Anna Hackett > Quotes

“So, I may not be an expert on fathers, but I know that anyone who makes you feel less than worthy, especially someone who I believe is supposed to love and protect you, is not worth your effort.”
― Anna Hackett, Among Galactic Ruins

“I read once that grief is like a box with a ball inside it,” he said. “Inside the box is a button, and when the ball hits the button, you feel the pain of your loved one’s loss.” She nodded. “At first, the ball is huge and hits the button all the time.” His hands flexed on the wheel. “But over time, the ball shrinks. It doesn’t hit the button as often.” He stopped at some lights and looked at her. “But every now and then, it still manages to hit that button, and it still hurts.”
― Anna Hackett, The Bodyguard

“A mother makes sacrifices for her child. It doesn’t matter if that child is perfect or a perfect mess. I love her so much. No matter what she’s done, I love her just as she is.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Protection

“real strength is how you cope with the things you didn’t want or plan for.”
― Anna Hackett, Protector

“Magnus stiffened, his body like steel. “You don’t look at her.” The chill in his voice made Halla’s smile dissolve. “You don’t talk to her.” Magnus shoved Ever toward Jax, and loomed over the merchant. “You certainly don’t threaten her.”
― Anna Hackett, Cyborg

“Young man.” They all swiveled to face the old lady propped up in the bed nearby. “Your young woman has been through a lot, and it appears she loves you very much.” The woman smiled. “Humor an old lady and kiss her again.” Axel barked out a laugh. “Yes, ma’am,” Lachlan said. “And please don’t do your shirt up yet, either.” The old lady winked.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Protection

“So, the lure of Earth was too strong for you to resist?” “No. It wasn’t the main reason I came.” She turned. “Oh? And what was that reason?” The time for games was over. “You. I came because of you.” Nera went very, very still. Then she leaned against the wall. “That’s a foolish reason.” “I don’t think so.” He took a step closer to her. “I decided it was time to explore what’s between us.”
― Anna Hackett, Return to Dark Earth

“We’ll put him in a holding room,” Vander said. “Ask him a few questions.” Rhys lifted his chin. He wanted to go in and question the man himself, but he needed to take care of Haven. She cleared her throat. “Ah, is ask a few questions a euphemism for rough him up a bit?” The corner of Vander’s mouth twitched. “No.” The breath rushed out of her. “Oh, good.” “It’s a euphemism for, if he doesn’t answer my questions, I’ll beat the shit out of him,” Vander said. “Catch you guys later.”
― Anna Hackett, The Investigator

“The man in the lead had a silver arm and implant around his neon-blue eye. Magnus Rone. Beside him stood a grim-faced, silver-furred Tano, holding a weapon in each of his four hands—House of Zeringei. Next to him was a man wearing a leather harness and a green cloak—House of Loden. Another gladiator flanked Magnus wearing blue, fish-scale armor—House of Man’u. On the other side of him, stood a massive fighter dressed all in black with a skull logo on his shoulder and a face that looked hewn from rock—House of Mortas. Behind them spread out a line of fierce looking fighters of different species. All of them held weapons—swords, staffs, axes. The imperators of Kor Magna had arrived.”
― Anna Hackett, Imperator

“Then there was just their harsh panting. “I’ll never look at this table the same way again,” she murmured. He made a sound that might have been a chuckle. He caught her chin. “Next time, stay in the car.” She grinned. “Hot Stuff, I might need to explain consequences and rewards to you. If this is what I get when I get out of the car…” He tweaked her nipple,”
― Anna Hackett, The Troubleshooter

“And I know I've got a battle on my hands to convince you to be mine, but, darling, consider this a declaration of war.”
― Anna Hackett, Blackmailing Mr. Bossman

“Axel,” she breathed. “Why do you make me feel so safe?”
“Because I’d risk anything to keep you safe.”
A sad smile flitted over her lush lips. “Except your heart.” His fingers flexed on her skin. “My heart withered and died a long time ago.” Her hand cupped his cheek. “I don’t believe that.”
“If I had a heart, it would be yours.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Shield

“She would be a warrior queen, who would stand by his side, no matter what.”
― Anna Hackett, Gladiator

“The Imperator of the House of Aviar stood nearby. The big man shook his head. “What is it about these Earth women?”
― Anna Hackett, Imperator

“At the end of the aisle stood the celebrant, dressed as Elvis. Seth shook his head. January had insisted that if they were getting married in Vegas, they had to be married by an Elvis impersonator. Seth didn’t care. He’d marry her naked in a shark tank if she wanted.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Rescue

“We’ve all lost, Noah. But now, it’s about how we pick ourselves up and move forward. Wallowing in the past doesn’t help. The past will always be remembered, and the people we loved will always be special.”
― Anna Hackett, Noah

“I love you." His voice was shaky.
She sucked in a breath. "Axel..." Tears welled in her eyes and her chest was so tight.
"Thought that would make you happy."
"It does." A tear slid down her cheek. "It's just, no one's ever said that to me before."
"What?" he breathed.
"No one," she whispered.
He yanked her close. "Your fucking parents-"
She clutched him tighter.
"You own my heart, Natalie," he said. "And what's left of my soul. I've never given them to anyone before.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Shield

“I think you have all kinds of secrets that you never share.” His fingers stroked her cheek, and she shivered. “You don’t want my secrets, Hayden.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You saved me.” She reached for his hand and pulled it so that his palm pressed to her chest. “Feel my heart beating, Shep. It’s doing that because of you. I’m here because of you.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“She dug in and let out a moan. "This is so good. Will you marry me?"
He sipped his coffee and watched color fill her cheeks. "Yes."
She choked, and grabbed her glass of juice and drank a long gulp.
Liam found he liked the idea of Aspen Chandler in his life long-term.
She eyed him warily. "I... Um ... I wasn't really asking."
He let his smile widen. "I'd be happy if you just moved in for a while, first."
Her green eyes went wide. "You're just messing with me, right?"
He rested his elbows on the island and leaned over and kissed her nose. "You're the crack PI, what do you think?"
"I think I'm going to eat the rest of this fabulos French toast and ignore you.”
― Anna Hackett, Blackmailing Mr. Bossman

“I have had a shitty day.” Stab. Stab. “I do not need—” stab, stab “—a giant plant eating me!”
― Anna Hackett, Warrior

“Babe? You okay?” He dropped a kiss to her shoulder. “Yes.” “Have I rendered you speechless with my skills and prowess?” She snorted. “Don’t get cocky.” “I already did.” He nudged her butt with said cock. “Twice.”
― Anna Hackett, The Troubleshooter

“The last thing I want is a woman. They need attention, they want things, they’re demanding.” “The trick is to find a good one.” Shep grunted. “Fuck, no.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Damn judgmental dog.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Needs

“Gemma Newhouse was his to protect, his to care for, his to love. His to die for.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Needs

“It wasn’t every day Boone fished a billionaire heiress out of the river. Gemma Newhouse was the daughter of the richest man in America. Shit. Boone smelled trouble. The bad kind.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Needs

“What?” “My grumpy rescuer, you couldn’t be more stereotypical if you tried. Reclusive mountain man.” “I like the mountains.” “Of course, you do. Because you can avoid people.” “Yeah.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Thank you for coming, everyone,” Elvis called out. “Shall we get the party started?” Seth and January traded vows in front of their friends and family, the bright sun shining down on them. “I now pronounce you badass and wife,” Elvis said.”
― Anna Hackett, Mission: Her Rescue

“That’s impossible.” He pulled her into the kitchen, then gripped her slim waist and set her on the island.”
― Anna Hackett, The Detective

“You…you blindsided me. I like to plan, assess, and win. But I’ve been scrambling to catch up ever since you arrived in my life.”
― Anna Hackett, Cyborg