But protest that priests are ‘no worse’ than other groups or than men in general is a dire indictment of the profession. It is surprising that this attitude is championed by the Church authorities. Although...

You’re not celibate, then?” I breathe. Amusement lights up his eyes.”No, Anastasia, I’m not celibate.

Because I’m Sebastian, Lord St. Vincent. I can’t be celibate. Everyone knows that.

It is better to lock up your heart with a merciless padlock, than to fall in love with someone who doesn’t know what they mean to you.