A Quiet Retreat Quotes

“Outside the window, it’s mostly dark, though the moon is illuminating the woods in a slightly eerie, almost hypnotic way. I picture myself walking outside, slipping into the darkness, and disappearing once and for all.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“Whether or not it’s because of me, this is who he’s become. This is whom I will remain married to for the rest of my life.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“Sometimes I feel like Paul wants to cut us off from everyone, like we’re on an island alone and he’s all I have.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“That’s all we’re trying to do as writers, isn’t it?” “Hmm?” “I mean, creating something with our hands. That’s all we’re doing, really. Creating entire worlds with our hands.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“Neither of these grown men is my responsibility. Not their comfort or their levels of inebriation.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“One choice. One seemingly simple decision can change everything. Taking this road instead of that. Going out versus staying in. Accepting an invitation rather than throwing it out. In the blink of an eye, everything can change. For better or for worse.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“My wife reads all my books first and is my biggest fan, hands down. We have two daughters: thirteen and nine.” Lyra’s response comes after she’s taken a sip of her wine, the glass fogged over with steam from the hot tub’s heat. “Our oldest is just starting to read my books, but she prefers Colleen Hoover.” She snorts.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“When in doubt, avoid and deny. That should be my life motto, really. Maybe I’ll get it embroidered on a throw pillow.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“I’ve found so many things in life to be letdowns, and I have to wonder if that means there’s something wrong with me, or if everyone else is just pretending to be so happy and in awe of life.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat

“Caring is what hurts the most. Caring about someone gives them the chance to destroy you. It’s vulnerability in the worst way.”
― Kiersten Modglin, A Quiet Retreat