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“Ran into the wrong end of a knife.”
― Shelby Mahurin, Serpent & Dove

“Well, what is it you all usually do during the day?" I made to pull the door to the stairwell but Ansel caught it and held it open for me. Okay, I didn't just like him - I adored him. "I assume it involves kicking puppies or stealing the souls of children.”
― Shelby Mahurin, Serpent & Dove

“You wanted to ride, my nasty girl, so fucking ride,â€� Sander challenged.”
― Setta Jay, Searing Ecstasy

“How will this stroke steal away my remaining dignity, let me count the ways.”
― Paula Stokes, Stronger Than Words

“Would you like a drink?"
"No, thank you."
"So polite."
"One of us should be, don't you think?"
He turned to face her, half-amused and half-surprised by her smart mouth.
She was not tall, barely the height of his shoulder, but at the moment she looked like an Amazon.
The hood of her cloak had fallen away, and her hair was in disarray, tumbling around her shoulders, gleaming pale blond in the dim light. Her chin was thrust forward in a universal sign of defiance, her shoulders were stiff and straight, and her chest rose and fell with harsh anger, swelling beneath her cloak.
She looked as though she'd like to do him no small amount of bodily harm.”
― Sarah MacLean, A Rogue by Any Other Name

“Lord Bourne knows precisely where I've been and with whom for the duration of our short, disastrous marriage." She stepped toward Michael, her offense making her bold. "Home, alone. Instead of here, where the female half of London is apparently wishing they had the password to his bed." His eyes went wide.
"I would appreciate it if you would leave, Michael," she added, tossing the mask and the rose to the billiard table. "You see, I've been looking forward to this billiards lesson. And you are making it very difficult to enjoy.”
― Sarah MacLean, A Rogue by Any Other Name

“Lord Langford," she acknowledged, looking right down her nose at the man.
"Penelope," the older man said, unable to keep the surprise from his gaze.
"It's Lady Bourne to you." The words were cool and cutting, and Michael was sure she'd never been more beautiful. "Come to think of it, it was always lady to you. And you never referred to me as such."
The older man's gaze narrowed in irritation, and Michael had an intense urge to put a fist into the viscount's face for the look.
It was not necessary. His wife was more than able to care for herself. "You don't like that, I see. Well, let me tell what I don't like. I don't like insolence. And I don't like cruelty. And I most definitely don't like you. It is time you and I have it out, Langford, because while you might have stolen my husband's lands and funds and reputation, and you might have been a truly horrendous father to my friend, I absolutely refuse to have you take another thing from me, you despicable old man.”
― Sarah MacLean, A Rogue by Any Other Name

“Yeah, history is just brimming over with stories of total degenerates evolving into decent human
beings.”
― Paula Stokes, Stronger Than Words

“Jake Darby? Ugh.â€� Jake Darby is like the villain in a bad teen movie—perfect on the outside, a
festering mass of evil on the inside.”
― Paula Stokes, Stronger Than Words

“She was running him ragged.
Gone was the soft, sweet wife he'd thought he was getting, snow dusting her bonnet as she confessed past courtships, one errant flake landing and melting almost instantly on the tip of her nose as she smiled up at him.
And in that woman's place was an Amazon, standing at the center of his club, in the heart of the London underworld, placing bets on roulette while the city watched, demanding the safety of her friends and the reputation of her sisters, and scheduling billiards lessons with one of the most powerful and feared men in the city.
And now, she stood in front of him, and bold as brass, suggested he leave her alone.”
― Sarah MacLean, A Rogue by Any Other Name

“She faced his enemy and waved a hand at the door, where Bruno and now Cross stood, looking very serious and very frightening. "Would you care to attempt escape before I am through?"
Michael couldn't help it. He grinned. She was a warrior queen.
His warrior queen.”
― Sarah MacLean, A Rogue by Any Other Name

“He pointed a clawed finger at me. “That one is mine.â€�
“Sorry, I’m already taken.� I swung the crossbow up and aimed it, earning a laugh from him. He bared his fangs at me.
“You took me by surprise the first time. Do you really think you can hit me in the heart with that thing before I get to �?� Trevor let out an earsplitting shriek and doubled over, clutching at the arrow protruding from his smoking crotch.
“I wasn’t aiming for your heart.� Jordan whistled. “Damn, girl, you do have an evil streak after all.�
“If he can’t walk, he can’t attack.”
― Karen Lynch, Rogue

“Oh for sure. He’s a Greek god. One of the ones who tricked and tortured people for their own
amusement.”
― Paula Stokes, Stronger Than Words

“Didn’t your mother ever tell you that staring at someone in the way you are for too long is almost as rude as pointing at them?â€� BAM…WAM AND ALAKAZAM. It was out before I could stop myself.”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“What is WITH this guy and impersonating lizards? Man. He’s not exactly David Attenborough.”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“You want my help or not?â€� I say, putting my hand on my hips and looking sassier than Rhianna. All I need now is a latex outfit, plastic whip and chain-mail lead. I know I’ve got him just where I want him.”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“£500.â€� He hisses furiously at me. “I can’t believe I’ve spent £500 on an entire new wardrobe and a new haircut â€� one that I didn’t even want my I add!â€� As he talks, I skip happily, a dreamy smile plastered all over my face. I’ve had, without a shadow of a doubt, the best day ever. “I can.â€� I answer, my voice rising several decibels, as I lose myself, currently, on cloud nine. “I’ve loved spending your money. It feels awesome!”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“Clenching my fists, his subsequent snore emphasises my suspicions. He has been sleeping on the job. I put my hands on my hips and glide over to him. I have one intent in mind. Picking up the book next to his elbow, I slam it down on the table. There are definitely some perks to being able to manipulate objects. Adam’s reaction is priceless. “W…wâ€�.what? W…where? W…why?â€� He stammers, blinking frantically. One hand flies to his heart, which he clutches dramatically and he raises his other to his forehead, wiping his brow. When he realises who has disturbed him and what I have done, he scowls at me. “Why did you do that?â€� He snaps, rubbing his eyes. He yawns at the end, meaning that I definitely can’t take him seriously. “I was enjoying that dream.â€� At hearing his answer, I roll my eyes. Part of me is tempted to interrogate him, to find what he was dreaming about exactly. The other rational and sensible part wins, meaning that I thrust the book in his direction, winding him considerably. He throws me a sharp glare, which ends in a grimace. The book juts sharply into his ribs. “You should be reading NOT sleeping!â€� I retort, making sure that the book digs harder into his chest. I give it one last push. “So get going.”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“When my friends are in danger,â€� he says, his voice sincere. “I will always be there to help them, no matter what.â€� “Sheesh,â€� I comment, catching Adam’s eye and making him grin harder. “I think I preferred the moodier you, not the soppy one.â€� And with that, we are back in business.”
― Adele Rose, Damned

“By the look in this one’s eye, ’twas a simple matter to place him there, among the terrible, ruthless sorts.
But somehow, she couldn’t believe something so…beautiful could be so awful.
And he was beautiful, to a hard line, masculine magnificence, all long, lean contours of hard heat and piercing eyes. A beast in his prime.
Her dark-eyed proteus looked over his shoulder, scowling when he saw she had not ‘come,� was not ‘over there.�
“Sit,� he growled. “And stay.�
A fissure of anger opened up inside her. She narrowed her eyes and, very softly, barked.”
― Kris Kennedy, Claiming Her

“Why must you make things so difficult?"
"Because I don't trust you," she said. "I'm never going to just do something simply because you asked, Doctor Facilier."
He grabbed her wrist and turned her hand palm up. He slapped the vial into the center of her palm. "Every single dish, Tiana."
She threw the vial directly at his face. He snatched it as if he had been expecting her to do just that.
"I don't have to do anything," Tiana said. "I've held up my end of our bargain. You hold up yours.”
― Farrah Rochon, Almost There

“One of the women shoved the door open the rest of the way, and they all stared at her, looking utterly indignant that another female had beaten them to the punch.
"Why, that blue-eyed devil! He's with someone already!"
"Warrington, you Beast! Oh, let us in, old man. We know he's in there!"
"Mesdames!" Kate flung out sharply, unable to stand another moment of their intrusion. One hand on her hip, she lifted her chin and summoned up every ounce of elegant French hauteur that she had inherited from her mama. "His Grace is not at home," she clipped out. "Leave your cards, please, and I will make sure he receives your--- well-wishes," she finished cynically.”
― Gaelen Foley, My Dangerous Duke

“Kate, you are not going in there."
Her stubborn gaze met his. "You need me in there with you, and we both know it."
"Out of the question! You listen to me, young lady," her father blustered. "That evil place took your mother from me. I'll not lose you, as well!"
"Papa, you know I have to do this. You can't stop me. This is my decision."
"It's madness!" Gerald cried, paling. "What are you trying to prove? It won't bring her back!"
"I know that, but at least then I will have some answers. This is the reason you made sure to have me educated like a son, remember? I can do this, Papa. Rohan, I'll be waiting in the boat."
"You are staying here," he replied.
Anger flashed across her face. "Haven't you two realized yet that you don't run my life? That place killed my mother! Besides, I have a right---the Alchemist is my ancestor, not yours---and also, I'm the only one who has figured out the clues."
"Kate, I don't know what sort of deviltry I may face in there. I'm sorry, but this time, considering I have no idea what I'm getting into, I don't want to be responsible for having to protect you."
"With all due respect, Your Grace, I'm the one who'll be protecting you on this occasion. You're a warrior, not a scholar, Rohan. I've been studying this book, and I've already decoded the clues. You don't stand a chance without me."
"Just give them to me."
"No! I'm going with you. Now, if you prefer to survive the fiendish obstacle course that lies beyond that cave, quit wasting time arguing with me, because my mind will not be changed. For that matter, the Prometheans will be here soon. So, let's go!" With that, she pivoted on her heel and marched off toward the small-boat.
Once more, she had left him and her father stymied, not sure what to say.
"She's very determined," Rohan finally muttered.
"Wish I could say she takes after her mother, but I'm afraid she's a bit too much like me."
"You think?”
― Gaelen Foley, My Dangerous Duke

“I just rather you keep your thoughts and opinions to yourself. And when I decide to talk to myself, which I am sure I will, that you don’t answer.”
― Luna Tempest, In-Saintly Yours

“She glared at me as if I’d accused her of something, which I only occasionally did and never to her face. ”
― Candice Jarrett, Mortal Tether

“Baba used to tell me that there are many ways to lead," she said, remembering the words he shared with her. "Some people are strong in their physical being, others mentally, but he would say that a battle is never won on the front lines alone. It's won through hearts and minds, through commitment and strategy. As my father's daughter, I know I have what it takes within me." She stood straighter, gaining confidence. "Besides, isn't the purpose of the royal council to fill in the gaps, to balance the monarch's strengths and weaknesses? If I didn't need help defending Agrabah, then wouldn't that mean I didn't need... you?”
― Alexandra Monir, Realm of Wonders

“I guess this is what I get for agreeing to give a woman a job like this."
Meg placed her hands on her hips. "Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize that as a man, you were making such good headway on your own without me.”
― Elizabeth Lim, A Twisted Tale Anthology

“You're both my burger bitches now." I smiled menachingly.

- Raine, AshFiera. Chapter 84”
― K.L. Andersen, AshFiera

“You're both my burger bitches now." I smiled menacingly.

- Raine, AshFiera. Chapter 84”
― K.L. Andersen, AshFiera

“Rannik had drudged past the salvager's stall, took one look at her, and purchased her.

And thank goodness for that bit of luck. Lassies were used as sexbots. Roughly used.
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Her cheeks flamed as she recalled that awkward encounter. He, a rambunctious youth, had wanted to check under her carriage. She, a rampaging bitch, had slapped some decency into him. Now they got along smashingly. Just an average teenage boy with his secret alien companion.”
― Bex McLynn, Thanemonger