Quotes from Julie Garwood

For though Duncan was a mere mortal, flawed as well, he'd accomplished a daring feat. Aye, he'd captured an angel. And she belonged to him.

You're English, he said. And I will therefore make certain allowances for you. I realize you don't understand you shouldn't argue with me, and so I'll explain it to you. Don't argue with me. Incredulous, she said, That's it? 'Don't argue with me' is your explanation as to why I shouldn't argue with you?

I don't like seeing you cry. You will stop. I'll give you a promise, he said gruffly. And then you will cease your worrying. You will have confidence in my ability to protect you, he ordered. You will have faith in me. I command it.

We English have perfect eyesight. Alec finally turned to look at her. Are you jesting with me, wife? You decide, husband. Aye, you are, Alec answered. I've already learned all about the English sense of humor. And what have you learned? You don't have any.

I'm wearing clothes in my thoughts and dreams though. What am I wearing in yours? she asked. Me. Conversation between Mary Rose and Harrison in Julie Garwood's FOR THE ROSES

Madelyne, we're married now. 'Tis a usual occurrence to bed one's wife on the wedding night.

The surgical nurses were right. Theo Buchanan was gorgeous.. and sexy as hell. But none of that should matter. She was his physician, nothing more, nothing less.. His hair was sticking up and he needed a shave, but he was still sexy. There wasn't anything wrong with her noticing that.. unless, of course, he noticed her noticing.

Isabelle, it's all right for you to be a little afraid, but you should also be very excited and joyful, too. You're about to bring a new life into this world. I would rather Winslow do it.

He who controls the remote, controls the world

You might have started out with a clever plan in mind, but you fell in love with her somewhere along the way, didn't you? Iain refused to answer him. Douglas wouldn't let it go. Do you love Judith? Iain let out a sigh. Judith's brother was turning out to be one hell of a nuisance. Do you honestly believe I would marry a Maclean if I didn't love her? Laird Maclean let out a snort of laughter. Welcome to the family, son.

Is he all right? Jade asked Sterns. He Swooned I know he swooned, Jade replied.

Do you think my husband and his soldiers will be overly upset with me? The priest broke into a wide grin. I'll stand by your side when we find out, he said. I would be honored to escort you to your husband. The priest took hold of Johanna's arm. She didn't notice. I expect them to be a little upset at first, she explained. But only just a little. Yes, he agreed. Tell me, lass. When was your last confession? Why do you ask? It's preferred to receive absolution before you meet your Maker.

Knowledge is freedom and with freedom comes understanding.

I will find her. And when you do? Roger asked. I will make her mine, the warrior answered in a hard, determined voice. She will be mine. The vow was made.

Gabrielle turned to Colm. "These men will be of interest to you." Colm looked them over. "Why is that?" he asked. With her back to the infidels, she whispered, "They like to dig holes.

Any man who lives by his beliefs is to be admired, not mocked.

Judith took a deep breath. Aye, you captured Iain's wife, she said again. But he married your daughter.

Going to university is only one avenue to gain knowledge. There are others. A degree isn't insurance against ignorance.

If you get yourself killed, I'll find your grave and spit on it, she threatened. Then I'll take every care. You promise me? I promise you.

Men. They were all so incredibly easy to sway. Pat them on their heads, give them something to eat, and they'll follow you anywhere. Add a smile and a few stupid compliments, and they'll immediately forget all about their other responsibilities.

He'd gone to Louddon's fortress to take Madelyne captive. His plan was revenge; an eye for an eye. And that had been reason enough. Until she'd warmed his feet. Everything had changed at that moment. Duncan had known with a certainty he couldn't deny that they were henceforth bound together. He could never let her go.

I am not a poor child, Lady Eleanor, Madelyne announced, letting her anger sound in her voice. Duncan won't marry you. He won't sign the contracts. He'd have to give up his greatest treasure in order to marry you. And what be that treasure? Lady Eleanor inquired, her voice mild. Why, I'm Duncan's greatest treasure. He'd be a fool to give me up, she added. And even you must know that Duncan is anything but a fool.

Iain didn't go back to sleep for a long while. He continued to think about all the logical reasons he would never allow himself to be turned into a lovesick weakling like Patrick, and when he finally fell asleep, he had convinced himself that he would distance his heart from his mind. He dreamed about her.

I love you. We're getting married, and that's the way it is. Get used to it.