“The fear of losing each other is always stronger than the pain we cause.”

“Cheekbones that cut like ice and eyes like liquid scotch. Loren Hale is an alcoholic beverage and he doesn't even know it.”

“Wait for me. The words come out choked and pained. I need you to wait for me.”

“No one told me you can love someone and still be miserable. How is that possible?”

“Promises from Lo are like bars at 2 a.m.--empty.”

“Just repeat this phrase whenever you feel the urge to jump some other guys bones.His mouth brushes my ear. Loren Hale fucks better.”

“I bought salvation from a man on the street. He said, "Go down to the beach and let the waves wash your feet.”

“We all have those things that help us carry on through life. It is important that these things upon which we depend for daily strength are healthy for our character rather than harmful. We must ask...”

“God made you for His pleasure. And He made you intrinsically needy and dependent on His unspeakable joy. If you are struggling with sin our addiction, dont try to kill your appetite for pleasure. I...”

“It was strange, because she always felt that she hid herself from Erika, that she was more 'herself' with her 'true' friends, where the friendship flowed in an ordinary, uncomplicated, grown-up fas...”

“Youre my best friends kid sister, Ang. Ive known you since you were eight. He ducked his head, dragged his hands through his hair with all the frustration winding through him. Christ, if your broth...”

“I promise I dont bite. He winked at her.That earned him another throaty laugh. Then she bent over him, hands braced on his thighs, her luscious mouth inches from his. The heat of her palms singed h...”

“She smiled, and her eyes started to drift downward. "Cather..." Back up to his eyes."You know that I'm falling in love with you, right?”

“It doesnt matter whats wrong with him. Were not going to act like he doesnt exist. Not anymore.”

“Well, why not just snap my damn olive branch and beat me with it? I was only trying to help.”