Melanie Dickerson Quotes

Instead of letting her go, he lifted her hand to his lips, his eyelids closing, and slowly kissed the backs of her fingers. She held her breath at the rush of pleasure his lips created as they brushed softly over her skin. A tiny sigh escaped her. I shouldn't let him do this. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Odette felt as if she were floating. She could still feel Jorgen's lips on hers, ~ Melanie Dickerson

So she'd never experience love. Most married people didn't, either. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She clung to him without even opening her eyes. He wrapped his arms around her and held her tight as he sat back on the floor of the balcony. Her breath was coming hard. She pressed her cheek against his chest. His heart beat in her ear, thumping nearly as fast as her own. "You are safe now. I have you. You are safe." He held her even tighter. Avelina ~ Melanie Dickerson

Her lips were suddenly on his again, and he lost his balance and almost fell backward off the bench. Now that he'd finally been able to kiss her, she apparently liked it. He had thought she would take off his blindfold first, but he wasn't about to complain. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She wished she had not shrunk back when he reached out to her. At this moment his strong arms could be holding, warming, comforting her. ~ Melanie Dickerson

What had his life meant? All his success, all the tournaments he'd won ... they were like dust and ashes. Meaningless. Without Gisela, his life was meaningless. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Avelina shuddered and pressed her face into Lord Thornbeck's shoulder. He held her tight against him. If only she could stay like this forever, safe and warm and protected, or at least until she stopped shaking. She ~ Melanie Dickerson

Striding up to him, Wilhelm drew his fist back and landed a clean blow to Rupert's jaw. Rupert reeled, and after two wobbly backward steps, hit the floor on his backside. He raised a hand to his face. "Feel better?" "No. Get up so I can hit you again. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He suddenly wanted to take her and run away, to go where the margrave would never find her. ~ Melanie Dickerson

But squeezing her eyes tighter, she concentrated not on her fear but on his expression . . . his eyes . . . his lips . . . his dark brows and the way his dark hair hung over his forehead. She remembered his voice, the words he had spoken to her, and her stomach did that strange flip it often did when she thought about the margrave. Magdalen ~ Melanie Dickerson

O Father God, I know nothing is impossible for You. I am not putting my faith in anything but You - not the money in my purse, nor my status as the daughter of a duke, not in Colin's ability to protect me, nor even in myself. My faith is in You. You are mighty to save, and I will not waver in my faith. I know You care for me, and nothing is too hard for You. ~ Melanie Dickerson

You have every right to be free, Miss Langdon. No one is denying you that. But freedom is only valuable if you use your freedom wisely. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She was so beautiful when she smiled, but now was not the time to tell her so. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He was cold and wet, but somehow he barely felt it. He kept remembering Rose snuggled against his chest, the feel of her body in his arms. He closed his eyes as he recalled the way she had looked at him, the way she said I love you. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She was so lovely, it hurt his chest to gaze at her, especially knowing she was courageous and clever too. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Was he the only person in the world who knew how precious her trust was, who knew how difficult it was for her to give it? ~ Melanie Dickerson

Her jaw was firmly set, but her lips ... her full, perfect lips were slightly parted in an expression that matched the vulnerability in her eyes -frightened yet determined. His heart skippeed a beat, and he swallowed the lump in his throat. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She whispered, Even with a broken hand, you are the knight I'd most want and trust to rescue me-and I know you can do it. You are the boldest, bravest, most noble knight in the Holy Empire. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Valten paced the floor of the library, imagining the violence he would wreak on the person responsible for hurting Gisela. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She wanted to yell at him, to beat his chest with her fists and accuse him of being addled and stubborn and blind. ~ Melanie Dickerson

So, you see, a man can love you, but only imperfectly. It is God alone who can be God. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Lord Thornbeck lifted her onto the saddle. He looked her in the eye, and her breath stilled in her chest. There was such an intense expression on his face, but there was also something else . . . tenderness. He ~ Melanie Dickerson

Magdalen's eyes were wide and her mouth hung open. She was so sweet and beautiful. She would make a wonderful margrave's wife. Avelina had already made up her mind that the margrave had not killed his brother. She simply could not believe anyone who was so particular about who he was going to marry, and who seemed so concerned about orphans, could have done such a despicable thing. At least, she hoped not. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Jorgen reached out to her and, moving as if in a dream, she placed her hand in his. He raised it to his lips and kissed her knuckles. She had been kissed on the hand numerous times before and never felt a thing. So why did his lips on her skin send a tingle through her, across her shoulders and down her back? ~ Melanie Dickerson

Colin's head injury had loosened his tongue. First he seemed to know that she wouldn't marry him and why, which she had never discussed with him, then he was saying he had kissed her, which he hadn't, and now he was saying he liked hearing her talk. He had also said last night that her talking sounded cheerful, now that she thought about it. Could he truly think that? This strange conversation was making her heart leap madly. She had to stop thinking these wonderful but confusing things about Colin. She must focus on the task at hand - making sure he was well enough to travel. ~ Melanie Dickerson

But I must say that I've never seen him look at anyone the way he looked at you tonight. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Gisela looked more frightened now than she had before-frightened for him rather than for herself if he read the expression correctly. He looked her in the eye. I won't let you down. I will save you. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She wanted to say something daring like, "If you promise to kiss me again soon," but she only whispered, "As you wish. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Mistress Eustacia sent me to have my bandage changed. He looked disgruntled. She adjusted the pot so that it wasn't directly over the fire then wiped her hands on her apron. He sat down impatiently on the bench against the wall. Annabel rummaged through the shelves until she found a container of honey and some bandages, smiling to herself at his reluctant compliance. Then ~ Melanie Dickerson

Missing?" His father looked quite dangerous, as dangerous as Valten felt. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Valten's hand tightened around Gisela arm, and he grunted in frustration. He brushed his finger over her cheek and whispered, "We will continue this conversation later." "Yes, my lord." The mischievous twinkle in her eye almost made him kiss her anyway, even though Rainhilda was staring at them from the Great Hall door. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Because he cared for her. If he were completely honest, he didn't want Rupert to marry her, because he wanted to marry her himself. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Even though she was in a room full of people, an occurrence she had rarely ever experienced before, she had never felt so alone. ~ Melanie Dickerson

The touch of his fingers sent her heart to dancing, and her mind flitted to being held in his arms after he had saved her ~ Melanie Dickerson

When he reached her, he put his hand on her shoulder and searched her face in the dim light. "Valten." She said his name on a happy sigh as she looked into his eyes. He put his arms around her, pulling her against his chest. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Valten always did say you were the luckiest boy alive. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He could go home knowing he had done something good, that he had made a difference in the life of the most beautiful, worthy, gentle creature in the world. ~ Melanie Dickerson

His two men pulled her off him, with Gisela kicking and fighting like a lioness. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She relaxed against him, her head tucked against his neck. He closed his eyes to better memorize the way she felt in his arms, since he must never hold her like this again. ~ Melanie Dickerson

And if Magdalen was waiting for her at the balcony, then she must already be with Lord Thornbeck. A pang of jealousy attacked her like a bird of prey, its talons gripping her heart. No. She stomped her foot to force her heart to listen. I will not allow jealousy to get hold of me. Magdalen was her friend, and Avelina could never have Lord Thornbeck anyway. She hurried toward the balcony. She would be joyful for Lord Thornbeck and Magdalen. So why did she have to blink away tears as she walked? When ~ Melanie Dickerson

He had always thought her beautiful - for a peasant girl. But with that golden hair falling around her, it made her face and eyes glow like some kind of enchantment. He was thinking like an addle-headed knave. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Even a dozen soldiers couldn't make her feel as safe as Valten could. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Don't think I couldn't see the love in his eyes when he looked at you. He would have fought to the death for you, that handsome Valten Gerstenberg. ~ Melanie Dickerson

God wants us all to strive to grow more like Jesus, to become holy as he is holy, but God has a specific purpose for each person. How could it not be so? Everyone in a village cannot be a baker, because who would then make the candles or shoe the horses or grow the food? God says we are like a body ... Just as the villagers are part of a village and have different tasks, we all have tasks to do for the Lord God. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Gabe tried to force himself to listen to and comprehend the priest's words, but it was difficult, as Sophie's beauty kept distracting him. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Anger bubbled up inside him so strong that he clenched his fist and silently promised his brother that he would pay for his boorish behavior. ~ Melanie Dickerson

You tried to kill me with your dagger," Valten said calmly. "I can get you disqualified from this tournament." "Are you threatening me?" "Yes. ~ Melanie Dickerson

When he didn't say anything else, Odette's hand moved down his arm, and she slipped her hand inside his. His heart beat like a thundering of horses' hooves as she gently squeezed. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She never imagined she would get her first true kiss in the secret tunnel, surrounded by strange men. At least it was memorable. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She cried so hard she thought her heart would burst - until Sir Gerek put his arms around her. ~ Melanie Dickerson

I want you to be my family now, for us to be a family together. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Your scars only make you dearer to me, reminding me of what a hero you are. My eyes behold the most handsome man in the world. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Already very near to him, she moved a bit closer. He disengaged his hand and touched her face. Her skin was like silk, and he let his fingers glide along her jawline. Her lips parted, and he noticed the rise and fall of her chest as she breathed more rapidly. His own breath felt shallow and raspy. He leaned down. Before he could let his reason take over, he pressed his lips against hers. A tiny sound escaped her throat, and his mind seemed to leave him entirely. He cupped her cheek in his hand and pulled her mouth full against his. Even ~ Melanie Dickerson

You are the most beautiful sight, he whispered. He leaned down and kissed her forehead. She leaned into him, her whole body melting. His lips moved to her temple, then her cheek. Finally, they slipped down and found her mouth. He kissed her slowly, reverently, his hands resting on the sides of her head, his thumbs lightly touching her cheekbones. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Rapunzel's heart soared at the protective look on Sir Gerek's face. He had come for her! ~ Melanie Dickerson

When he tore his eyes from the piece of parchment, his gaze went straight to Sophie, a strange look on his face. He tossed the letter over his shoulder, strode across the room toward her, his eyes alight with triumph. He grabbed Sophie around the waist, tilted her backward, and kissed her passionately on the lips. Finding herself off balance, Sophie held onto his shoulders. Her heart soared at his sudden display of affection. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Gisela couldn't be thinking as much about kissing him as he thought about kissing her or she wouldn't be able to fall asleep. With her in his arms, he was too restless to think about anything but her. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Her whole world was in the depth of his eyes. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Even with dirt on her face and dress, she took his breath away. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She wanted to hit him. Perhaps she would. ~ Melanie Dickerson

The idea that Sir Gerek the Irritable was being kind to her made her stomach do a strange flip. ~ Melanie Dickerson

What kind of madness was this? A Woman saying she would protect him? His pride refused to allow it. ~ Melanie Dickerson

I didn't believe any woman could love me, as disfigured as I am, and especially anyone as beautiful as you are, inside and out. I still can hardly believe it. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Who would marry her and take care of her? O God, let it be me. His chest ached with the fervor of his desire - and his impossible request. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He had transformed, from "Froschjunge," or "Frog boy," to her very own knight in shining armor. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She was standing very close and looking up at him. Her eyes were big and round, but it was so dark he could barely see anything. So why was he so aware of how near her lips were to his? Why did the thought of kissing her seem burned into his brain like a mandate from both the king of England and the Holy Roman Emperor? ~ Melanie Dickerson

Beautiful, clever, hardheaded Rapunzel, who had broken down and cried, whose hair was as beautiful as a sunset. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She kept her eyes on him the whole time as he slowly lowered her with the rope. His heart pounded faster the closer she got to him. When she was still a few feet from the ground, she let go of the rope and reached for his shoulders. He caught her in his arms, and she buried her face in his neck. "I have you," he whispered, letting his lips brush her temple. "I have you." Her feet dangled above the ground, and she laughed. Her whole body shook in his arms. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Valten took a step toward the tent and stopped. He turned back to Gisela, and the look in his gray-green eyes gentled instantly. His jaw relaxed, and her breath hitched in her throat at the sudden transformation. ~ Melanie Dickerson

The world needs more people like you, Odette." She smiled to lighten the mood."And you, Jorgen Hortman. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Well, he would share her, but only for a little while. When the ball was over, he would make sure she slept inside the castle tonight, with his sister Margaretha. In fact, he might just make sure she never left the castle. He didn't intend for her to ever be without protection again. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Trust me, dear girl, you were born for love, for loving and caring and healing." She ~ Melanie Dickerson

But he would never stop searching. And when he found her, he would never let anyone harm her again. ~ Melanie Dickerson

With the mask covering half her face, she could think anything and no one would know. She felt almost as if she were someone else, someone bolder, someone who could be flirtatious and carefree. Tomorrow she could go back to being sensible, to understanding that no matter how strong and noble and kind and good Jorgen was, he was still a forester and not the person her uncle - or she - would ever choose for her to marry. But for tonight, inside this formidable castle and this beautiful, palatial ballroom, she could think outrageous thoughts and imagine the impossible. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He gave her a questioning lift of his eyebrows and held out his right arm. "May I? Wear your colors? ~ Melanie Dickerson

Even though his heart would be broken when he finally had to part from her, and he regretted he couldn't marry her, he wasn't sorry he had spent these days with her. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Even though the dance floor was filled with beauty and color enough to dazzle any eye, Odette had no desire to look away from Jorgen as she stepped toward him, clasped his hands, then let go as they stepped back. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Valten's blood boiled at the thought of Ruexner holding Gisela, of him taking her by force, dragging her away from underneath Valten's nose, from his own home. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He stroked her cheek with two fingertips, his breath catching in his throat at the softness of her skin. He pulled her down into his lap. Instead of resisting, she snuggled against his shoulder. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He moved close to her. "Do you think I still have a fever?" He hoped she would press her soft hand to his forehead. "I'm sure your fever must be gone" - she gave him a saucy smirk, seeing right through him - "or Bartel never would have let you come downstairs." "Bartel doesn't know." He smirked right back, leaning dangerously close. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Rose reached out and touched his fingers. He immediately covered her hand in a firm grasp. His warm fingers entwined with hers and made her heart beat erratically. The snake had nearly scared her to death, but his touch and his presence overwhelmed her with comfort and safety. The darkness gave her a feeling of intimacy with him. They could hold each other's hand and no one could see. She liked it - so very much. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He bent lower to whisper in her ear, I love you, queen of beauty and love. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Gisela. She was beautiful and easy to talk to. And unlike Rainhilda, she didn't prattle on and on about things Valten didn't care or know anything about. She talked about horses-a subject he was quite comfortable with. And he always thought a love of horses was sign of gentleness and good character. ~ Melanie Dickerson

He took a step toward her. She turned around, a tentative smile on her face. His beautiful Rose. He sank to his knees and raised his hands over his face. Thank you, God. You're so good to me. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Just as he finished speaking with the margrave, he turned and smiled at Odette. Her breath caught in her throat at how good he looked. A ~ Melanie Dickerson

Julia, come here." Julia arrived home from posting her letter to Sarah to be greeted by her aunt's command. Her heart fluttered. She laid aside her bonnet and entered the sitting room. "Yes, Aunt Wilhern?" Her aunt sat in the corner of the settee, stroking her little gray-and-black dog while it rested in her lap, its eyes half closed. "Julia, ~ Melanie Dickerson

He leaned toward her, his face only a breath away. His intense look captured her fully. His words rumbled from his chest. If you love me, kiss me. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Gerek placed his hands under Rapunzel's arms and lifted her to her feet. She looked into his eyes for a moment, then threw her arms around him. He pulled her close with one arm, still holding his sword in his other hand. "Shh. All is well . . . All is well." Her golden hair was falling around her shoulders in disarray. How his heart swelled with joy at seeing her safe, her arms around him, the way it felt to touch her and hold her . . . which he should not be doing. But the way she was clinging to him felt so good he could barely breathe. ~ Melanie Dickerson

beautiful young maiden? ~ Melanie Dickerson

Avelina raised her hand to her face, the one Lord Thornbeck had squeezed a moment ago, and was overcome by his familiar scent - the smell of evergreen trees and mint leaves the servants put in his laundry. Warmth washed over her as she remembered how he had held her tight, much tighter than necessary, sitting on the balcony floor. Surely ~ Melanie Dickerson

But how could she explain that their crude idea of love didn't seem satisfying, and a good-looking husband wasn't all she wanted in life? ~ Melanie Dickerson

His heart swelled at her bravery. This was the lady he wanted by his side - and in his arms - for the rest of his life. ~ Melanie Dickerson

For a man of action and few words, the ones he did say were quite lovely. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Marrying Mathis made sense. It would solve all their problems. Except her problem of wanting Jorgen. But it hurt too much to think about that. ~ Melanie Dickerson

She thought about all the things she would like to say to him. Thank you for wanting to defend me. Thank you for thinking Rupert is a rogue. Thank you for being a man of integrity. Oh, Lord Hamlin, if you were mine, I'd make you so happy. Rose stifled a laugh at the stupid, outrageous thought. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Tell me about one of your stories." "Are you sure you want to hear about my stories? I think you would find them silly." "I already know your views on love and marriage. Do you think you will surprise me with your stories?" He lifted a brow at her. "No, probably not." She couldn't help but smile. His ~ Melanie Dickerson

She pulled away from him and he let her go, the ache intensifying in his chest. ~ Melanie Dickerson

Everyone will say I'm insane, but I don't care, Rose. Is it insane to marry the girl I love? A girl with golden brown hair, with gifts of beauty and goodness and storytelling? ~ Melanie Dickerson

What would she say to Lord le Wyse? I love you? I've wanted to kiss you for weeks? She almost laughed. Obviously she was hysterical. ~ Melanie Dickerson