E.M. Denning > Quotes

“The room was filled with a strange vibe of awkwardness that I was sure could only be dissolved by kissing him again or running away.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“It’s always the ones we’re not supposed to have who are the most irresistible.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“One month. Thirty days. I could bury myself in my art and forget the feel of his lips sliding across mine. I could forget the scent of his cologne, the way my body reacted when he touched me.

I sighed. Thirty days suddenly seemed like an eternity.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“Eli had shone a light into my world, he'd lit up the dark corners just by existing and even if I walked away now, I knew I'd ache for him.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“I opened my eyes to find a fuzzy face staring into mine. I laughed and scratched Boomer’s head. “Your dog is a pervert, he watched the whole thing.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“Through a veil of tears I watched the city get smaller and smaller. It was funny, because it sort of felt as if my heart was doing the same thing.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“There was no slow build. No peaceful meander to the summit. It was like sheet lighting stretching across a stormy sky—beautiful and blinding. I leaned forward and seized his mouth with mine.”
― E.M. Denning, Measure For Measure

“We’ll have to go back there one day, the both of us. You can show my all your favorite places.”

“Silly man,” I laughed and pulled his face down to mine. “You are my favorite place.”
― E.M. Denning, Boomerang

“Ari shot Hunter an amused look. “Really? Have we reverted to second grade humor?”  “I’ll have you know, I was a fucking hilarious seven-year-old.”  “You still are.” Killian laughed and paused in front of the bookstore.”
― E.M. Denning, Spare Parts

“Not only were my nerves shot, but my body was a traitor. I didn’t want to melt against him. I didn’t want to enjoy the feeling of his lips sliding across my skin. I didn’t want to like the possessive way his fingers dug into my waist or the way his erection pressed against me.”
― E.M. Denning, Measure For Measure

“Stick with me, kid. I’ve got this.” His words were an echo of a promise he made long ago, not long after we first met. He always knew exactly what to say, to do, and that’s the reason I didn’t move away when he brought his lips down to mine. It’s the reason I let my hands slide over his bare chest. They mimicked the way his tongue slid along my lower lip when I sighed and melted into him.”
― E.M. Denning, Measure For Measure

“This is the best, worst idea I’ve ever had.”
― E.M. Denning, Spare Parts

“because Rory was right. Nick would always need the give and take. The freedom to let go and the power to take control. If Nick loved Rory, shouldn't he be able to give Rory all of himself? Maybe he didn't know what love was either (p.10)”
― E.M. Denning, What He Fears

“Andrew's innocence coupled with the way he latched onto Nick made Rory think of him as a baby bear, someone who gave friendship easily and had an endearing innocence. Someone who desperately wanted guidance and who clung to authority figures. (p.25)”
― E.M. Denning, What He Fears

“Ryker smiled at me. “You learn quick—”

I cut him off. “If you call me grasshopper, I’m going to slug you.”

“Padawan.”

I shoved him. It was more like shoving a tree. He didn’t even flinch. “You’re such a nerd.”

“Geek, Millie. I’m a geek.” His lips twitched and it made me want to raise myself up on my tiptoes and kiss him.

I shot him a grin instead. “Only a nerd would know the difference.”
― E.M. Denning, Measure For Measure

“He was beautiful with his lust-flushed cheeks and his kiss-swollen lips. And he was his. Alan’s boy. His Little One. His Sweetheart.”
― E.M. Denning, The Desires Series: Boxed Set

“Your dick was extra big tonight, Eugene. Like, I swear you must be part grinch. But instead of your heart spontaneously growing three sizes, it’s your dick.”
― E.M. Denning, Upstate Education: The Complete Series

“Every good Dom was a sub at one time.”
― E.M. Denning, The Desires Series: Boxed Set