She knew what it was to wait for someone who would never come home. She knew that grief, like a scar, faded but never really went away.

He frowns. "A dance with the carnivorous Felicity? Why? Has she eaten all the other available gentlemen?

I invited myself. Thought this table needed some class.

If there was one truth Evie had learned in her short life, it was that forgiveness was easier to seek than permission. She didn’t plan to ask for either one.

There are times when one friend requires the blind faith of another.

Everyone seems to want more form me. I am a thoroughly disappointing girl around. I shall wear a scarlet 'D' upon my bosom for all to see so that they will know not to raise their expectations.

I am for hockey. I find I should like to hit something with a stick. -Gemma Doyle Trilogy