved you more than he ever loved any of the rest of us!””

Robin Hobb

About This Quote

A character confesses to lying and hurting, revealing deep emotional conflict and jealousy, then admits love for another.

In simple terms: Confession of hurtful lies and jealousy.

Key Takeaway

Own truth and seek forgiveness.

Themes

betrayal jealousy confession love guilt

Mood

emotional intense dramatic

Type

narrative character‑driven

When to use this quote

  • intimate conversations
  • conflict resolution
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology relationships character study

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives the need to lie?
  • How can trust be rebuilt?
A Different Perspective

Denial may hinder healing.

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