A Rescued from Ruin Collection Quotes

“And all her breath had gone, so that the only sound she could make was her mouth shaping his name. And the only thing she could feel was a breeze that smelled of rich pine and new roses and the endless sea.”
― Elisa Braden, A Rescued from Ruin Collection: Volume Two

“She was shaking her head, her breath quickening. “I cannot marry you. Not you.” His smile faded. “Yet, you were prepared to wed the giant.” “Lord Tannenbrook is a friend. You are …” Waiting, he loosened his hold, let his palms discover the softness of freckled skin and settle beneath her elbows. “Yes? I am?” Her lips parted, her eyes searching his face. “A devil.” His grin returned, growing as he witnessed the tiny shiver she attempted to stifle. Carefully, he let his fingers linger on her skin a moment longer before dropping his hands to his sides. She did not move, but swayed before him, her eyes riveted to his. “Most observant, Miss Lancaster. A devil, indeed. But that does not change my title. Nor your father’s leverage.”
― Elisa Braden, A Rescued from Ruin Collection: Volume Two