“You could have arrived atop a wildcat and no one would have said a word. They will adore you.” — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“You were kidnapped not?" "I was kidnapped." "You were forced not into marriage?" "I was forced into marriage." "You want not an… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Oh, they'll never believe a woman could solve such puzzles. They'll just assume I'm humoring you by editing it myself and allowing… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Thought you didn't like red hair." One of Drew's dimples kicked in as he draped an arm about Grandma's shoulder. "Must have… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Their daughter scrunched up her hands and legs, waving them wildly in the air. He opened his palm, allowing the babe to… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“He wants a fifteen thousand pound settlement." "Fifteen thousand!" "He says you're a great deal of trouble." She hesitated for one startled… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“You next," he said. "Out of those clothes and into bed." She nodded but didn't move from Sally's side. The thought of… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Where are you going?" "To get my Bible." "Right now? You can't get your Bible out right now! I'm, I'm, we're just… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Lord Randall barreled inside, brandishing his cane in Drew's face. "You beggarly knave, I was told this marriage was in name only!… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“That first scream, my lord, was indeed your daughter, my wife, and if you kill me, your grandchild will be quite without… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Ho! Wise men say, 'He who hath not a good and ready memory should never meddle in telling lies.'" Drew smiled. "I… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Look. Isn't he beautiful?" Drew's expression softened. "Ah, Nellie. He's bald, pink, and has no teeth. What's so beautiful about that?" Nellie's… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Sneezeweed, Drew?" He grinned. "Jealous?" "Surprised." "Remind me, and I'll have a talk with Gerald. Give him a few tips." "Promise?" "Absolutely.” — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“Bitter disappointment pushed tears from her eyes. "Now what's wrong? I said you could wear it." She drew in a shaky breath.… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
“She hated Mr. Meanie. But she'd gotten to know him and they'd reached an understanding of sorts. Now she was to have… — Deeanne Gist Copy Share Image
