Artemis Quote by Sherrilyn Kenyon
“Why does the Destroyer hate Artemis? (Cassandra) Love. Why else? Love, hatred, and revenge are the most powerful emotions on earth. Apollymi wants revenge on Artemis for killing the one thing she loved most in the universe. (Katra) And that is? (Cassandra) I would never betray either one by saying it. (Katra) Would you write it down?...Oh, yeah, like the two of you weren’t thinking the same thing. (Chris)”
About This Quote
Source novel: Darkest Night, 2009
A powerful mix of love, hatred, and revenge drives conflict and obsession.
In simple terms: Love, hate, and revenge are strong forces.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how intense emotions can cloud judgment.
Themes
love
hatred
revenge
obsession
conflict
Mood
tense
dramatic
passionate
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- family feuds
- revenge plots
- heroic quests
- tragic betrayals
Key Concepts
psychology
motivation
mythology
mythic archetypes
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a character to love and hate simultaneously?
- How can revenge be both motivating and self‑destructive?
A Different Perspective
Intense emotions can lead to destructive decisions.
