Martine

“She was shaking her head, her breath quickening. “I cannot marry you. Not you.” His smile faded. “Yet, you were prepared to wed the giant.” “Lord Tannenbrook is a friend. You are …” Waiting, he loosened his hold, let his palms discover the softness of freckled skin and settle beneath her elbows. “Yes? I am?” Her lips parted, her eyes searching his face. “A devil.” His grin returned, growing as he witnessed the tiny shiver she attempted to stifle. Carefully, he let his fingers linger on her skin a moment longer before dropping his hands to his sides. She did not move, but swayed before him, her eyes riveted to his. “Most observant, Miss Lancaster. A devil, indeed. But that does not change my title. Nor your father’s leverage.”
― Elisa Braden, A Rescued from Ruin Collection: Volume Two

“I read a study a few months ago”
― Morgan Elizabeth, Tis the Season for Revenge

“Rosie: you’re supposed to side with me. Lucas: I’ll always be on your side.”
― Elena Armas, The American Roommate Experiment

“Touch her, and I’ll kill you.” Cole’s voice is downright arctic.”
― Elsie Silver, A Photo Finish