The thing about nightmares was that you couldn't prepare for them. They sneaked up on you when you were most vulnerable.

I can let you in, Eva. I’m trying. But your first response when I screw up is to run away. You do it every time and I can’t stand feeling like any moment I’m going to do or say something wrong and you’re going to bolt.

If you crave something, I’ll be the one to give it to you. All of your needs, Eva, are mine to fulfill. Whatever it costs me.

The world would be a very sad place if readers could only love one story.

We knew our strengths and played up our assets. But we couldn't see what made us unique enough for someone to really love us.

I'm an animal with you," he murmured. "I want to mark you. I want to possess you so completely there's no separation between us.

Chicks before dicks, and all that.