Quotes from Julie Garwood

sometimes the most simple conclusion is also the most correct

foolish men say things in anger that they later regret and an angry tongue does not mean one is guilty.

You're bruised, as ugly as one of your Cyclops, and I can barely stand to look at you. - Duncan to Madelyne.

Still, they were two thorns from the same thistle. Their tactics in terrorizing innocent ladies were identical. Their behavior was downright sinful, but what made it even worse was the fact that neither warrior seemed to realize the effect he had on others.

An english baron wed to my daughter? I'll die first, I will. Johanna quit rubbing Claire's shoulder and stepped forward. A very rich baron, she blurted out. The laird frowned at Johanna with what she thought was indignation. Wealth is not an issue here, he muttered. How rich? They were married an hour later.

Take pride away from a man and you might as well run a knife through his heart.

Warriors do not speak of such feelings. I love you too, son, but I won't be telling you so.

But she would never forget Brodick... or the spontaneous kiss he'd given her that had meant nothing to him and everything to her.

Made­lyne, I would like to speak to you in pri­vate after din­ner. Speak to me about what? Made­lyne de­manded with a dis­grun­tled look. Men and their horses, Dun­can told her

He was as naked as a wolf. Made­lyne grabbed the blan­ket and threw it to­ward him. Cover your­self, Dun­can. It isn't de­cent to let me see your legs.

Remorse has no place in a warrior's mind... A war is like a game of chess, Nicholaa. Every battle is like a well-thought-out move on the board. Once it begins, there shouldn't be any emotion involved whatsoever.

Then it stands to reason that love doesn't make a man less than what he already is. It makes him vulnerable. Perhaps it does, Ramsey agreed. And if his mind is constantly consumed with thoughts of her, then he becomes weak. Is that not so? Ramsey smiled. I'll tell you what is so. You love her, Brodick, and that scares the hell out of you. I should have broken your nose.

Isabelle is like a warrior going into battle and she needs… you said yes? You'd really choose an inexperienced squire? she asked, her voice incredulous. He laughed. I would. She smiled. You're lying to me to make me feel better. It's all right. It's working. Now tell me another lie.

Iain didn't know what to say to her. They had all asked an incredible amount from her. She was such an innocent, too. Hell, she wasn't even married, and yet they'd demanded she deliver a baby. He wasn't even certain if she knew how Isabelle had conceived the babe.

Every man has a weakness, he patiently explained. I'll find theirs, I promise you. Every man? Yes, he answered emphatically. His hand moved to the back of her neck. Twisting her curls around his fist, he jerked her head back. His face loomed over hers, his breath warm and sweet as he stared down into her eyes. What is your weakness, Brodick? she asked. You.

Brenna jumped to her feet the second Father Sinclair entered the chamber. I'm so happy to see you, she cried out. Be happy sitting down, Jamie ordered, hovering over her patient like a mother hen.

She wished she could understand her reaction to him. Why, her heart was pacing a wild beat again. Madelyne dared a quick look up and found Duncan was watching her intently. He looked so handsome. She wanted him to be ugly.

courting is for those who have not declared their love for one another- should not be considered a task.

When she was rested. she'd find a way to escape. It was the duty of the captive, wasn't it?

You've given me value, Dun­can. In my heart I know I mat­ter to you.

She sat down at the table and spent a good hour talking about her husband. She told Judith how they'd met, how he relentlessly pursued her, and finished by mentioning just a hundred or two of his special qualities. The only thing the man wasn't capable of was walking on water… yet. Judith made that comment when her friend paused for breath.

The little boy leaned against his father's chest and slowly nodded. Yes, he said. I heard all of the names, but I don't remember the other two… just the man who hurt Gillian. That's the name I most want, Brodick said softly. Who is he, Alec? Alec, please, Gillian began. Tell me, Alec. Who is he? Baron, Alec whispered. His name is Baron.

Diana: "Christina said the strangest thing." – Lyon: "Of course she did.

Do you have feelings for this kind man? You shouldn't ask her such a question, Frances Catherine said. But do you, Gillian?