“He sat down, his eyes locked on hers. Although his gaze did stray to her lips, if he was honest with himself,… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He leaned down and kissed her, harder than he meant to, and when he pulled away, her eyes were still closed, as… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“Besides, if she was able to get away, Dorothea would obtain the one thing that Avelina had dreamed of, written stories about,… — Melanie Dickerson Poetry Copy Share Image
“Reinhart frowned at him. “I am surprised you are so quick to allude to your new wife’s lawbreaking activities.” “She would not… — Melanie Dickerson Marriage Copy Share Image
“He had avoided thoughts of marriage as long as he was still a gamekeeper, but seeing that couple, he felt a slight… — Melanie Dickerson Love Copy Share Image
“What if his brother had never died? What if Reinhart had still been just a knight, a captain of his brother’s guard?… — Melanie Dickerson Brother Copy Share Image
“He still looked a bit angry, as if he was thinking of something unjust. He was so tall and strong, and his… — Melanie Dickerson Tears Copy Share Image
“He wanted to ask her what she was thinking, but he decided to just enjoy the soft, sweet look on her face.… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“Magdalen's eyes were wide and her mouth hung open. She was so sweet and beautiful. She would make a wonderful margrave's wife.… — Melanie Dickerson Friendship Copy Share Image
“How good it had felt to be chosen by him, even in the midst of her horror at what was about to… — Melanie Dickerson Servant Copy Share Image
“Magdalen, who was by far the best choice for Lord Thornbeck. Except me. Avelina would be good for him. She could make… — Melanie Dickerson Believe in love Copy Share Image
“I enjoyed talking to you,” she whispered softly. “I wanted to talk to you. But I was afraid if I drew your… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“She closed her eyes, since he was behind her and couldn’t see her anyway, and seared this last kindness into her memory,… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He could control himself. He was not some addle-brained boy of fifteen who would take advantage of any girl who let him.… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“And although he had never thought a wife with strong opinions was a good thing, he actually found he liked her opinions—or… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He went to help her dismount. Odette held on to him. She didn’t meet his eyes, and she did not remove her… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“Jorgen stood and held his hand out to her. She took it and he pulled her to her feet. The pained-but-hopeful look… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“She closed her eyes for a moment and it flooded back to her—how Lord Thornbeck had rushed to save her, how he… — Melanie Dickerson Time Copy Share Image
“I suggest you marry Jorgen Hartman. In fact, I strongly suggest it.” Odette looked at Jorgen. He looked back at her. By… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“The sight of her closed eyelids and parted lips was too much for his weak restraint, and he kissed her again. She… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“How would Avelina, the daughter of a crippled former stable master and a lady’s maidservant, ever fool the Margrave of Thornbeck and… — Melanie Dickerson Children Copy Share Image
“She wants to be wooed, even after she is married, to be cherished and loved for her very self. His heart thumped… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“She stared down at her folded hands in her lap, her lips parted in a way that made his heart pound against… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“She’d been dreaming about being trapped in a gloomy, dark, half-ruined castle where there lived a beastly lord so hideous and animal-like… — Melanie Dickerson Dreams Copy Share Image
“Even though the dance floor was filled with beauty and color enough to dazzle any eye, Odette had no desire to look… — Melanie Dickerson Beauty Copy Share Image
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“We shall dedicate this battle to the woman who freed us.” Sir Klas turned from halfway up the stairs. “She is the… — Melanie Dickerson War Copy Share Image
“She nestled against his chest in the sweetest way, making his breath hitch in his throat. He hugged her close, brushing his… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“When he didn’t say anything else, Odette’s hand moved down his arm, and she slipped her hand inside his. His heart beat… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He resisted the urge to caress her shoulder . . . her hair . . . her back. He closed his eyes,… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“As soon as they were out of sight of the margrave, she turned to him in the dimly lit corridor, slipped her… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“You remembered.” She sounded breathless. “It is true. It is what I want. To be cherished and loved.” Being with her was… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He leaned toward her, his face only a breath away. His intense look captured her fully. His words rumbled from his chest.… — Melanie Dickerson Intense Copy Share Image
“I will come back for you as soon as I can." He stared at her, running a hand over his short beard.… — Melanie Dickerson Fairytale-retelling Copy Share Image
“As if that pain was worse than finding out she had deceived him. No, the wolves had nothing to do with this… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“A shiver went up her spine. Part of her wanted to lean toward him so she could see deeper into his brown… — Melanie Dickerson Brown eyes Copy Share Image
“He imagined his arm embracing her, pulling her back against his chest, her head resting against him, her temple against his cheek.… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“King Karl sent his own musicians and minstrels to entertain at the wedding feast. The first night they sang the song they… — Melanie Dickerson Love Copy Share Image
“but behind her mask, she smiled flirtatiously at him, letting the warm sensations spread all through her, from her hand to her… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
“He scooped her up before she knew what he was doing and placed her in his lap. “Now put your head on… — Melanie Dickerson Copy Share Image
