He went into the hall bathroom that separated the two bedrooms and lifted the lid. He yawned. He scratched his head and felt foreign objects in his hair. While he continued to aim the stream into the...
How’s that beer? Jack asked, dishtowel in hand, eyeing the nearly empty glass. I’m good, Ian said. Just let me know, he said, turning away. Ah, Ian said, getting his attention but not exactly calling...
I don’t know what I’d do without you, she told him. He smiled sweetly. You’d be miserable. He touched his glass to hers. To Doc, he said. To Doc. The biggest pain-in-the-ass country doctor in three co...
I don’t know what to say. You just accept everything. You’re amazing. I thought you might be very pissed. Nah. The only thing that disappoints me is that it took me this long to find you. Even with al...
I just want everything to go smoothly for you and Vanni, and for the children. I want Hannah to be content. And… She paused for a moment. And I want you to get one of your own, like you and Vanni were...
I miss you, mija, he would say, his voice husky. I can’t wait until you threaten me with a broken heart again. I think you’re all talk and you’ve lost interest in my heart. And she would say, Not at a...
I need some time for the rest. I just don’t take something like marriage lightly. If I do it, I’ll mean it, and I won’t change my mind. But I think you’d do it right now for all the wrong reasons. Doe...
I think loving someone and losing them can leave a hole in your heart.
I want to tell you something, he said. I asked your sister all about your husband. Mark. You did? Yep. I understand he was a great man. A brilliant man—and kind. He did a lot of good in the world, and...
I'm not wild about throwing up or waddling, but I sure love carrying around a little piece of you. You're right--you make excellent babies. We all have our special talents, he said.Mel and Jack
If she left, he was going to lose his mind. If she stayed, he was going to lose his mind. She
If you stay away from the wrong foods you’ll live longer, Maggie reminded him. I probably won’t. But it’ll damn sure seem longer. Cal
I’m being too pushy, aren’t I? Ellie shook her head. I don’t deserve you, she said in a whisper. I think you’re the best friend I’ve ever had. At least since my gramma… Jo shrugged. Honey, you’re my o...
I’m going to be scared to death all day. Do I have to stay here with you, so you won’t be scared? he asked her. Or can you believe in me one more time? She bit her lip, but nodded. He slipped an arm a...
I’m positive he’s still scared of me. I know he’s been slapped, but I hold the sole distinction of taking him down. And she put a boot on his chest to hold him down while she threatened his life, Jack...
Jack renovated the cabin without being asked, while I stayed at Doc’s house, Mel said. About the time I was going to make a break for it, he showed it to me. I said I’d give it a few more days. Then m...
Jack was frowning darkly. A couple of the brothers-in-law, Dan and Ryan, came forward and said, Need a hand unloading, Jack? Yeah, he said, his brows drawn together. What’s the problem? Ryan asked. I...
Jack, she said, snuggled up against him. I hate that I hurt you. He buried his face in her hair and inhaled the sweet scent. Let’s not talk about that anymore. It’s behind us. We have a lot in front o...
Jack’s right—you shouldn’t be getting yourself into this mess. We can still get away, me and Christopher. I can get to that address in Washington, get things in order. Get into that underground that g...
Let me give you just a half glass more since we’re in for the night. Good idea, Maureen said, extending the glass. Because I have a few questions. And some of my good friends from way back call me Mo....
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