Recency Quotes

“Frank Churchill was waiting for her when she arrived. He had now been a convenient sixth with their party on multiple occasions, escorting Jane following the Campbells and Dixons, and it seemed so natural as he greeted them and slipped into place as they entered the hall. “Have a care, you are sparkling tonight,” he murmured under his breath. “Almost as if you had recently become engaged to the love of your life.”
Jane did not dare look at him as she smiled. If she did, the entire world would know their secret.”
― Jeanette Watts, My Dearest Miss Fairfax

“You’re a bit elderly, Abigail, I’ll give you that, but I don’t think you’ve ever been dotty in your life, and I’m certainly not finding you dear at the moment—more like diabolical.”
Lucetta’s lips curved ever so slightly. “I’ll wear that frock just to appease you, but don’t think I’m going to be happy about it.” She turned and stomped out of the room.
“Don’t forget the tiara I left beside the dress,” Abigail called. “Or the sparkly shoes that are right on the floor, dear.”
“I’m not wearing a tiara,” Lucetta yelled back. Abigail grinned.
“She’s such a dear, sweet girl. Possessed of such a quiet and delicate nature.”
― Jen Turano