Melanie Benjamin quotes

Melanie Benjamin is a talented writer known for her historical fiction novels. With a keen eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, she brings to life characters and events from the past in a way that captivates readers. Her books have received critical acclaim and have been bestsellers, making her a highly respected figure in the literary world. Melanie Benjamin's unique perspective and engaging writing style make her a must-read author for anyone who enjoys historical fiction.

In the twentieth century — the prosaic, unromantic twentieth century — wives were more highly prized than mistresses.

- Melanie Benjamin

Only the weak need heroes and heroes need those around them to remain weak.

- Melanie Benjamin

It's impossible to be absolutely honest with oneself.

- Melanie Benjamin

Dreams may have been the paintings on my walls, but doubts and fears were the bars on my windows.

- Melanie Benjamin

It's not that you are too small, my little chick, but rather that the world is too big.

- Melanie Benjamin

It is not profitable to long too much for the past, particularly if it is not your own.

- Melanie Benjamin