Rose: Can I ask if you’ve ever been with another guy? (Shane nods) Have you ever told anyone that before? (Shane shakes his head) Was it different with a guy?
Shane: Of course.
Rose: Was it better?
Shane: Yeah, it was, uh… Um… It was better. The thing is, I… I kind of prefer being the hole rather than the peg.
Rose: Wow! That is the best thing any gay boyfriend of mine has ever told me.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote is taken from the TV series ‘Heated Rivalry’ Season 1 Episode 5 (1×05), titled ‘I’ll Believe in Anything’. Based on the Game Changers novels by Rachel Reid, the show is produced and distributed by Crave (HBO).
- TV Series: Heated Rivalry (2025)
- Season: 1
- Episode: 5
- Episode Name: I’ll Believe in Anything
- Production: Crave (HBO)
Why we collected this quote
We picked this because it’s a clever line where Shane uses Rose’s own metaphor from earlier. It’s a memorable and honest reveal.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
Rose Landry is trying to find out about Shane’s experiences with men. Shane admits he prefers “being the hole,” and Rose loves his forward honesty, turning their romance into a loyal friendship.
Book vs TV Series
This honest and funny reveal is exactly the same as the book! We love how Shane uses Rose’s own funny metaphor to finally be honest about himself, which turns their breakup into a great friendship.
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