Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

It was a thunderingly beautiful experience -- voluptuous, sexual, dangerous, and expensive as hell.

It was a thunderingly beautiful experience -- voluptuous, se

Summary

This quote describes an intense and captivating experience that evokes strong emotions and sensations. The use of words like "thunderingly beautiful," "voluptuous," and "sexual" suggests a combination of awe and sensuality. The experience is portrayed as thrilling and potentially risky, emphasized by the mention of danger. Moreover, it implies that this experience comes with a high cost, emphasizing its luxurious or exclusive nature. Overall, the quote conveys the speaker's enchantment with an extraordinary and extravagant encounter.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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