“The feel of her body against his was exhilarating, driving all rational thought from his head. “All right, prepare yourself, Claire Brennan.” She looked up at him curiously. “Prepare myself for what?” He gazed at her affectionately. “Repeat your mantra, or whatever it is you do. Because I’m about to kiss you.” Romantic Book:Forbidden Source: Forbidden
“It was one thing to stay in one place If you were happy and fulfilled- that was simply living the good life. But what if you weren't fulfilled?” ChoicesFulfillmentHappiness Life Book:The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen Source: The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen
“I believe there is a kind of happiness to be found in every thing in life, in all that is good and pleasing, as well as in that which is sad or poignant.” LifeHappiness Book:The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen Source: The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen
“A man who looks like Frodo just spent $150 on erotica books and asked for my phone number. I considered giving him yours just to spite you.” HumorBooksFriendsBookstoresSamantha McdonoughLaurel Ann Book:The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen Source: The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen
“The moment my head touched my pillow, I heard Nicolae in my mind: 'So: my little theatricals were well received?' 'You made an excellent impression,' I replied in thought, with a little smile. 'I feel you smiling. I wish I was there to see it.' I stifled a surprised gasp. 'How does this bond work between us? Can you read my thoughts at any time, or only if I send them to you?' 'I can read your mind at any time now, my darling.” Mind ReadingMina And Dracula Book:Dracula, My Love: A Gothic Paranormal Romance – Mina Harker's Forbidden Victorian Passion Source: Dracula, My Love: A Gothic Paranormal Romance – Mina Harker's Forbidden Victorian Passion
“To my amazement, miraculously, the lid suddenly loosened and slid all the way open, revealing its hidden cargo: A stack of small paper booklets. Dozens and dozens of them. Booklets made of ordinary sheets of white writing paper, folded in half, and hand-stitched along the spine. Booklets in remarkably pristine condition, all covered in a small, neat handwriting that I instantly recognized. The hair stood up on the back of my neck. I could hardly breathe.” DiscoveryManuscriptsHandwritingTreasuresHidden TreasuresSamantha McdonoughAnthony Whitaker Book:The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen Source: The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen
“Drink," he said. I pressed my mouth to the wound, first lapping up the blood as it flowed out, and then sucking deeply from it. I had only tasted blood a few times before, when I had sucked on an injured fingertip. The blood I now imbibed was nothing like the mild, slightly salty liquid that ran in my own veins. Dracula's blood was delicious. It tasted like a deep, rich, full-bodied wine, with a dark, delectable tang. It was ambrosia; I felt as if I could not get enough of it. As I drank, I heard him give an ecstatic little moan. His hand cradled the back of my head and held it there, urging me to continue, while his other hand found and clasped both my hands lovingly in his.” Mina And DraculaBlood Drinking Book:Dracula, My Love: A Gothic Paranormal Romance – Mina Harker's Forbidden Victorian Passion Source: Dracula, My Love: A Gothic Paranormal Romance – Mina Harker's Forbidden Victorian Passion
“Some of the most thrilling things in life are done on impulse.” LifeFriendshipFriendsSpontaneitySamantha McdonoughLaurel Ann Book:The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen Source: The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen