Devney Perry > Quotes

“Only fools and liars burn books and people’s homes.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I’m not the kind of man who gives up what’s good. And we’re good. We’re fucking good, honey.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“Forgive me, Highness, for not giving a fuck.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I cook for you because it’s how I show someone I care. I cook for you because I love the look on your face after that first bite. I cook for you because I’d rather cook for you than anyone else.” “What?” My jaw dropped. “I don’t know what the fuck I’m doing with you, woman.” My mouth was still open. Which suited Knox just fine. Because he raised his hands, framed my face. Then sealed his lips over mine.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“In the absence of a clear ambition, serving others is a mighty purpose.”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“I didn’t ask to be married to a stranger and shipped across the continent. I didn’t ask to come to Turah. I didn’t ask to be jailed in a wilderness treehouse. Those were decisions made for me by the whims of men. So you can threaten to take away my freedom all you want, but I will fight you. Every step of the way. Until my last breath. And I will not go quietly into a cage.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I'm going to take them. I'm going to take all your bests. Every damn one until you cant keep track of the top five anymore because there are so many bests that you'll need a hundred to capture them all.
Promise.
I swear it.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“To the characters who came before. To the stories that led us here. To the chances we take. To the dreams we chase. Trust your wings.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I love you.” “Yes, you do. Don’t forget.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I don't think I could quit you if I tried."

"Even if we fight?"

"Especially when we fight.”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“Praise is for the bedroom, Cross. Not the training ring.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“The only person who was always going to fight for me was me.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“Standing on your own doesn't mean you have to be alone. There's a difference.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“It had happened so naturally, this fall into Winn. Like I was out for a short drive, and when I looked back to where I’d started, instead of traveling yards, I’d gone miles.
Deeper and deeper, until there was no turning back.
I was in it with this woman.
So fucking in it.”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“I don’t know who you are or what you’re doing, but I’m having a conversation with Winnie,” Skyler said, standing taller.
“And I’m here to give her an orgasm before dinner. Let’s find out which one of us she’d rather have stick around.” ”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“Dealing with the bullshit is how you know it’s real … It’s easy to love someone when times are good. Real love is about holding on to one another when times aren’t.”
― Devney Perry, Timid

“In that mess, there was passion. In that passion, we were perfect.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“Somewhere along the line, you stole my heart. I’m going to steal yours in return. Just wait and see.”
― Devney Perry, Tragic

“I want a big, chaotic family to fill the house. I want to step on toys in the middle of the night. I want to break apart fight and bandage up skinned knees. I want the mess. I want the passion. I want to watch you grow our kids.”
― Devney Perry, Juniper Hill

“When I am nothing but dust and ash, Turah will endure. I do not need a crown. And I have made peace with my destiny. But before I step into my grave, my choice is you.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“I waited a long time for you, love. I’ll wait as long as you need. You are mine.” And he was here in Quincy to claim me.”
― Devney Perry, Garnet Flats

“You asked me back then if I believed in fate. I didn’t until I met you. And I’ve spent nine years thinking I’d never see your face again. But fate brought you back into my life and I’m not going to mess it up again.”
― Devney Perry, The Clover Chapel

“She’d told me that one day, she hoped I’d find a man who’d fight with me. Who’d love me even when he wanted to strangle me. Who’d never quit fighting because what we had was worth a few angry words.”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“I have never stopped loving you … And I never will.”
― Devney Perry, Garnet Flats

“If I truly wanted to be in control of my destiny, then I couldn’t wait for someone else to save me from danger. The only person who was always going to fight for me was me.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“What if I jumped? Would anyone notice? No. Not for this princess. A smile tugged at my mouth. I raced for the cliff. My drab, gray dress streamed behind me as I ran, faster and faster, arms pumping, legs pushing. I didn’t think. I didn’t falter. One moment, my feet were tethered to the earth. The next, I was flying.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“An inch, maybe two, separated our bodies. That tiny gap crackled, the electricity between us just as strong as it had been at Willie’s. She was more beautiful than I’d realized sitting in that dark, musty bar.
Winn’s blue eyes broke from mine, and the moment her gaze dropped to my mouth, I was done for.
I leaned closer.
“What are you doing?” she whispered.
“I have no fucking clue.” Then my lips were on hers.”
― Devney Perry, Indigo Ridge

“Tell me you want to leave, and I’ll take you back to Roslo myself.” He was giving me the choice. All I had to do was say yes. “No,” I whispered. His eyes drifted closed, his forehead dropping to mine. “Good. I have no desire to live in Quentis.” “Wh-what?” I leaned away. “You are mine.” His hands dove into my hair, fingers threading through my curls. “Even if we are kingdoms apart, you are mine. But I’d rather not be a kingdom apart.”
― Devney Perry, Shield of Sparrows

“Be bold. Find your magic. Chase the impossible.”
― Devney Perry, Tinsel

“Cole Goodman was—simply put—gorgeous. He could give a woman a speeding ticket and get a thank-you in return.”
― Devney Perry, The Birthday List