He was angry, insisting I’d tricked him. Demanding I get rid of the baby. This will ruin everything, he said. My marriage. My reputation. You can’t do this to me. I won’t let you.
-- Scarlett as narrator (Prologue)

Importance: The quote illustrates the tension and hardship leading up to Scarlett giving birth. Scarlett wants the baby so badly that she disregards the anger and threats. It shows how Scarlett is desperate for this child.

I wouldn’t tell you this if I didn’t think I needed to, but she’s depressed.
-- Scarlett (chapter 2)

Importance: The quote demonstrates how Scarlett is setting up Winnie prior to Scarlett abducting Midas. Scarlett confides in Colette out of false concern for Winnie’s mental health. Scarlett wants to be able to cast suspicion on Winnie.

Lowell is always telling her to stop with the what-ifs, but what if?
-- Narrator (chapter 4)

Importance: The quote provides insight into Francie’s anxieties. Francie does...