She was supposed to be putting her life together right now, and all she could seem to do was throw grenades at it.

It was their mothers, long ago. Tibby noted with joy that all four of them were wearing jeans.

She went around with a broken heart, and she wasn't sure who'd broken it. She thought it was herself, mostly.

I like that you let yourself be surprised

People sometimes talk about the power of first impressions, and believe me, there is truth to it.

Something about giving in without a fight felt wrong.

Don't talk to me. I'm tired and grumpy and I'll probably make fun of you.