Love Quotes in The Red Tent

How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #4

All the while I scolded myself, thinking, Foolish! Childish! Foolish! (2.7.30)

Ah, that awkward moment when you try to speak to someone you have a crush on. 'Nuff said.

Quote #5

But Shalem did not appear, and I bit my lips to keep from weeping as we climbed the hills back to my father's tents. (2.7.36)

This might seem very childish—as Dinah has only said a few words to the dude—but remember, men and love were all Dinah were thinking about at that age. We can't blame her for feeling heartbroken so easily. Anyway, when was love ever logical? When were crushes ever logical?

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Quote #6

"I will build you a tomb of surpassing beauty," Shalem said. "The world will never forget the name of Dinah, who judged my heart worthy." (2.7.75)

Now, that's a smooth talker right there. Shalem is exactly what Dinah wants in a man: he's gentle, romantic, and loyal.