“ Hero might have enjoyed the evening spent at Almack's Assembly Rooms, but it had not been one of unmixed pleasure for her escort, while for one other person it had been an evening of almost unleavened… Georgette Heyer
“ He wanted to run to her, wrap her in his arms. Protect her. But it was Jem’s place to do those things, not his. Not his. -Will Herondale Cassandra Clare
“ The rat, huddled in the hollow of her palms, squeaked glumly. Delighted, she hugged him to her chest. Oh poor baby, she crooned, almost as if he really were a pet. Poor Simon, it'll be fine, I promise… Cassandra Clare
“ Obsidian eyes met hers, unreadable and assessing. Men didn't generally pay her much attention except to make an even number in a dance. And now she had a secret nearly-betrothed and a supposed teacher… Suzanne Enoch
“ I just don't want to cozy up to the guy whose girl I have every intention of stealing. Aprilynne Pike
