His heart was beating very erratically; perhaps it would conveniently stop. He waited for a moment to allow it to do this if it liked, but it went on cheerfully thumping away.
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In the passage from "An Echo in the Bone" by Diana Gabaldon, the protagonist is experiencing a moment of intense anxiety or fear, which is reflected in the erratic beating of their heart. This physical response is indicative of their emotional turmoil, as they even hope for their heart to stop to end their distress. However, despite their wishes, their heart continues to beat steadily, symbolizing resilience and the inevitability of...
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