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“[...] You're not in love with anyone, are you?' 'No,' said Kay. 'Someone's in love with me, as it happens. A grand person, too… But that's another secret. I'm thinking of the morphia, you see. I'm counting on your not being able to remember any of this.' 'Why is it a secret?' 'I promised the…” quote by Sarah Waters
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““[...] You're not in love with anyone, are you?' 'No,' said Kay. 'Someone's in love with me, as it happens. A grand person, too… But that's another secret. I'm thinking of the morphia, you see. I'm counting on your not being able to remember any of this.' 'Why is it a secret?' 'I promised the person it would be, that's all.' 'But you won't love him back?' Kay smiled. 'You'd think I would, wouldn't you? But, isn't it funny—we never seem to love the people we ought to, I can't think why…””

Sarah Waters

About This Quote

Source Novel: Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters, 1998

A character reveals secret love and the paradox of loving others while being loved by someone unexpected, highlighting hidden desires.

In simple terms: Secret love creates complex emotions.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden feelings and their impact.

Themes

love secrets identity desire paradox

Mood

introspective melancholic

Type

fictional psychological

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • self‑discovery
  • conflict counseling

Key Concepts

psychology of love hidden identities relationship dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What secrets shape your relationships?
  • How does hidden love affect self‑perception?
A Different Perspective

Secrets can distort genuine connection.

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