Madame Lefoux acted as midwife. In her scientific way, she was unexpectedly adept at the job. When the infant finally appeared, she held it up for Alexia to see, rather proudly, as though she'd done all the hard work herself.… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
Alphas simply did not grovel; arrogance was part of the job description. — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“There was a pleasantness to the air and a spirit about the town that did not come from its color, but from some inner,… — gail carriger Copy Share Image
I do not giggle without purpose. Lady Linette says you should never misapply a giggle. — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
My Hallway" remarked Lord Akeldama,"Has never seen such lively action. And That, my sugarplums, is saying something! — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“Ball?" said one of the Pistons with interest. "We like balls." Dimity gave them her best, most haughty look. "Yes, but are you certain… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“Goodness gracious me,' exclaimed Alexia, 'what are you wearing? It looks like the unfortunate progeny of an illicit union between a pair of binoculars… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“Ivy waved the wet handkerchief, as much as to say, words cannot possibly articulate my profound distress. Then, because Ivy never settled for meaningful… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
Lady Maccon cogitated. She would like to encourage this new spirit of social-mindedness. If Felicity needed anything in her life, it was a cause.… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
Why did you want to go and distract me like that? I was quite in my element and everything.' Conall laughed. 'Someone has to… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“She wondered if the immortal's avoidance of life's ugliness was a matter of survival or bigotry. Lord Akeldama did so love to know all… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
“Sophronia had no idea why Felix was so intent upon her. She had not yet received lessons in seduction, or she might have understood… — Gail Carriger Copy Share Image
