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Abandoned Quote by Stephenie Meyer

“I can hear them on the floor below. They will find me in miuntes, or seconds. I scrawl the words on a dirty shred of newsprint. They are nearly illegible, but if he finds them, he will understand: 'Not fast enough. Love you love Jamie. Don't go home' Not only do I break their hearts, I steal their…” quote by Stephenie Meyer
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“I can hear them on the floor below. They will find me in miuntes, or seconds. I scrawl the words on a dirty shred of newsprint. They are nearly illegible, but if he finds them, he will understand: 'Not fast enough. Love you love Jamie. Don't go home' Not only do I break their hearts, I steal their refuge, too. I picture our little canyon abandoned, as it must be forever now. Or if not abandoned, a tomb.”

Stephenie Meyer

About This Quote

The narrator feels pursued and threatened, writing frantic messages that reveal desperation and a desire to be understood before being caught.

In simple terms: Someone feels chased and writes a desperate note.

Key Takeaway

Act quickly to protect yourself and seek help.

Themes

danger desperation communication

Mood

anxious tense

Type

dramatic emotional

When to use this quote

  • urban settings
  • stalking
  • urgent messages

Key Concepts

surveillance paranoia love

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you do if you felt constantly watched?
  • How can you safely express urgent feelings?
A Different Perspective

The note may not be found in time.

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