Oh, Lady Maccon, I am unreservedly in love with her. That black hair, that sweet disposition, those capital hats.

These things, regrettably, are bound to occur when one is married and befriended.

Very well, Lord Maccon. If we are going to play this particular hand, would you be interested in becoming my...” “Mistress?

The important question is, what will your wear for a wedding dress, Alexia? You look horrible in white.

Classic author moment, "Oh dear, did I kill that character or not?

Biffy said, off the cuff, "Or we could find a replacement queen." "Volunteering for the position?" "Why, Professor, is that wittiness I detect?" "Only for you." "Charmer." Biffy tapped him on the arm playfully.

Ivy Hisselpenny was the unfortunate victim of circumstances that dictated she be only-just-pretty, only-just-wealthy, and possessed of a terrible propensity for wearing extremely silly hats.