“Obviously, a wife must obey her husband in all important matters. If he continues believing his admonitions are his own ideas, so much the better.” —The Dowager Marchioness of Wallingham to Lady Atherbourne in a letter filled with wifely wisdom.” — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“My traveling coach does not give a fig for sentimentality. Its wheels need only a taste of November mud to become gleefully mired—an opportunity… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “Virtue is its own reward.But then, the same could be said for sin.” —The Dowager Marchioness of Wallingham to the Countess of Berne… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“A watch merely assures me that eternity may be measured, and therefore, may end” — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“Gifts are never the wrong answer. And when the question is what kind of gift, jewels are always the right one.” —The Dowager Marchioness… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “Violence seldom resolves problems without spawning new ones. But men are inordinately fond of it, and I find that an endless source of… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “We are frequently referred to as the gentler sex. Foolish notion. Women are far more vicious than men. We are simply better at… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“I am not convinced absence makes the heart grow fonder. Perhaps we should test the veracity of this axiom more thoroughly, you and I.”… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“Shaw. You have impeccable timing, my good man,” Chatham said with false joviality, taking the items from the dark-skinned servant. “Have my horse brought… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “While I agree men fancy a good meal, Meredith, I daresay the stomach is not the most direct route to a man’s heart.… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“Obviously, a wife must obey her husband in all important matters. If he continues believing his admonitions are his own ideas, so much the… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“I prefer coffee, actually. I take it with cream and a bit of sugar. It is my favorite thing. Well, except for chocolate. And… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“What is your favorite book?” One of Jane’s dark eyebrows lifted. “Rather like choosing a favorite shade of blue, my lady. Each is beautiful… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “Clever battle strategy often resembles madness. Knowing the difference … ah, well, the victors have the privilege of defining that, do they not?”… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“Softheaded sentiment has numerous causes but only one result: calamity.” —The Dowager Marchioness of Wallingham to Lady Berne upon hearing said lady’s plans to… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
“ “Have a care, my dear. Others may dabble. I wage war.” —The Dowager Marchioness of Wallingham to the Duchess of Rutland upon her… — Elisa Braden Copy Share Image
