My Mother Said I Never Should: Key Quotations

Below is a list of all of the quotations we have covered organised by character and theme:

1. Motherhood and Generational Conflict

• Doris Partington:
  • "I'm saying goodnight now."
  • "You mustn't blame yourself."
• Margaret Bradley:
  • "What does she need?"
  • "I did what I thought was best."

2. Social Change and Gender Roles

• Jackie Metcalfe:
  • "I want my life back."
  • "I couldn't cope."

3. Secrets and Lies

• Rosie Metcalfe:
  • "Why didn't you tell me?"

4. Identity and Independence

• Jackie Metcalfe:
  • "I want my life back."
• Rosie Metcalfe:
  • "I don't belong anywhere."