he wouldn't mention, now or then, the illegal nine-millimeter automatic he had in his pocket. Why distress the woman you loved with minor details?

...She'd gone past interest, swung into attraction, burst through lust, tripped over affection, and was now skidding out of control into love.

We make destiny with every turn, every choice.

If that isn't typical male stupidity! If something doesn't work, kick it or swear at it!

I don't think you can write - at least not well - if you don't love stories, love the written word.

A woman who can threaten your life before breakfast is the only sort of woman worth having.

I fear feeling my heart break a second time, because I'm not sure I could survive it. I'd rather live alone than risk the pain.