Who said "She wanted forgiveness, but could not ask for it."?

This quote is attributed to Briony Tallis.

She wanted forgiveness, but could not ask for it. - Briony Tallis

"She wanted forgiveness, but could not ask for it."

Briony Tallis Kindness

Character in Atonement

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"Forgiveness was a luxury she could not afford."

"Writing was the only way to atone."

"She could not undo what she had done."

"Writing is the truth of the imagination."

"A good man treats his wife with respect."

"Kindness always comes back around."

"The power of a smile can change everything."

"Kindness is weakness to some. Not to me."