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Georgette Heyer, born on August 16, 1902, was a renowned British novelist. Known for her historical novels and intricate love stories, Heyer's works are particularly famous for their depiction of the customs and habits of the British upper class in the 18th century. Her writing style is unique, characterized by its wit and humor, which has won her a large following among readers.

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Famous Georgette Heyer Quotes

“Perhaps, if she could be busy all the time, as she meant to be, she might not feel so unhappy; perhaps, in household cares, she could forget her love, or grow at least accustomed to desolation.”

Love Heartbreak Unhappiness

Book:Venetia

Source: Venetia

“She dared not meet his eyes, however, and very nearly broke down again when he said, after a moment's scrutiny; 'My loved one, I left you in a high state of preservation! What has been happening here?' She moved away, saying: 'Do I look hagged? I am - I am rather tired.”

Love Compassion Concern Tired

Book:Black Sheep

Source: Black Sheep

“He then, with great presence of mind, put a stop to any further recriminations by kissing her; and his indignant betrothed, apparently feeling that he was too deeply sunk in depravity to be reclaimable, abandoned (for the time being, at all events) any further attempt to bring him to a sense of his iniquity.”

Love Romance Humour Kiss Regency Romance

Book:Sylvester or The Wicked Uncle

Source: Sylvester or The Wicked Uncle

“But if Frederica was aware of my sentiments, and begged Cousin Alverstoke to intervene—!” She shuddered, and clasped her hands tensely together. “You see, he could, Harry! He could arrange for Endymion to be sent abroad, for instance, and then I think I should die. Oh, my dear brother, there’s no one to help us but you, and I count on your support!”

Love Romance Die Endymion Charis Alverstoke

Book:Frederica

Source: Frederica

“The Reverend William Trent, whose mind was of a serious order, had several times warned his elder sister that too lively a sense of humour frequently led to laxity of principle. She now perceived how right he was; and wondered, in dismay, whether it was because he invariably made her laugh that instead of regarding the Nonesuch with revulsion she was obliged to struggle against the impulse to cast every scruple to the winds, and to give her life into his keeping.”

Love Laughter Sense Of Humor

Book:The Nonesuch

Source: The Nonesuch

“Besides, it was a well-known maxim that maniacs must be humoured.”

Love Romance Maniac

Book:Sylvester or The Wicked Uncle

Source: Sylvester or The Wicked Uncle

About the Author

Born: August 16, 1902
Died: July 4, 1974
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 216

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