"I refuse to believe in the futility of change, because I have seen how the lowly dandelion, with time and patience, can crack the strongest paving stone."
The Chosen and the Beautiful, Nghi Vo
Nick laughed, and I wondered if that was what love was, making someone forget the pain that gnawed at them and would not stop.
The Silvered Serpent, Roshani Chokshi
Before Enrique could start talking about the mythological significance of eggs, Tristan had loudly asked: "What came first, the chicken or the egg?"
Zofia was the first to answer: "Scientifically speaking, the rooster."
The Bronzed Beasts, Roshani Chokshi
"What do you think you're doing?" hissed Eva, under her breath.
Severin raised an eyebrow. "I assume 'watching and waiting with bated breath for my apotheosis' is not the answer you're looking for."
A Rogue of One's Own, Evie Dunmore
"Society is dumber but stronger than you," he murmured. "Be devious. Be subtle. If you can."
Portrait of a Scotsman, Evie Dunmore
It struck her then that she had been tricked into a marriage for the purpose of British fiscal reform.
A Song Below Water, Bethany C Morrow
You don't have to take my voice, I tell my grandmother. Just teach me how to use it.
Shades of Milk and Honey, Mary Robinette Kowal
The ball crept until the wee hours of the morning, when all the girls spilled out of Banbree Manor and into their waiting carriages, like flowers spilled from a bridal bouquet. Jane followed them, her dress gray as ashes, the roses on her habit a failed camouflage.
The Hacienda, Isabel Cañas
Our relationship was founded on one thing and one thing only: my world was a dark, windowless room, and he was a door.
The Brass Verdict, Michael Connelly
Skill number one in criminal defense is getting the money.
Take a Hint, Dani Brown, Talia Hibbert
"Now, since you're obviously super happy with Zaf--"
"Sorcha, you know I am ethically and philosophically opposed to the idea of being happy with a person."
Act Your Age, Eve Brown, Talia Hibbert
Sometimes, being convenient instead of real was exhausting. So maybe, from now on, she'd stop.
It's In His Kiss, Julia Quinn, x2
"It's not very sporting of you not to allow me to finish my statement."
She cocked her head. "Did you have something interesting to say?"
Portrait of a Thief, Grace D Li
This was how things changed. With museums and shattered glass, history stolen back, but also the eyes of the world, the weight of expectation.
Book of Knight, Holly Black
With no good ideas, she was going to go for the bad one.
They better carve that on her tomb.
Part of Your World, Abby Jimenez
"Eight thousand nerves in the clitoris and still not as sensitive as a white man not getting his way."
Terciel & Elinor, Garth Nix
Terciel craned his neck to look up at the blue sky, his face brightly lit. He lowered his head and looked at the fog-wreathed forest ahead, then back at Elinor for a long moment before he fully faced Tizanael again.
On the Way to the Wedding, Julia Quinn, x2
"Marksmanship wasn't a part of the curriculum at Miss Moss's."
"To the great relief of gentlemen everywhere, I assure you."
Because of Miss Bridgerton, Julia Quinn, x2
"With you it's always about to get interesting."
"Do you think so?" she asked delightedly.
Andrew gave her a look of pure disbelief. "That wasn't a compliment, Billie."
The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock, Imogen Hermes Gowar
She is frightened by strong emotion; the word happiness frightens her, the way love does. She wants nothing so volatile.
One to Watch, Kate Stayman-London
"I gotta say, this is some real Eyes Wide Shut nonsense for a first date."
"Oh," Bea deadpanned, "did I not tell you we're going to a secret murder orgy?"
"Way better than a public murder orgy," Sam quipped. "Those always end in jail time."
The Bridgertons: Happily Ever After, Julia Quinn, x2
While heavily pregnant with Amelia, she had asked him if she was radiant or if she just looked like a waddling duck. He told her she'd looked likea radiant duck. This had not been the correct answer.
Fevered Star, Rebecca Roanhorse
"No one was armed. You could have found another way."
He pressed his wet hair back from his face. He blinked black eyes, droplets clinging to his lashes. "My way is death. There is no other way."
The Further Adventures of Lady Whistledown, Julia Quinn, et al
"Are you still angry, then?" he asked. "I'd hoped you'd managed to get past that."
"I managed to get past you," she said. "My anger is another thing altogether."
Lady Whistledown Strikes Back, Julia Quinn, et al
It was just like Harry to go and die before she could kill him for this.
The Candy House, Jennifer Egan
Then she gathered us into her arms and we held her, feeling the heat from under her skin, and we were the three-headed monster again, with its three yearning hearts.
The Friend Zone, Abby Jimenez
"How do you sleep at night knowing she'll be finding glitter in her couch for the next month?"
She took a swig of her beer. "With the fan on medium."
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