“I assume 'elegant gentlemen,' such as you, learn such useful skills very early in life." "Actually, no." Straight-faced, Vane reached for her… — Stephanie Laurens Left and right Copy Share Image
“Assault!" he croaked. "The battery might yet follow." The warning- entirely unnecessary from Patience's perspective- came from Vane. One look at his… — Stephanie Laurens Defending Copy Share Image
“then her ladyship, overwhelming in bronze bombazine, regally glided away. Cedric smiled” — Stephanie Laurens Copy Share Image
“So how are the wedding plans progressing?" Richard asked, once they were out of the village. "They aren't." Breckenridge heard his clipped… — Stephanie Laurens End result Copy Share Image
“So," he murmured, his tone deep, "nothing of any moment happened here." Her gaze transfixed by the long strip of linen, Patience… — Stephanie Laurens Patience-and-vane Copy Share Image
“Why did you stay?" He stilled; again, Patience felt the net draw tight, felt paralysis set in as his predator's senses focused… — Stephanie Laurens Grey eyes Copy Share Image
“She’d been expecting him to do so and had planned her revenge. She tipped forward as he lifted her; the shift in… — Stephanie Laurens Copy Share Image
“Delicate, hauntingly uncertain music floated out of the house. Vane heard it as he walked up from the stables. The lilting strains… — Stephanie Laurens Music Copy Share Image
“I've been meaning to ask," Breckenridge said, "jus how you came to topple backward off that rail." He looked at her. "What… — Stephanie Laurens Too late Copy Share Image
“You also," he said, lowering his voice, "haven't yet thanked me for saving you from sitting in the flower bed." She didn't… — Stephanie Laurens Conquerers Copy Share Image
“That woman who was her true self saw Lord Sebastian Cynster, Marquess of Earith, as, quite simply, hers.” — Stephanie Laurens Nature Copy Share Image
“Do you ride?" The question was out of his mouth before he'd thought. She glanced at him, surprised by the comment coming… — Stephanie Laurens Years ago Copy Share Image
“Holding her breath, she stepped out, heading for the better-illuminated section of the room. Hard hands closed about her upper arms. She… — Stephanie Laurens Copy Share Image
My heart only ever had one thought, one want. One need. Despite all, in spite of all...All my heart has ever wanted… — Stephanie Laurens Adoration Copy Share Image
“And remembered—all he'd nearly forgotten, all her wild responses had driven from his mind. This was one seduction he had to, needed… — Stephanie Laurens First step Copy Share Image
Love wasn't a happening one decided on---to indulge or not, to partake or not. To feel or not. When it came, when… — Stephanie Laurens Decision Copy Share Image
“Patience's breath caught. Her lids fell. Wordlessly, she lifted her face, offering her lips. He took them, took her- as their lips… — Stephanie Laurens Arousal Copy Share Image
“Her gaze on Vane, Patience wished she could see his eyes. His expression was unreadable. Shoulders propped against the stone arch, arms… — Stephanie Laurens Brooding Copy Share Image
“That's obviously my cue to depart." Patience grinned. "Coward," she whispered, as he passed her chair. A heartbeat later, he'd swung about… — Stephanie Laurens Caress Copy Share Image
“It's the thought that counts-quite literally. There's energy in doing and in intention, and it matters. It makes a difference.” — Stephanie Laurens Energy Copy Share Image
“I'm unaccustomed to being cooped up all day-I really must insist that you permit me to enjoy a short walk." "Not on… — Stephanie Laurens Breaking point Copy Share Image
“His first stop was the local branch of Child's Bank; once he replenished his supply of cash, he followed the bank manager's… — Stephanie Laurens Fashion Copy Share Image
“Hauling in a quick breath, she held it, stretched upward, shut her eyes, and fleetingly touched her lips to his. They were… — Stephanie Laurens Heat Copy Share Image
“His rake's smile returning, Vane stood and strolled toward her. "Speaking of performance, would you like me to carry you to lunch?"… — Stephanie Laurens Patience-and-vane Copy Share Image
“The warm stillness within the room was broken only by the rustling of sheets, and soft, urgent murmurs. Then the silence gave… — Stephanie Laurens Serenity Copy Share Image
