The Hero She Wants Quotes

“If she got hurt, he would burn the world down.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“No. No fucking way. He was not hurting her man.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“What happened to the annoying super grump who only does casual and carefree? Do you kiss lots of women’s boo-boos?” “I don’t fucking know where casual went.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You saved me.” She reached for his hand and pulled it so that his palm pressed to her chest. “Feel my heart beating, Shep. It’s doing that because of you. I’m here because of you.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“It’s a trait of mine—” his voice was gruff “—to be too late to save the people who matter.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“I think under the gruff, grumpy personality, you’re hiding a good guy.” “You’re delusional.” “The grump is just a front.” “Nope. I’ve always been like this.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“For the first time in his life, he’d found a person he liked being tangled with. Someone who, for the moment, made him not want to let go. He wouldn’t get to keep Hayden Sinclair, but for today, he was keeping her.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Don’t worry.” He slid his hands up her thighs. “I’ll treat you dirty, beautiful.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“God, I can barely get you to say a full sentence, but get naked in front of you, and you have all kinds of dirty things to say.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“I can make you forget everything,” he murmured against her lips. “Everything but me.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Tried to fight this.” He bit her bottom lip. “Shouldn’t be touching you.” “Shut up and kiss me.” The kiss was wild, fueled by mutual need. They were both trying to take control. Shep’s conversation skills might be lacking, his kissing skills were not.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“It can be casual, Hayden, but it’ll still mean something.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“I want you, Shep. I want to fuck you. I want to explore your body.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“What?” “My grumpy rescuer, you couldn’t be more stereotypical if you tried. Reclusive mountain man.” “I like the mountains.” “Of course, you do. Because you can avoid people.” “Yeah.” “You can grump around and scowl at the trees.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“What?” “My grumpy rescuer, you couldn’t be more stereotypical if you tried. Reclusive mountain man.” “I like the mountains.” “Of course, you do. Because you can avoid people.” “Yeah.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You’re being nice to me?” “No. I’m not nice.” Her tears slowed, her gaze on his face. “I’m starting to think you are. Just a little. You just hide it.” “No.” His voice was a growl. She smiled now, and fuck, she looked beautiful, even with tears staining her cheeks. “I think you’re lying.” “I’m not, princess. I’m an asshole. Ask anyone.” She raised a brow. “Princess?” “Yep. You’re pretty much America’s equivalent to a princess.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Are we just going to ignore that kiss?” Shit, how had she let that slip out? Shep didn’t look at her, but she saw a muscle tick under his eye. “Yes.” She straightened. “Fine.” “Good.” “It wasn’t worth mentioning anyway.” His head swiveled, his brows drew together. “Really?” She sniffed. “Yes.” He leaned closer. “Because you were clinging pretty hard while you kissed my brains out.” Hayden gasped and took a step toward the big, annoying grump. “You kissed my brains out.” “That’s not how I remember it.” “It’s the truth, you big—” His mouth crashed down on hers.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“She sure as hell didn’t want or need a grumpy former soldier who communicated mostly in grunts.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“God, it’s really bad when you being an asshole actually makes me feel better.” “I’ve got more asshole-ness that I can share.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“She was scared. Without thinking, he slid his hand over hers. Her fingers clenched on his. She turned her head to face him. Their faces were only an inch apart. Up close, he could see gold flecks in her brown eyes. She pressed against him. The noise of the helo made it feel like they were trapped in their own world. He let his gaze run over her face, taking it all in—high cheekbones, long lashes, that stubborn jawline. Then she shifted and pressed her mouth to his. Fuck.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“She was scared. Without thinking, he slid his hand over hers. Her fingers clenched on his. She turned her head to face him. Their faces were only an inch apart. Up close, he could see gold flecks in her brown eyes. She pressed against him.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“I think you have all kinds of secrets that you never share.” His fingers stroked her cheek, and she shivered. “You don’t want my secrets, Hayden.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You ever stop talking?” “I talk a normal amount, but since you’re at the low end of the conversation scale, I seem chatty.” She cocked her head. “I can’t figure you out, Shep.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Okay, I’m almost under control.” She dragged in some deep breaths. “Distract me.” “How?” “I don’t know—” A big hand cupped her face, and her words cut off. “You’re fine,” he said.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You okay?” “Hell, no.” “You’re fine,” he growled. “Don’t lose it now.” A laugh burst out of her. “I got my friends killed, I got abducted and held hostage, I’m running for my life, and I was almost attacked by a jaguar. I’m entitled to lose it.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“What’s your name?” He didn’t answer. “Fine, I can call you Rambo.” He shot her a grumpy look. “Shep.” “I’d say it’s nice to meet you, Shep, but it’s not, really.” “Ditto. Now move.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Ready to get out of here, or would you like to punch me again? Maybe try a kick or two?” She crossed her arms. “I’m ready when you are, Rambo.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“You’re pretty annoying for someone who needs rescuing.” “You’re pretty annoying yourself, and I don’t need rescuing, because I just rescued myself.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Hayden, I’m here to rescue you.” She stilled and noted two things. One, his deep voice was little more than a growl. And two, he had an American accent. “You’re American?” “Yes. Your father sent me.” Oh, God. A mix of emotions surged through her in a vicious tangle. “Why didn’t you start with that?” His head jerked, and his eyes narrowed. “Why didn’t I…?” He shook his head. “I was trying to, but you punched me.” “I was abducted and I’m fighting for my life. You should’ve talked faster.” “I try to talk as little as possible.”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants

“Hayden, I’m here to rescue you.” She stilled and noted two things. One, his deep voice was little more than a growl. And two, he had an American accent. “You’re American?” “Yes. Your father sent me.” Oh, God. A mix of emotions surged through her in a vicious tangle. “Why didn’t you start with that?” His head jerked, and his eyes narrowed. “Why didn’t I…?” He shook his head. “I was trying to, but you punched me.” “I was abducted and I’m fighting for my life. You should’ve talked faster.” “I try to talk as little as possible.” “I”
― Anna Hackett, The Hero She Wants