“And the shower of roses spun around me, inviting me to take part in their ever-present waltz.”
― The Rose and the Sword
― The Rose and the Sword
“The rich smell of the rose was almost visible; I fancied it lent a rosy edge to the shadows cast by the firelight.”
― Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
― Beauty: A Retelling of the Story of Beauty and the Beast
“She couldn't see the homemade colored sprinkles, the tender yellow cake, or the pale pink frosting made with strawberry syrup enhanced with a little rosewater. Although our local strawberries weren't in season yet, I had conjured the aroma and taste of juicy berries warmed by the sun. I hoped this flavor would help the two old people return once more to their youth and the carefree feeling of a summer day.”
― The Cake Therapist
― The Cake Therapist
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