Five years Quote by Scarlett Thomas
““I promised your father I wouldn't teach you any magic. Particularly after what happened with your mother. And I also promised some other people that I would not do any magic for five years... and indeed I have not done any magic for five years. Although...' He looked at his watch. 'The five years is due to run out next Tuesday. Things should get more interesting then.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Magician's Promise, 2014
He vows not to use magic for five years, but the deadline is approaching, hinting at future conflict.
In simple terms: He promised to avoid magic until a set date, which is near.
Key Takeaway
Prepare for change when the restriction ends.
Themes
magic
promise
deadline
conflict
Mood
tension
anticipation
Type
narrative
foreshadowing
When to use this quote
- family dynamics
- magical abilities
- time‑bound vows
Key Concepts
ethical restraint
anticipation
Questions to Reflect On
- Will he keep his word?
- What will happen when the deadline passes?
A Different Perspective
The promise may be broken under pressure.
![“They really do have nothing in common on paper, these people and him. But yet there are so many common reference points; even some unexpected ones. . . .they all want to be cool. And they're all scared but no good at showing it. . . . [t]hey all know how to act cool. after all, life's pretty scary…” quote by Scarlett Thomas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0b7/scarlett-thomas-8232_danger_they-really-do-have-nothing-in-common-on_335741.jpg)
