“The stone blurred. The hole expanded to twice its previous size. Unable to believe shed actually changed its shape, Jane threw all her weight into the next effort.An opening the size of a refrigera...”

“Charlie touched her face gently with long, tanned fingers. Sometimes I dont know half of what you say, but Im damn glad I get to hear it.I bet you say that to all the mortals, she joked, then wince...”

“Charlie touched her face gently with long, tanned fingers. “Sometimes I don’t know half of what you say, but I’m damn glad I get to hear it.”“I bet you say that to all the mortals,” she joked, then...”

“Charlie tipped her head up. “Are you sure? We’re a simple people. No automobiles or fancy gadgets.”“Simple?” She chuckled. “Ha! Worlds that think and kings that plot? Sandobbles and goblins, portal...”

“History has been written, but it has not always been right or complete.”

“I want to kiss you again, Tess.Why?He chuckled, low under his breath. Why? Because youre beautiful, and because I want you. And I think you want me too.”

“With every breath I take, I will always love you.”