He knew he should be furious, but he couldn't sustain a decent rage around her. She had too much about her of the ferocious kitten. Something small and fuzzy, just learning it had claws and how to use them
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A character cannot stay angry at a woman because she reminds him of a small, learning kitten with claws.
- In plain terms
- He cannot stay mad because she seems small and new to using her power.
- What can you take from it?
- Youth or learning can soften anger in others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What softens rage?
- How do we see growth?
Another view
It compares a person to an animal which can be limiting.
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