Christine M. Germain > Quotes

“Exasperating laughter ejects from Trey’s mouth, “A-you’re an asshole, and B- it’s not makeup, it’s a translucent powder to cover up the bruises on my face. Now, what do you want from me?” “Tilly wants to know if you’re hungry. I know how much you like—” Jason pauses, snapping his fingers. “What was that called? Oh yes, tossed salads? Am I right?” “Go fuck yourself, Jason!”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“But what if I have to pee?” Phillip asked. “If you have to relieve yourself, then piss on your girlfriend! She might like it.” Justin barks ending the call.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“He was when I saw him at Matt’s funeral. We argued, and it didn’t end well. I don’t know what’s going on with John. One minute, he’s confused and ignoring me, then the next minute he’s calling and texting me excessively, begging for me to take him back.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Bro, what’s up with those marks on your neck?” Justin asked suspiciously, glancing at black and blue punctured holes on each side of Derrick’s neck. Justin extends his hand towards Derrick’s neck but quickly stopped by Derrick, who slaps his hand away. “Whoa! Easy sailor!” “Did Alex do that?” “Come on, J. What do you think? Alex was a bit rough last night. You know how it is.” Derrick responds with a cockiness to his voice. “Wow, she doesn’t look the type to be that aggressive, Derrick.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“Jason’s approach seems genuine and sincere; it is evident that he feels guilty about Gabby’s death, and he wants to gain Crystal’s trust again. Of course, that is the only way to retrieve the amethyst stone.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Elated, Trey dances his way out of the coven shop, bidding farewell to the bookkeeper. As he heads back outside in the pouring rain, the woman immediately closes the door. Peering through the small window, she watches Trey from a distance before hanging a sign on the main door entrance that reads, “OUT OF BUSINESS.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“I can’t. I live in Alaska, plus Joe never ignores my phone calls. I am his next of kin, and I take care of all his utility bills and mortgage.” “Maybe his phone isn’t working...or he wants to be left alone as per usual.” Bernard breaks down on the other end of the receiver. “I’ve known Joseph for twenty years, and he wouldn’t just vanish without telling me. Joe emails me his electronic checkbook every first week of the month, along with his signature. Since his bills come to my house, I send the checks along with a bill slip to the utility companies.” “Mr. Castellón, emails get lost all the time; I’m sure those checkbooks will show up sooner or later.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“I’m so sorry, Crystal! But there’s nothing I or anyone else can do. Your fate sealed the moment you put on the necklace. Unfortunately, death is your destiny.” “My destiny for what?” “For the brothers to find you and kill you.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Joke all you want. My father will come after you along with the rest of your scooby gang.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“Aren’t you scared?” “Of what, Jason?” “Living in a town where people die or go missing every single day?” “I got used to it for a very long time; it’s scary, but there’s nothing I can do to stop bad things from happening. I chose to come back home because I needed to be with my family. We all have choices in life, Jason, just like you chose to sit on your bike and watch my friend burn to death,”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“By the way, did you enjoy that steamy shower we had together?” He whispers with shrill malice in his tone.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“There’s a black hole in my head, deep inside, slowly swallowing my hopes. My heart hits my chest hard as if it will break my ribs and rip apart my skin. I lock eyes with my son, who glares vehemently at me. I knew this would be my last moment realizing the nothingness is now my existence. Then suddenly, the world slowly disappears in front of me. Closing my eyes, I breathe short pants, feeling numb as tears gather behind my eyes.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“Adoringly gazing at her, Jason’s affectionate gesture indicates an open heart. His thoughtfulness makes Crystal fall deeper for him each time she is in his presence. Lacing his fingers with hers, they proceed down the center of the aisle, where all eyes are directed solely on them.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Derrick sweeps Alex’s curly hair aside and kisses her just over the collarbone. His hand flexed around her back while nibbling at her ears. He gives a reduced groan. “Wǒ xiǎng sī kāi nǐ de hóulóng.” Translation in mandarin: I want to rip your throat out.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“No, I’m taking Crystal to her surprise party,” Alexandria blurts out, realizing she blew her cover. “Oh shit!” She squeals, “I wasn’t supposed to say that.” “Aha!” Crystal points her index finger at her sister, “I knew you were hiding something, double bacon cheeseburger, my ass.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Reciprocated the handshake with a full tooth grin, the man’s mouth twitches upwards on the right, dimpling his cheek. He replies. “My name is Cain, Cain Pierre.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“What?” John backs away from her. “What are you talking about, Crystal? I wasn’t in your shower this morning; I was here on campus trying to find Kyle.” “John, this isn’t funny, now quit fucking around!” She hollers, rising from the bed angrily. Feeling light-headed, Crystal is flabbergasted. Could she have been dreaming the entire thing? Impossible, of course, John was there. What they shared felt more real than anything. His kiss and his touch brought out so many unexplainable emotions.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Now, now, no need to point fingers. Well, in your case, the one intact.” Jason sarcastically replies with no remorse for Trey’s ordeal. “I almost died, buried under those dead bodies because of you!” Trey cries out in rage. “I had nothing to do with you being in that hole. Granted, I dug it out, which was a pain in the ass, but i wasn’t the one that threw you in there,” Jason says with a smug expression.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Stone the Curse of Mastema

“Bill begins to convulse. A thick swarm of steam flows out of his mouth while a revolting stench of burning flesh erupts through the atmosphere. Flamingo Bill drops to his knees as his eyes disgorge blood, “Oh my God, my Skin! My Skin! It didn’t work, you stupid Bitch! I want a divorce!” Flamingo Bill screams as the savior hazmat suit disintegrates, melting his arms and legs before the TV cuts to a bright fuzzy screen that reads, “PLEASE STAND BY.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Gripping and rubbing his erect member, Jason watches it shift into an eight-inch black rattlesnake falling onto the tile flooring. The shuffling vermin claims its place. It slithers its way under Kyle’s pants. Sensing something cold and clammy crawling up his legs, Kyle froze in sheer horror, screaming to the top of his lungs as the rattlesnake pokes out from the crotch area hissing at him.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Displeased by John’s attitude, Crystal immediately deletes the messages and tosses her phone onto a pile of freshly washed clothes beside her bed.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“Sheriff Mills, can you describe the condition of the body before we send the coroners?” “WHAT!” he shouts, appalled by the dispatcher’s question, “Are you on drugs? Did you not hear me say dismembered body? Get me some goddamn help!”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“The uncontrollable urge to surrender her every being without being forced is the most dangerous action a woman can ever do when in the presence of any man.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse

“There’s a place that I want you to see. If you accept my invitation, I promise that I will leave you alone for good.”
― Christine M. Germain, The Brother's Curse