“ He lifed his head and looked down at her seriously. Could you, he began, then he had to clear his throat. Could you learn to be fond of me? he asked. With enough time?She looked at him in surprise. It… Lynn Kurland
“ He belted his sword around his hips, threw a cloak over his shoulder, and knelt on one knee beside the bed. He kissed her with his eyes open and she understood completely because she couldn’t rob hers… Lynn Kurland
“ What’s the matter? Aren’t you interested in my strong, manly arms? he said, giving her a squeeze to show just how strong and manly his arms were. Not when they’re squeezing the life from me, she gaspe… Lynn Kurland
“ Twenty-four years of sneaking cola drinks for breakfast had finally taken its toll, and she had been tossed into sugar-induced hallucination. Lynn Kurland
“ There now, he said, hoping with all his might that she would stiffen her spine before he was called upon to render further aid. No need to weep. You don’t know the half of it, she said, her eyes begin… Lynn Kurland
“ She smiled. You’re very sweet. Now you go too far— She shoved her hand under his nose. This is your ring you see, my lord, and that gives me the right to tell you to be quiet. So, be quiet. I’ll proba… Lynn Kurland
“ She felt sleep creeping up on her like a relentless tide. She tried to summon up a craving for German chocolates. Or New York traffic. Late-night television. Nope. What she really needed was currently… Lynn Kurland
“ Ruith?He looked at her with a smile. Aye, my love?Are you sure?He looked at her, puzzled, for a moment, then apparently he realized what she was asking. How could you ask?Because when a gel wants some… Lynn Kurland
“ Richard? Her gentle fingers smoothed over his brow. Tears streamed down her cheeks. I’m so sorry. Richard, I’m just so sorry. He reached for her. She came to him and fit perfectly into his arms. Richa… Lynn Kurland
“ I say, William, have you a word that rhymes with jewel? Hamlet asked with the hoarsened voice of one who had bellowed one too many battle cries. And William, who never had any words to utter that were… Lynn Kurland
“ I don’t know why you’re enjoying this so much.Because I am a connoisseur of fine irony. ’Tis a bit like fine wine, but has a better bite. Lynn Kurland
“ I believe I'll be the judge of how much peril you're worth, he said with a smile.You're daft.Again, besotted. he said, squeezing her hand. I'll tell you of it in glorious detail if you can stay awake… Lynn Kurland
“ He stopped halfway up the first flight of stairs, backed his lady up against the curved wall, and looked down at her. I’ll take my leave of you properly now, he announced. I’m not sure I’m still— He c… Lynn Kurland
“ Besides, as much as she loved Bruckner’s symphonies, he just couldn’t touch a man who had painted his bedroom walls with views of the sea to please her, who gave his precious smiles to her alone, who… Lynn Kurland
“ Ah, never, Nicholas said, rubbing his hands together. Such an interesting word.You know, Your Majesty, the only reason I'm not swearing at you right now is because I was taught to be kind to old men.N… Lynn Kurland
“ You’re very difficult. He only flashed her the slightest of smiles. Likely why you wed me. It wouldn’t have done for you to have found a man simply and won him without effort. Lynn Kurland
“ You, he said distinctly, are, I am quite certain, going to be more trouble than you are worth. Lynn Kurland
“ Why would I go when everything I love is here? Who? he said gruffly. Hamlet with his charming manners? My poor unmanned brother upstairs? My mother-henning captain? She smiled. No. Kendrick? Not even… Lynn Kurland
“ What’s he doing? Richard asked unnecessarily. Composing a heroic ballad based on your adventures, John supplied. I daresay. Well, I don’t want to hear it, Richard said, swinging up into the saddle. Th… Lynn Kurland
