Quote by Stephen King

For a moment he felt a wild hope: perhaps this really was a nightmare. Perhaps he would awake in his own bed, bathed in sweat, shaking, maybe even crying . . . but alive. Safe. Then he pushed the thought away. Its charm was deadly, its comfort fatal.

For a moment he felt a wild hope: perhaps this really was a

Summary

This quote highlights a fleeting moment of hope experienced by the individual. In their distressful situation, they entertain the possibility that their current state is merely a nightmare and that they will wake up unharmed. However, they quickly recognize the danger in clinging to this hope, realizing that it may provide temporary solace but prevent them from confronting their harsh reality. The quote serves as a reminder of the complexities of hope and the need to confront difficult truths rather than succumbing to false comfort.

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