Top 40 Jen Turano Quotes (2024 Update)

1. “You told me to give my concerns over to God, but then to not simply sit idly by and wait for Him to fix my life for me, but to look for opportunities that He might send my way if only I was observant enough to recognize those opportunities.”

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2. “He’s very high-handed. Do you know that yesterday he had the audacity to ask me to practice adoring looks while peering into a mirror because he felt I was glaring at him too often?”

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3. “He really did posses the ability to be extremely annoying when he set his mind to it.”

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4. “I’m waiting with bated breath to hear what you’ll say next.” “Ah, sarcasm, how refreshing,” he said pleasantly.”

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5. “You used to possess a semblance of intelligence, Nicholas, some of which I would hope you still have.”

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6. “But don’t you find it somewhat peculiar that when people gather, say, at church, matters of divine intervention are expected, but when they gather outside of places specifically relegated as places of worship, the topic of God or anything relating to Him seems to become rather uncomfortable?”

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7. “I’ve always been of the belief that gentlemen need to earn respect.”

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8. “It was now Oliver’s staunch belief that ladies – more specifically, Miss Harriet Peabody – had been put on the earth in order to create havoc with his well-organized life.”

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9. “When you were in Saratoga Springs with us, did you throw me up high while we were in the water and then laugh when Daddy claimed you were giving him heart palpitations?” “I must admit that I did.” A little ghost of a smile played around the corners of her lips. “I remember that.” Dorothy.”

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10. “Jeffrey to Felicia – Given your peculiar fashions over the past four years, I’m afraid you’ve caused people to believe you’re a little insane.”

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11. “I’ve always felt that misfits are far more interesting than normal folks.”

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12. “Why, there’s just something downright delicious about a gentleman who can handle himself well in a dangerous situaion.”

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13. “She was a lady, and ladies were prone to flirting every now and again.”

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14. “I always find it best to gather pertinent information about one’s nemesis because you never know when such information might be useful.”

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15. “It wasn’t that he disliked Miss Longfellow – quite the contrary. With her decidedly quirky personality and habit of uttering words that didn’t always suit what she wanted to say, Miss Longfellow was somewhat charming, if slightly deranged. She.”

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16. “Just because he frequently annoys me does not mean I’m not fond of the man.”

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17. “I don’t have a desire to find myself in jail, but if I’m forced to continue spending time with you... I fear I might be compelled to do something to you that will certainly land me there.”

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18. “It’s hardly Mr. Clay’s fault that you’re an idiot.”

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19. “She’s remarkably refined.” “You told me she slung Miss Birmingham over her shoulder and tossed her into a carriage.”

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20. “I was moving briskly. Well, until I realized I had a crazy lady chasing after me. Then I started to run.”

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21. “Ladies, I’ll have you know, don’t care for men who embrace criminal activity.”

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22. “Harriet’s mouth dropped open. In her world, urgent meant someone died, the rent was overdue, or dinner could not be served due to lack of funds. It never meant one was anxious for a delivery of hats.”

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23. “Seeing absolutely no point in arguing further with the man, Harriet tried her hand at releasing a sniff, just like Mrs. Birmingham had done numerous times during their ridiculous exchange. To her acute embarrassment, though, it turned out that sniffing was not actually advisable when it was pouring down rain, because water tended to immediately be sucked up one’s nose. She sneezed, snorted, sneezed again, and finally managed a halfhearted wave in his direction. “Continue if you please.”

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24. “I would love to find Arabella alive. I would love to be able to see her beautiful face again and tell her how much I adore her, how much I love her. I dream about her every time I close my eyes, but then reality returns the moment I awake, and I know it’s my fault she’s gone.”

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25. “I found unconventional and it exactly explains your upbringing.” Millie’s lips curved into a grin. “Unconstitutional doesn’t explain you at all, unless you’ve been participating in something that goes against our country’s constitution.”

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26. “Miss Wilhelmina Radcliff was reluctantly coming to the unfortunate conclusion that there were absolutely no perks to be had when one obtained the unenviable title of wallflower. Taking.”

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27. “I assure you, sir, I would have noticed if she’d snatched a tiara straight off some lady’s head.”

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28. “I have yet to be reunited with my fortune, and I’m now missing a chunk of hair from my spat with the nanny.”

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29. “I could not fill those expectations. I’ve never been presented to the queen,” Hamilton said. “Because we live in America and don’t have a queen.”

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30. “Setting the flowers, roots and all, aside, Millie crossed her arms over her chest. “Don’t insult my intelligence, Everett. You wouldn’t be bringing me flowers or children if something of a disastrous nature hadn’t occurred.”

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31. “You were most entertaining,” Zayne replied. “That was unintentional,” Eliza muttered.”

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32. “My appearance has left you feeling as if you’ve been struck by electricity?”

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33. “You realize age has not diminished how incredibly annoying you can be, don’t you?”

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34. “My dear, it has been my experience that God occasionally throws obstacles our way so that we’re forced to grow into the people He wants us to be. You are far stronger than you think. I imagine, even with what must seem like insurmountable mountains placed in your path, you’ll soon discover strengths you never knew you had.”

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35. “But you succeeded in your assignment because you, my darling Gwendolyn, are my perfect match.”

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36. “I don’t think reading is a pleasure I’ll ever be able to abandon.”

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37. “We gentlemen are occasionally required to insert ourselves into situations that are not to our liking, but you see, that’s what makes us gentlemen.”

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38. “I must say, all these compliments you keep sending my way are bound to go to my head soon. Why, I don’t recall the last time I was deemed peculiar and suspicious all in the same day.”

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39. “I’m perfectly comfortable with who I am – a bluestocking at heart, who besides loving the written word has a great affection for cats.”

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40. “Remember that enthusiasm is in order, and a smile wouldn’t be remiss either. Gentlemen always find smiling ladies far more appealing than scowling ones.”

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41. “All women are complicated, son. You should simply accept that for fact and be prepared to be confused for the rest of your life.”

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