He wanted to grow old with her, or not grow old at all.

I have come to the conclusion that silence and time are the most precious commodities.

I love you," he said, his voice catching. "When I thought you were going to die, I wanted to die.

Chess is the most intimate game in the world. It's like making love. By the time we finish our first slow game, I will know all his thoughts.

Yes Leopold," Eleanor said in a low, mocking voice. "Do start to shine, please. I think I saw the rising, but I definitely missed the shining.

Life without a phone is riskier, lonelier, more vivid.

Here, drink your liqueur," Henry said, tossing back her drink. "I carry it with me everywhere because it's the only kind of drink that Leo doesn't like, so there's a chance I'll still have some tomorrow.