Vengeance Quote by Robin LaFevers
““Who are you?” I slip my hand through the slit of my overskirt, and my fingers close around the hard wood of the crossbow tiller. “Vengeance,” I say softly.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Darkest Part of the Forest, 2015
A character asks a question, then reveals a crossbow as a weapon, declaring vengeance as motivation.
In simple terms: A person seeks revenge using a crossbow.
Key Takeaway
Channel anger into purposeful action.
Themes
revenge
weapon
identity
determination
Mood
tense
dark
dramatic
Type
narrative
conflict
When to use this quote
- medieval setting
- fantasy quest
- personal vendetta
- self‑defense
- moral dilemma
Key Concepts
crossbow symbolism
personal justice
conflict resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your desire for vengeance?
- Is there an alternative to retaliation?
A Different Perspective
Revenge may perpetuate cycles of violence.
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