Quote by Jodi Picoult

I felt a splinter of guilt wedge into my heart. Charlotte had hurt me; in return, I'd hurt Rob. Maybe that's what we do to the people we love: take shots in the dark and realize too late we've wounded the people we're trying to protect.

I felt a splinter of guilt wedge into my heart. Charlotte ha

Summary

This quote shows the realization and remorse felt by the speaker after realizing the unintended consequences of their actions. They feel guilty for hurting someone, Charlotte, as a response to being hurt themselves. The quote suggests a paradoxical dynamic in relationships where the attempt to protect or retaliate can inadvertently cause harm to the ones we care about. It highlights the flawed nature of human interaction and the difficulty in navigating the complexities of love and vulnerability.

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Love Hurt

By Jodi Picoult

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