“I was raised to assume that wealth and rank and privilege would be mine by right," he said painfully. "Through a combination of bad luck and bad judgment, most of those assumptions were beaten out of me. While other young… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Softly he continued, "You need to ask God for forgiveness. That's His job, isn't it? To forgive imperfect humankind. You are quick to forgive… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
Like cats and ice cream, showers were among life's simple, uncomplicated pleasures. — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Once we begin our journey, it would be appropriate if you show a groveling desire to please your employer.” Juliet raised her eyebrows loftily. “I was planning on being the sort of servant who is erratic and unreliable, but who won’t let you be cheated by anyone other than myself.” “That does sound more your style than groveling,” he said… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share
“The moment was like a tear in the fabric of their love play; underneath, the dark waters of past and future anguish lent poignancy… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“But she had never known that a man could want a woman and not take her because he did care. There was something very… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“The only power she wanted over him was the power to make him happy. . . . She wanted them to be equal in… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Winning her would be like coaxing a butterfly to land on his hand. Patience, gentleness, and perhaps a prayer or two would be required.” — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Things have been going wrong for years. Only desperation could have driven me to seek the aid of a reprobate like you." Seeing the… — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Because you loved, you promised. You must try harder to keep that promise.” — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
“Lie back and enjoy, Clarissima. Last night was a synopsis. Now it's time for the unabridged version.” — Mary Jo Putney Copy Share Image
