How unbelievably naive we both were that night. We clung hard to each other, making vows we couldn't keep and should never have spoken aloud. That's how love is sometimes. I already loved him more than I'd ever loved anything or anyone. I knew he needed me absolutely, and I wanted him to go on needing me forever.
Paula McLainKnowing he was suffering pained me. Thatโs the way love tangles you up. I couldnโt stop loving him, and couldnโt shut off the feelings of wanting to care for himโ but I also didnโt have to run to answer his letters. I was hurting, too, and no one was running to me.
Paula McLainI miss good old-fashioned honorable people just trying to make something of life. Simply, without hurting anyone else. I know that makes me a sap.
Paula McLainI didn't want to be a sweet boy's sweet girlfriend. I wanted to be Fawn's equal, the kind of girl who stood up for herself and took care of business, who cut guys loose when it was required.
Paula McLain