“then her ladyship, overwhelming in bronze bombazine, regally glided away. Cedric smiled” — Stephanie Laurens Cedric Smiled Copy Share Image
“Get out of here, Antonia. Now.” There was no real force behind the command, as if only a part of him meant… — Stephanie Laurens Command Copy Share Image
“My brand of persuasion doesn't work well at a distance.” — Stephanie Laurens Distance Copy Share Image
“That woman who was her true self saw Lord Sebastian Cynster, Marquess of Earith, as, quite simply, hers.” — Stephanie Laurens Nature Copy Share Image
Love simply is - it asks no permissions. Acceptance is all love asks, the only demand it makes, but it is an… — Stephanie Laurens Absolutes Copy Share Image
“My heart only have one thought, one want. One néed. Despite all, in spite of all…All my heart has ever wanted is… — Stephanie Laurens Inperational Copy Share Image
“Frowning, she looked up. "You can't want to ravish me every time we meet." Oh, yes, he could. Demon gritted his teeth...” — Stephanie Laurens Demon Copy Share Image
“And that's my point," Richard stated. "Do you remember when you stood there, in a ballroom or whatever, and watched her stalk… — Stephanie Laurens Copy Share Image
“he'd slumped beside her. " You can't fear losing me half as much as I fear losing you." It had been a… — Stephanie Laurens Copy Share Image
My heart only ever had one thought, one want. One need. Despite all, in spite of all...All my heart has ever wanted… — Stephanie Laurens Adoration Copy Share Image
“It's the thought that counts-quite literally. There's energy in doing and in intention, and it matters. It makes a difference.” — Stephanie Laurens Energy Copy Share Image
“I'm a Cynster--I've been raised to acquire, defend, and protect. My family is the core of my existence--without a family, without children,… — Stephanie Laurens Children Copy Share Image
“The warm stillness within the room was broken only by the rustling of sheets, and soft, urgent murmurs. Then the silence gave… — Stephanie Laurens Serenity Copy Share Image
“And remembered—all he'd nearly forgotten, all her wild responses had driven from his mind. This was one seduction he had to, needed… — Stephanie Laurens First step Copy Share Image
“Assault!" he croaked. "The battery might yet follow." The warning- entirely unnecessary from Patience's perspective- came from Vane. One look at his… — Stephanie Laurens Defending Copy Share Image
“Her gaze on Vane, Patience wished she could see his eyes. His expression was unreadable. Shoulders propped against the stone arch, arms… — Stephanie Laurens Brooding Copy Share Image
“She drew a swift breath, and let it out on the words: "I love you—more than I've ever loved anyone. I love… — Stephanie Laurens I love you Copy Share Image
Love wasn't a happening one decided on---to indulge or not, to partake or not. To feel or not. When it came, when… — Stephanie Laurens Decided Copy Share Image
“His rake's smile returning, Vane stood and strolled toward her. "Speaking of performance, would you like me to carry you to lunch?"… — Stephanie Laurens Patience-and-vane Copy Share Image
“She’d been expecting him to do so and had planned her revenge. She tipped forward as he lifted her; the shift in… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“I assume 'elegant gentlemen,' such as you, learn such useful skills very early in life." "Actually, no." Straight-faced, Vane reached for her… — Stephanie Laurens Gentlemen Copy Share Image
“Delicate, hauntingly uncertain music floated out of the house. Vane heard it as he walked up from the stables. The lilting strains… — Stephanie Laurens Music Copy Share Image
“So," he murmured, his tone deep, "nothing of any moment happened here." Her gaze transfixed by the long strip of linen, Patience… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“Beyond his volition, Vane's gaze lowered to her lips, to the soft rose-tinted curves he now knew so well. Their shape was… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“That's obviously my cue to depart." Patience grinned. "Coward," she whispered, as he passed her chair. A heartbeat later, he'd swung about… — Stephanie Laurens Caress Copy Share Image
“Patience's mental imprecations reached new heights. Mrs. Chadwick had not lied- Vane Cynster was the very epitome of an elegant gentleman. His… — Stephanie Laurens Elegant Copy Share Image
“Patience's breath caught. Her lids fell. Wordlessly, she lifted her face, offering her lips. He took them, took her- as their lips… — Stephanie Laurens Arousal Copy Share Image
“That kiss was a revelation- Patience had never imagined a simple kiss could be so bold, so heavily invested with meaning. His… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“Do you ride?" The question was out of his mouth before he'd thought. She glanced at him, surprised by the comment coming… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“I've been meaning to ask," Breckenridge said, "jus how you came to topple backward off that rail." He looked at her. "What… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“His first stop was the local branch of Child's Bank; once he replenished his supply of cash, he followed the bank manager's… — Stephanie Laurens Fashion Copy Share Image
“He'd drawn her as close as propriety allowed; her green skirts swished against his boots. She was all woman, soft and curvaceous,… — Stephanie Laurens Attraction Copy Share Image
“They'd followed him up and had seen him open the door of a room not far from the head of the stairs.… — Stephanie Laurens Around the corner Copy Share Image
“Why did you stay?" He stilled; again, Patience felt the net draw tight, felt paralysis set in as his predator's senses focused… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“I have a request to make,my lord." He held her gaze; she could see him trying to decide what she might ask,… — Stephanie Laurens Desire Copy Share Image
“Holding her breath, she stepped out, heading for the better-illuminated section of the room. Hard hands closed about her upper arms. She… — Stephanie Laurens Scaring Copy Share Image
“What's your enterprise of choice?" Vane grinned. "Hops." Patience blinked. "Hops?" "A vital ingredient used to flavor and clarify beers. I own… — Stephanie Laurens Brewery Copy Share Image
“If I'd made it to the back parlor, I'd have been safe." Straightening, Vane met her gaze. "Safe from what? There's a… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
“I'm unaccustomed to being cooped up all day-I really must insist that you permit me to enjoy a short walk." "Not on… — Stephanie Laurens Breaking point Copy Share Image
“I've grown sick of the upstairs parlor." The parlor he'd arranged for her. "I'm bored there." Vane glanced at her as he… — Stephanie Laurens Gaze Copy Share Image
