The Lady Is Tempted Quotes

“With a glance over her shoulder to ensure no one saw them, she charged up the stairs. Mr. Aldercy fell into step behind her, and they hurried like schoolchildren afraid of being caught in a prank.
However, at the top of the stairs, games stopped. He whisked her up the last step, twirled her around until her back was against the wall, and kissed her.”
― Cathy Maxwell, The Lady Is Tempted

“he had carefully constructed walls around his feelings that protected him with a facade of indifference. A man needed a clear mind and an iron soul to navigate the world.”
― Cathy Maxwell, The Lady Is Tempted