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The Mysteries of Udolpho Fear Quotes

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

Quote #4

"Quit my presence!" cried Montoni. "This affectation of fear ill becomes the heroine who has just dared to brave my indignation." (3.6.42)

In other words, Em needs to have it one way or another. She doesn't get to be the hero and then turn around and be a scaredy-cat. Doesn't Montoni know that she has a "varied countenance"?

Quote #5

"You will recollect your former promise, Signor," said Emily, trembling, "and may determine for me, whether I ought to rely upon this." (3.8.47)

This is the real scary stuff. Em's not sure whether or not Montoni's men plan to inflict physical harm on her. Do you think she needs to be worried?

Quote #6

Emily was so much astonished by this sudden departure, that she scarcely dared to believe herself awake […] (3.9.39)

This time, it's not so much about Em's fear than her lack of fear during the escape from Udolpho. When it comes down to it, she's a tough cookie with nerves of steel.