“There was no heaven here. Eternal life meant waking up as a putrid corpse.” — Susan Dennard Death Copy Share Image
“Even the greatest feats of man lose their luster when one's head is filled with storm clouds.” — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“Miss Fitt, you know curiosity gets men killed." I grinned. "Then I daresay it's good I'm a woman.” — Susan Dennard Curiosity Copy Share Image
“You have the curiosity of a cat and common sense of a goldfish.” — Susan Dennard Cats Copy Share Image
“The fault is not in our stars," I whispered to the ceiling. "But in ourselves. This was my choice.” — Susan Dennard Astronomy Copy Share Image
“We waddled through life blindly, hoping to find something—and someone—worth fighting for.” — susan dennard Copy Share Image
“I brandished my parasol at him like a rapier. "You, sir, are an abominable scalawag of a man, and I'll be damned… — Susan Dennard Humor Copy Share Image
“That's a very comforting response, Oliver. Of course I can trust you implicitly when all you care about is using me for… — Susan Dennard Comforting Copy Share Image
“ You are strong and independent , I told myself as I unlocked the door. Capable and clever. No males needed. ” — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“Mama forbade me to attend the Exhibition after an over-heating spell, yet she insisted I gallivant in the park in the midafternoon… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“Eleanor," Daniel said. "Miss Fitt! Wake up!" I fluttered my eyelids open. "I'm not a misfit anymore," I rasped. "I thought I… — Susan Dennard Misfit Copy Share Image
“I can still make a fist, and breath still burns in my chest. So look at my face. Look at my mortal… — susan dennard Death Copy Share Image
“Can't say I'm surprised you were here. You have the curiosity of a cat and the common sense of a goldfish.” — Susan Dennard Cats Copy Share Image
“While Mary brushed my pistachio silk carriage dress, Mama tugged the laces of my corset as tight as they would go. She… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“No, no, not 'she,' he reminded himself. Cam lived as a boy, and though Merik wasn't used to that yet–to thinking of… — Susan Dennard Cam Copy Share Image
“To pile on the agony, once we reached Shantytown-a collection of shacks around the Exhibition that fed off the scraps of rich… — Susan Dennard Freedom Copy Share Image
“What did you drop?" "Nothing. Stand aside, Empress." "So you were hiding." He set his jaw, and I noticed his face was… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“Why do you ask?" "Because I can." "You can what?" "I can go in the private collection!" I scurried toward him. "My… — Susan Dennard Big mouth Copy Share Image
“Just before Jie and Daniel reached the street, Daniel stopped. He twirled around and gazed up at me, as if he had… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“I can't believe she listened to you." I turned a wide-eyed gaze on Clarence. A grin tugged at his lips. "Yes, I… — Susan Dennard Brother Copy Share Image
“So,Miss Fitt," Clarence said once we turned onto a tree-lined road beside the river, "you are no doubt wondering why I invited… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“Miss Fitt, you know curiosity gets men killed." I grinned. "Then I daresay it's good I'm a woman." He groaned-an amused sound.… — Susan Dennard Curiosity Copy Share Image
“Whatever mischief you're up to, I'll be there for it. Besides, someone must ensure that you behave like a lady." I skittered… — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“How long have you been standing here?" "Only a moment." I fluttered my lashes. I am as innocent as a baby bird,… — Susan Dennard Fresh air Copy Share Image
“Don't think I'll look after you, though-the world would be better off with one less princess." "I'm not a princess," I huffed,… — Susan Dennard Princess Copy Share Image
“They each wore ill-fitting black suits and well-fitting black scowls.” — Susan Dennard Copy Share Image
“The devil can cite Scripture for his purpose." "And the foolish can cite Shakespeare.” — Susan Dennard Bible Copy Share Image
“Two girls who'd once shared tea and gossip were now bound together by death.” — Susan Dennard Death Copy Share Image
“Curiosity is a strong fire, and once ignited, it is not easily put out.” — Susan Dennard Curiosity Copy Share Image
“So tell me, Miss Fitt, do you know when your brother will return?" "No." I wet my lips. "Do you know Elijah?"… — Susan Dennard Brother Copy Share Image
