Quote by Jodi Picoult

But Katie knew it was a sin, had known from the moment she made the decision to lie with Adam. However, the transgression wasn't making love without the sanction of marriage. It was that for the first time in her life, Katie had put herself first. Put her own wants and needs above everything and everyone else.

But Katie knew it was a sin, had known from the moment she m

Summary

This quote reflects Katie's realization that her "sin" wasn't the act of engaging in premarital sex but rather prioritizing her own desires over societal expectations and others' needs. Katie had always been selfless and obedient, but by allowing herself to indulge in her own wants, she had broken a personal and moral boundary. The quote alludes to the internal conflict experienced by Katie as she grapples with the guilt and consequences of asserting her own agency and seeking personal happiness.

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Marriage Sin Moment Lie Needs Everything Wants Decision Everyone First Time Had Known Making Love Saction Transgression

By Jodi Picoult

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