Hannah

“I could not fill those expectations. I’ve never been presented to the queen,” Hamilton said. “Because we live in America and don’t have a queen.”
― Jen Turano, A Change of Fortune

“It's an unspoken requirement that women who choose to look after children for a living have a strong liking for all manner of creatures. ~Millie Longfellow”
― Jen Turano, In Good Company

“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

“When you were in Saratoga Springs with us, did you throw me up high while we were in the water and then laugh when Daddy claimed you were giving him heart palpitations?” “I must admit that I did.” A little ghost of a smile played around the corners of her lips. “I remember that.” Dorothy”
― Jen Turano, In Good Company