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Love Quote by Tim Powers

“Under,” he said in a shaky voice, “normal circumstances, I’d certainly be in love with you.” “Nobody falls in love under normal circumstances,” she said softly, rubbing his finger with her warm thumb. He restrained an impulse to look to see if there was still ink on it. “Love isn’t in the category…” quote by Tim Powers
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““Under,” he said in a shaky voice, “normal circumstances, I’d certainly be in love with you.” “Nobody falls in love under normal circumstances,” she said softly, rubbing his finger with her warm thumb. He restrained an impulse to look to see if there was still ink on it. “Love isn’t in the category of normal things. Not any worthwhile kind of love, anyway.””

Tim Powers

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Anubis Gates by Tim Powers, 1983

Love is portrayed as extraordinary, not ordinary; true love defies normal expectations and may feel impossible.

In simple terms: Love is extraordinary, not ordinary.

Key Takeaway

Seek love beyond the ordinary.

Themes

love exceptionality expectations

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationship counseling
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

romantic idealism psychology of love

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines love beyond normal circumstances?
  • How do expectations shape love?
A Different Perspective

Love may be rare and hard to find.

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