Decked Quotes

“PROLOGUE FRIDAY, APRIL 23 OXFORD, ENGLAND ATHENA RAN BLINDLY down the dark country lane, her breath coming in short, harsh gasps. Her school jacket with the St. Polycarp’s logo sewn on the pocket was no protection against the sudden drenching spring rain. The knapsack strapped to her body impeded her flight. It did not occur to her to discard it. As the bewildering shock began to wear off, she desperately told herself she was”
― Carol Higgins Clark, Decked

“The room was decorated in a blue-green motif that suggested the ocean setting. Huge windows ran from floor to ceiling on both the port and starboard sides. The moon was bright and glistened on the dark murky sea. The tables were now filled, and captains and waiters bustled as they took orders and carried silver-covered dishes.”
― Carol Higgins Clark, Decked

“After unpacking in the cabin they went to the sports deck for a drink and snack and then settled in deck chairs with their books. “This is heaven,” Nora murmured as she stared out, hypnotized by the sight of the open sea. “It’s so nice to read somebody else’s book instead of talking about one of mine.”
― Carol Higgins Clark, Decked