Quotes from Julie Garwood

She surprised him by agreeing. Yes, I was simply curious, and no, I would never criticize you in front of your followers. Do you have the patience to endure one more question, husband? What is it? When do you suppose you'll leave me behind?

You wouldn't let him do it, would you, Jamie? Jamie's expression was very serene. She stared at Andrew when she spoke to her husband. With your permission, I would like to answer him. You have it, Alec replied. Andrew, she called out in a voice as cold and clear as a frigid winter morning, my husband does whatever he wishes to do. I am sometimes allowed to help, though. If he decides to cut off your feet, I will, of course, offer him my assistance.

Nick? I'm still here, Laurant. -Did you tell Tommy we slept together? No, but you just did. He's standing right here. She fell asleep. But this time she didn't have any dreams or nightmare.

The man irritated her just like a rash.

What did you say to the messanger mi'lady? Do you remember the exact words of your last proposal? I probably said, Will you marry me? Connor smiled. He pulled her toward him, lowered his head and kissed her just long enough to stun her. He lifted his head then, looked into her eyes, and finally spoke to her. Yes Brenna. I will marry you.

It's a sin to hate, and for that reason alone, we must not hate the Normans... We can, however, thoroughly dislike them, Alice.

You take my heart with you, my loving captor. Nay, Madelyne. I am your captive in body and soul.

Let me know, Iain. Let you know what? If you're going to keep her or not. And if I'm not? Then I am.

Going for it and changing what you could change-that's what success was all about.

Papa, do you like my new friend? Frances Catherine asked when they were halfway across the field. I surely do. Can I keep her? For the love of...No, you can't keep her. She isn't a puppy. You can be her friend, though, he hastily added before his daughter could argue with him. Forever, papa? She 'd asked her father that question, but Judith answered her. Forever, she shyly whispered. Frances Catherine reached across her father's chest to take hold of Judith's hand. Forever, she pledged.

He held her gaze steady while he summarized her promises. "She will honor me, protect me, obey me only when she believes I'm being reasonable—but I shouldn't hold out hope that that day will ever come—try to love me before she's an old woman, and I'd better get it straight in my mind that she will respect me until or unless I do something to prove I'm not worthy, and God save me then. Have I left anything out, Brenna?

Get off me. You weigh more than the doors to your home.

A few minutes later, she was once again riding her own horse. Deciding to take the lead, she nudged the mare into a trot, and as she passed Brodick and Ramsey, she called out, You used trickery. Yes, I did, he admitted. Are you angry with me? She laughed again. I don't get angry. I get even. Unbeknownst to her, she had just recited the Buchanan creed.

Yet you told him you loved him? Yes, I did. Bridgid was clearly impressed. You're more courageous than I am. The fear of being rejected pains me to even think about, yet you boldly told Brodick how you felt, even though he hadn't spoken his feelings. Actually, he told me I loved him.

physical beauty should have no importance in a lasting relationship.

When you brush your teeth, I'll squeeze the toothpaste.

Never be ruled by possessions, and never, ever make wealth more important to you than your self-respect and your dignity. - Lady Taylor

In a low whisper she was certain only her friend could hear, she said, I specifically remember we both promised never to drink from any man's goblet of wine. From the looks of you, Frances Catherine, I'm thinking you broke your word.

You're taller than I am, but I'm stronger, and meaner right this minute than you could ever imagine - Lady Madelyne.

Respect was earned, not demanded, but dignity was taught by example.

Trouble follows you like a shadow, Gillian. You're prone to injuries. I swear to God, if a tree decided to fall right now, it would find your head to land on. Oh, for heaven's sake, she muttered. I'll admit that I have had a run of bad fortune, but— He wouldn't let her continue. A run of bad fortune? Since I've known you, you've been beaten, stabbed and now shot with an arrow. If this keeps up, you'll be dead in another month

Listen, you. Don't threaten me. I could make your life a nightmare. He put his hand in front of her face and unfolded three fingers as he said, I'm F-B-I. She smiled. It wasn't the reaction he expected. You want to talk nightmares? she said. She put her hand up to his face and unfolded her three fingers. I'm I-R-S.

Well? Well, what? Damn it, Nathan, tell me what you think. About what? Lady Sara, Colin persisted. What do you think of her? The truth, Colin? His friend gave a quick nod. Nathan's smile was slow, easy. She'll fit through the window.

It's a shame you know, he called over his shoulder. What's a shame? Duncan asked. That I didn't capture her first. Duncan smiled. Nay, Edmond, it was a blessing. God's truth, I would have taken her from you.