“But what the long walk had not done was reveal the cause of the inherent distaste that had sprung out of nowhere overtaking her there under the tree. On the cold, damp grass, or up against the rough tree trunk.… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“And what of you Lady Sterling? Do you have any news?" Mrs. Tavisham asked. Yes, an impossibly gorgeous man ravished me in my carriage… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“Bella-Bella," he whispered. She reluctantly opened her eyes. "Good morning," he said with a wide smile, lips wet from their kisses. The crests of… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“After dinner that evening they retired to her bedchamber. Gideon had quite opened her eyes over the last few days. Quick trysts in carriages… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“He had no choice. None at all. His kind rarely did. His shoulders slumped in resignation. He hung his head. His will, his pride,… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“...It had been the Frenchwoman's idea to send Gideon as a gift. It should rankle, it should abrade his pride, to have been given… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“If I could, I would summon the sun for you." Her step faltered and she looked slowly over to him with a smile full… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“He chuckled, a low, amused rumble. The girl was accustomed to his presence in Bella's bedchamber, but on previous occasions he hadn't been fully… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“Come for me." His words were a plea, whispered hotly in her ear.” — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“One by one, she undid the metal buttons. The last one proved difficult, but with a determined tug, it released. His stomach muscles contracted… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
“But what the long walk had not done was reveal the cause of the inherent distaste that had sprung out of nowhere overtaking her… — Evangeline Collins Copy Share Image
