Adultery Quote by Sabrina Jeffries
“I suppose if you were inclined to misbehave, you wouldn't exactly tell me the truth anyway." "Darling, you have a brother fond of holding a gun on me, a sister who can shoot anything that moves, two other brothers who've repeatedly threatened to thrash me, and a grandmother who buys off constables. Do you really think I'm fool enough to antagonize them by committing adultery?" It was hard not to smile at that. "An excellent point." "I think so.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Unforgivable, Sabrina Jeffries, 2010
The speaker points out that a person surrounded by violent family members cannot be expected to act honestly, as the environment forces deceit.
In simple terms: Violent surroundings make honesty impossible.
Key Takeaway
Consider the influence of environment on behavior.
Themes
family dynamics
trust
coercion
honesty
Mood
conflict
skepticism
thoughtful
Type
narrative
dialogue
When to use this quote
- legal testimony
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
social psychology
family systems
Questions to Reflect On
- What pressures shape a person’s willingness to tell the truth?
- How can one assess credibility in hostile environments?
A Different Perspective
Assuming truthfulness without context can be misleading.
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