Her heart was bruised by the kiss, smashed and surprised and unsettled by it. September thought kisses were all nice, sweet things asked for gently and given gladly. It had happened so fast and sharp it had taken her breath.… — Catherynne M. Valente Copy Share Image
“Even from here, he could see her heightened color- not quite chaise-longue color, but a bright pink- and that she kept touching her mouth. It was likely bruised from his kiss, and even though he felt profound regret at it… — Megan Frampton Copy Share Image
