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“She looked at David closely, and the feeling was still there. She could see that his forehead was too high, that a small scar cut a white stroke through his eyebrow. And his smile was pretty crooked, really. But it was as if something had changed inside Tally's head, something that had turned his…” quote by Scott Westerfeld
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“She looked at David closely, and the feeling was still there. She could see that his forehead was too high, that a small scar cut a white stroke through his eyebrow. And his smile was pretty crooked, really. But it was as if something had changed inside Tally's head, something that had turned his face pretty to her.”

Scott Westerfeld

About This Quote

Source Novel: Uglies by Scott Westerfeld, 2005

A character notices subtle physical changes that trigger an emotional shift, highlighting how appearance can affect perception.

In simple terms: Physical details can change how we feel about someone.

Key Takeaway

Notice how small traits influence emotions.

Themes

perception appearance emotion

Mood

contemplative introspective

Type

literary character-driven

When to use this quote

  • first impressions
  • character development
  • interpersonal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology social perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this say about judging others?
  • How do minor changes alter our feelings?
A Different Perspective

Physical focus may ignore deeper qualities.

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