How we cite our quotes: (Volume.Book.Chapter.Line)
Quote #7
"And yet it's a part of me," said Kate.
"A part of you?"
"My father's dishonor." (1.2.1.30-32).
Kate knows that her father's terrible legacy won't end with his death. His cruelty lives on in his daughters, whose personalities have been shaped by his terrible treatment. Both, for example, have long-standing trust issues. They believe they should serve only themselves because people like their dad will always be out there to take advantage of them.
Quote #8
"My niece and her affairs—that I should have to say such things to-day!—are a constant worry; so that Kate, in consequence—well, of events!—has simply been called in." (2.10.3.23)
Aunt Maud informs Merton that Kate, against Maud's wishes, has gone to visit her sister Marian for the holidays. Aunt Maud would prefer it if Kate didn't see her family anymore, since Maud believes that these people will infect Kate with their negativity. But Kate, always the loyal daughter and sister, can't turn down a call for help from blood relatives.
Quote #9
"They've the misfortune to have, I suppose you know, a dreadful, horrible father." (2.10.3.29)
Maud is no stranger to Lionel Croy's terrible ways. In fact, she bans Kate from ever seeing him again, a command that Kate totally disobeys. Maud knows that Lionel is bad for Kate, but also understands Kate's yearning to start over and to create a relationship with her father that she never had growing up.