Soé Abreu

“Romance isn’t gratuitous bodice ripping. It can be, and there’s nothing wrong with that, but in the end, romance isn’t about the fantasy of being wealthy or beautiful or even being tied to the bed.” More laughter, but I have their attention now. “It’s about elevating stories of joy above stories of pain. It is about seeing yourself as the main character in a very interesting—or maybe even quiet—life that is entirely yours to control. It is, my friends, the fantasy of significance.”
― Christina Lauren, The True Love Experiment

“Get up,” he said, his voice soft but so commanding I obeyed without thinking. “You’re about to find out what happens when you invite yourself into the lion’s den.”
― Ana Huang, Twisted Love

“Everything is nice. But …” But that’s the problem. If this goes on, I might just die of guilt. But if this ends, I already have too much to grieve. Somehow, despite all my rules and reservations, I’m already in too deep, so far lost in the waves that sinking feels easier than swimming.”
― Ann Liang, This Time It's Real

“I like you just the way you are, Quinn. ALL of you. Even the grumpy Christmas version of you. Whatever way I can have you. That’s the way I want you. I love your confidence and your drive. I love that you're fearless and ambitious. I love your attitude, your sass, your heart, and how kind you are. Whatever version you are or want to be, that’s who I want.”
― Maren Moore, The Mistletoe Bet