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Anna-and-the-french-kiss Quote by Stephanie Perkins

“That guys. Sideburns. You like him?" My back squirms. "You've asked me that before." "What I meant was," he says, flustered. "Your feelings haven't changed? Since you've been here?" It takes a moment to consider the question. "It's not a matter of how I feel," I say at last. "I'm interested, but…” quote by Stephanie Perkins
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““That guys. Sideburns. You like him?" My back squirms. "You've asked me that before." "What I meant was," he says, flustered. "Your feelings haven't changed? Since you've been here?" It takes a moment to consider the question. "It's not a matter of how I feel," I say at last. "I'm interested, but ... I don't know if he's still interested in me." St. Clair edges closer. "Does he still call?" "Yeah. I mean, not often. But yes." "Right. Right, well," he says, blinking. "There's your answer.””

Stephanie Perkins

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Summer I Turned Pretty, 2009

A character navigates uncertainty about mutual interest, balancing hope with realistic expectations.

In simple terms: Unclear feelings require honest conversation.

Key Takeaway

Communicate openly about intentions.

Themes

relationships uncertainty communication

Mood

anxious hopeful

Type

dialogue conversational

When to use this quote

  • first dates
  • friendship dynamics
  • confessing interest

Key Concepts

romantic tension self‑doubt

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you expressing your true feelings?
  • How can you clarify his interest?
A Different Perspective

Assuming feelings without dialogue can cause misinterpretation.

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