Every woman has to have something which singles her out, which catches the eyes, which makes her the center of attention. I am going to be french.

When they see us dance. When they see how you look at me. When they see how I smile at you.

If it has to be done at all, it must be done with grace.

I am in the interesting position of being sometimes skimmed by the critics and called literature and sometimes called historical fiction.

I put the charm bracelet away in the purse and return it to my jewel case. I don't need a spell to foresee the future; I am going to make it happen.

Some women attract desire. Others do not.

Yes, but either way, shamed or not, I shall be Queen of England, and this is the last time you will sit in my presence.