“You have never kissed me. Patted me, hugged me, but you've never kissed me." "Oh, Rosie, Rosie." His face looked on the point of laughter, then his lips fell gently on hers and he held the kiss for some time. Now, pressing her face from him, he said "That's merely an introduction. When your cheek is better I'll do it properly.”
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Catherine Cookson was a celebrated English author whose novels were known for their focus on the lives of ordinary people and the social challenges they faced. Born on June 27, 1906, she wrote over 100 novels, many of which were adapted into films and television series. Her work has been translated into more than 30 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide, making her a significant figure in English literature. more
“Never forget where you come from, but don’t allow it to define you.”
“O que importa não é passear de noite mas deixar a noite passear-se em nós.”
“De dia bebo chá branco com lichia, à noite bebo absinto.”
“Em noite de Lua cheia eu interfiro nas novelas.”
“Seguro-te a mão e, pela janela de casa, vejo a cidade toda calada: Anda! Vamos acordar a noite!”
“À noite serena perigo, mas na própria claridade diurna se esconde uma perversão ainda maior.”