“He ruffled her hair as he came in, all uncle and no cop about him now. She far preferred her uncle to… — Kimberly Derting Sense of humor Copy Share Image
“At some point, during the early hours of the morning, the dreams found their way in. they were dark dreams, treacherous, submerging… — kimberly Derting Dream Copy Share Image
“Violet had carefully chosen some long-hanging, loose-fitting basketball shorts to wear over her swimsuit, in hopes of keeping her injuries at least… — Kimberly Derting Hope Copy Share Image
“Lissie gracefully swept out on to the hardwood floor of the gymnasium like she'd been born for this role. Violet glanced inconspicuously… — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“Jules stood up and stretched gracelessly. “Let’s hurry up and pay before she”-she indicated Claire with a flick of her thumb-“sees something… — Kimberly Derting Funny humor Copy Share Image
“Cushions had been sliced apart and were bleeding stuffing onto the floor.” — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“And touching him - I would have to stop doing that as well. But not now. Later, perhaps.” — Kimberly Derting The-pledge Copy Share Image
“Chelsea, for the love of everything good and holy, please...please stop ruining my friend." ~Jay” — Kimberly Derting Friendship Copy Share Image
“Is that how it is now, we're back to just friends?" Violet asked, rasing her eyebrows at him challengingly. "I'll remember to… — Kimberly Derting Next time Copy Share Image
“Jules had opted out of this particular trip, declaring that she’d rather jump into a shark-infested pool wearing only a meat bikini… — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“Jay insisted on carrying her up the back steps and into the kitchen, and this time Violet didn’t complain when he lifted… — Kimberly Derting Little girl Copy Share Image
“What about her? Does she have a name? Not that I care really, but it would be rude to call her ‘new… — Kimberly Derting End of the day Copy Share Image
“If it makes you feel any better, he’s been all sad doll lately too.” “What are you talking about, Chels?” Chelsea stopped… — Kimberly Derting Awkward moment Copy Share Image
“He was the last person in the world she wanted to get away from.” — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“I was just waiting for you to want me as much as I wanted you.” His words were quiet but carried one… — Kimberly Derting Love Copy Share Image
“I've been so worried about strange men following you around that I forgot how dangerous Homecoming Queens can be.” — Kimberly Derting Homecoming queen Copy Share Image
“I miss the smell of him. I miss his lips and his strong arms. I miss him.” — Kimberly Derting Him Copy Share Image
“What are you thinking about?” Jay asked as he plopped down next to her. She blinked, wondering if she was wearing her… — Kimberly Derting Open space Copy Share Image
“That was fast,” Jay said as Violet got into the car. “I told you I wouldn’t be long.” “Good, ‘cause I think… — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“Instead of expensive fish eggs and stinky cheeses, Jay had packed Doritos and chicken soft tacos—Violet’s favorites. And instead of grapes, he… — Kimberly Derting Copy Share Image
“Jay glanced up at Violet, and there was something about the expression on his face that made her pause. He gave her… — Kimberly Derting Single word Copy Share Image
