My dearest Rose,One of the few downsides to being awakened is that we no longer require sleep; therefore we also no longer dream. It’s a shame, because if I could dream, I know I’d dream...

He reached out and pulled me to him, one hand on my waist and the other behind my neck. He tipped my head up and lowered his lips to mine. I closed my eyes and...

Historically inaccurate.’ Adrian gestured at me with his other hand, the one not on my shoulder. “Who the hell looks at you and says ‘historically inaccurate’?

I didn’t care at this point and busied myself texting a message to Sydney on the Love Phone, letting her know that my art was a paltry thing compared to the brilliance of her beauty....

Do you check every once in a while, just to make sure I’m not undead?

Adrian suddenly glanced up at me. Our gazes locked, and I felt like he could read my mind. How often did he think about that kiss? And if he really was crazy about me, did...

Speaking of Sonya…I was thinking of something earlier. Something Wolfe said.””Why, Adrian. Were you paying attention after all?””Don’t start,Sage,” he warned.(p 211)

You, know I’m the Queen’s favorite great nephew, Well, yeah I’m her only great nephew, but that’s not important, I’d still be her favorite…

So. Are you guys here to convert me or sell me siding?

Right. As opposed to your cradle-robbing mentor. I don’t really see you making much progress with him.

I brought my lips down to hers, and it was like everything that had ever happened to me had simply been a warm-up for this moment, that this was where my life truly began.

Can’t you… I don’t. Find a hobby or something?””Being charming is my hobby.

I should go,” I said thickly. “Let me know when you want to start practice again. And thanks for…talking.”I started to turn; then I heard him say abruptly, “No.”I glanced back. “What?”He held my gaze,...

Only a true best friend can protect you from your immortal enemies.

Sydney spent a lot of time on my bed these days.Unfortunately, it wasn’t with me.

Seth’s quote from his book:”And if I only couldI’d make a deal with God and I’d get Him to swap our places”-“Running up that Hill” by Kate Bush

It’s a fact that people are afraid of what they don’t understand. And most are too lazy or ignorant to find out more.

There was so much testosterone in the air, I felt like I needed a gas mask.

Don’t judge the past by the standards of today. It won’t work. They’re incompatible.

Not into older guys, huh?” asked Adrian once we were alone.”You’re imagining things,” I said. “Clearly, my stunning beauty has clouded your mind.

I nearly dropped the plate I held. “You’ve asked me out tons of times.””Not really. I’ve made inapproprite suggestions and frequently pushed for nudity. But I’ve never asked you out on a real date. And,...

Damn it,” I muttered. “What?” asked Adrian. “I hate when you’re the sane one. That’s my job.” “Rose,” he said, forcibly trying to keep a serious tone, “I can think of many words to describe...

Wild and disrespectful? Who the hell are you anyway? Outsourced help?

My captivity with Dimitri. The way his mouth—so, so warm, despite his cold skin—had kissed mine. The feel of his fangs pressing into my neck and the sweet bliss that followed…He looked exactly the same...

I know how you guys feel about us. I’m not stupid, and believe me, I’ve tried to get you out of my head. But there isn’t enough liquor or art or any other distraction in...

No, you will listen. For once, you’re going to hear something that doesn’t fit into your neat, compartmentalized world of order and logic and reason. Because this isn’t reasonable. If you’re terrified, believe me–this scares...

I’d been raised to be practical and keep myemotions in check, but I loved cars. That was one of the fewlegacies I’d picked up from my mom. She was a mechanic,and some of my best...

So, what’s this mean exactly?” he asked.”You finally come around, and now you’re going to just end things because of her?””Kissing you isn’t exactly ‘coming around.'”He gave me a long, level look. “There was a...

Sydney: I like Latin. It’s fun.Eddie: I can’t believe you think we’re the strange ones.

Me? I didn’t believe in hopeless.

We need to get inside. I think my hair gel’s frozen.

So much grief, so much anger. So unlike the usual Adrian.

Never mind. Why can’t I reach her? Where is she?

See? There it is again. My flame in the dark.

Quando tornerai, mi darai una possibilità?”Nascosi la mia sorpresa. “Che vuoi dire?””È come ho detto. Non mi hai mai voluto, non mi hai mai nemmeno preso in considerazione. I fiori, le attenzioni… ti rimbalzavano addosso....

I had never thought I could love another person this much. I also never thought I’d live in such fear of losing another person. Was this how everyone in love felt? Did they all cling...

Relax, having kids is years away. But can you imagine? Your brains, my charm, our collective good looks… then add in the usual physical abilities dhampirs get. It’s really not even fair to everyone else.

I’ve heard that the soul often recognizes truth when it hears it, even if the mind does not.

Too bad. Family members hit you by accident. Psychopathic whores tend to come back for more.

Until now, you have always lived your life alone. Every decision you’ve made has been for you and you alone. Now, and for the rest of your days, your life will be tied to another’s....

You and me are going to have so much fun, Rose. Picking out curtains, doing each other’s hair, telling ghost stories….

anger based on calculated reason is more dangerous than anger based on blind hate

This college would probably have the same problem as the last one did.”I frowned, “What’s that?””Homework.

But once in a while . . . I don’t know. I feel so close, Rose. So close to the edge. Like if I allow myself one small misstep, I’ll plunge away and never come...

Christian’s family lived under the shadow cast by his parents. They had purposely become Striogi, trading thier magic and mortality to become immortal and subsist on killing others. His parents were dead now, but that...

Rose? Is that you?” I peered behind him. Lissa. “What are you doing here?””What are you doing here?” She asked”Ladies, ladies” he said teasingly. “No need to fight over me.”I glared. “We’re not.

I know,” she said, guessing my thoughts. “I know exactly how you feel.””Does it get easier?” I asked. Unlike Sydney, Olena had an answer.”Yes. But you’ll never be the same.

Rose, I cheat at cards and buy liquor for minors. But I would never, ever force you into something you don’t want.

Why would you do that? Why would you act like you didn’t know how to drive?” “Isn’t it obvious, Sage? No, of course it isn’t. I did it so I’d have a reason to be...

You don’t know the first thing about me, Adrian Ivashkov. I fight back plenty.