The Holly and The Ivy Quotes

“Good afternoon, Miss Bingley. I have several matters to discuss with you, not least of which is your unacceptable abuse of my dearest sister.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella

“I wish you would not speak so. Your sister is a lovely woman, an ideal English rose. But not ideal for me. I am looking upon the face which I most admire, the eyes which enchant me.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella

“She has very much enjoyed your company. As have I,” his voice dropped in register and volume. The deep sound made Elizabeth take in a breath.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella

“MISS DARCY will be in the company of the daughters of a gentleman, not low-ranking people, as you describe,” he said.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella

“Desire: Hmm. This was tricky. She knew that Mr Darcy brought about some rather interesting sensations which, possibly, qualified as desire. The heating of her face, trembling of her body and lurching of her stomach were unique to her experience. They arose only when Mr Darcy was nearby. And the nearer he was, the stronger the sensations.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella

“Spending these days in company with him brought on a very different feeling than she had then. She was happy. She was hoping to have time alone with him. She was in love.”
― Mary Alice Alexander, The Holly and The Ivy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christmas Novella