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Kathryn asked this question about Howl’s Moving Castle (Howl’s Moving Castle, #1):
What bargain is Howl referring to when he says, “But I brought it on myself by making a bargain some years ago, and I know I shall never be able to love anyone properly now,” (Ch.14) in response to Sophie asking why Howl dumps so many women? Or maybe it's not answered in the book?
cc I never found the answer, but I assumed it was because of the Witch of the Wastes. I was under the impression that the real reason she cursed Sophie w…moreI never found the answer, but I assumed it was because of the Witch of the Wastes. I was under the impression that the real reason she cursed Sophie was because of that moment of interest Howl expressed towards her in the street at the start of the story.(less)
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Howl’s Moving Castle
by Diana Wynne Jones
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