Top 200 K.M. Shea Quotes (2025 Update)
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151. “The comment threw her off a little, not because of the words – words were cheap, after all – but because of the way Callan looked when he said it.”

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152. “Elle smiled angelically. If I have to endure this, I’m going to make sure you are just as miserable as I am.”

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153. “No touching!” Maureen shouted before chopping at their joint hands, breaking the contact.”

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154. “Oh don’t worry,” Marian said, walking up to me to soothingly rub my back. “Once you get started I’m sure more Merry Men will come flocking to Sherwood.” “I don’t WANT more Merry Men! I don’t even want the one I’ve got!” I declared. “I beg your pardon?” Much frowned.”

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155. “Forgiveness does not change what has been done, but frees your future.”

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156. “He shifted uncomfortably. “No. I inquired after you when you did not appear at dinner.” She could have giggled with poorly contained glee. Yes! A successful invasion indeed! “You missed me!” she crowed. “The wretched dog missed you,” he said. “I don’t believe he let go of my waistcoat the entire meal.” “Poor Jock.”

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157. “I believe you are the first person to have knocked yourself out by dropping a vampire on your head. Well done,” he said in his irritatingly rich voice.”

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158. “Elle watched, and Jock growled twice more at Severin then retired to the shade of the rosebush to snarl at the illegitimate royal in comfort. “Why does Jock dislike you so?” She asked. “Who?” “Jock, the dog.” Severin.”

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159. “Sorry,” Murphy said to Callan. “I didn’t think she would react so eagerly and impulsively.” Callan laughed as he also stood. “She only acts eagerly and impulsively. But that’s part of her charm.” “Glad you see it that way, because I don’t,” Murphy said bowing and trailing after her sister. No.”

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160. “They don’t have to know me to judge me. Or so they would think.”

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161. “I have got some disheartening news for you: we all have personal struggles. They cannot be fixed, nor do they have an end. They are something we are forced to fight our whole life.”

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162. “It’s not kind to mock the stupid.”

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163. “Just to iron out the details so I can be sure we both understand – we will be engaged and married.”

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164. “Mind your borders, Lord Dooley.′ Cagney said. Dooley gave her his mournful eyes. ‘But I’m trying to expand them.’ ‘Careful, they will shrink,’ Cagney promised. Dylan shook her head. ‘What?’ Callan asked her. Dylan hesitated a moment before writing out, I’m glad I don’t own land. Callan started laughing so hard he had to sit on a bench to recover.”

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165. “Emele sighed, then unearthed her slate. I may have made a miscalculation. “You knew Severin was due to visit the library and brought me here on purpose,” Elle guessed. The lady’s maid winced and glanced at Oliver, but he was engrossed in his book. Elle leaned back in her chair. “Why?” Prince.”

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166. “Rakel nodded – pelting one of the last invaders in the back with a chunk of ice. Together, they walked the perimeter.”

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167. “She could be killed.” Severin slammed his fist on the desk. “So?” Lucien blinked. Severin could have happily strangled his brother at that moment. This willingness seemed to show in his darkening expression because Lucien hastily back-tracked. “I.”

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168. “If you tell them, I will pay a social visit to your mother.” “That’s playing dirty,” Merrich said. “Perhaps, but you keep your patty-paws out of my love affairs.” “Got it. I’ll leave the Trieux Troll alone.” “Her name is Cinderella.” “Could you have said that and sounded anymore lovesick?” “Shut up. Let’s go eat.” “After you, lover-boy.” “I hope she slaps you in the face when she meets you,” Friedrich grumbled. “More.”

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169. “Forgetting is not at all what forgiveness means.”

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170. “Friedrich frowned. “I hoped you two would get along, but I cannot say I wanted you to bond this well.” Cinderella blinked. “Why not?” “Do not listen to him, Cinderella; he is only jealous. Now that he has successfully won you over, he must actually return to his duties and stop kicking up his heels and using his men like a circus master. General Harbach looks forward to his full-time return,” Commander Lehn said, chuckling at the thought. “I.”

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171. “Sheesh – you’re like a ghost.” Rigel raised an eyebrow at me. “One would almost think that’s how I got the name of the Wraith.”

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172. “General Halvor bowed to Steinar. He turned to Oskar. “You will see to the princess?”

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173. “Prince Severin happened to be pacing in the little hall when the stained-glass skylight shattered, and a young woman fell through the ceiling with the broken glass. She dropped like a twisting cat and landed with an ominous crack. The.”

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174. “My servants put you up to this.” “And what if they did? Have you seen Bernadine? The woman wields a rolling pin all day long. I’m certainly not going to refuse her,” Elle said. Severin released a bark of laughter.”

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175. “I lied to you. I should have told you the truth about who I was.”

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176. “Wow. Wasn’t that what every girl dreams of when they tell a guy they love him? He questioned my feelings and then left without saying anything.”

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177. “Elle couldn’t stop her grin from spreading across her lips. “Really?” Just like a – “No, it is not at all like a cat,” Severin said. She chuckled, satisfied she could exasperate him without speaking a word.”

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178. “Oh, you’re still in that stage where neither of you have confessed yet. How cute,” Angelique added drolly. She rolled her eyes and sipped her tea. “If I didn’t know better, I would swear there was some kind of love blessing on this generation,” she grumbled. “Everyone is getting married and falling in love in situations that, frankly, I don’t think are at all romantic – much less logical!”

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179. “A truce then?” she asked. Severin glanced up. “We are friends again?” Elle asked. Severin twitched his whiskers again, this time in amusement. “If you wish.” “I.”

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180. “He shields you, and you fight for him. He doesn’t look at you the way one admires a pretty vase or a sculpture on a pedestal; he unhesitatingly reaches out for you without any fear of revealing who he is. Similarly, he has unflinchingly faced you down when most would see you as something larger than life. The two of you are what love is supposed to be.”

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181. “She congratulated herself for once again ruffling him when he glared at her. “He.”

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182. “No – no high fives! I purposely looked away.”

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183. “Quiet – the rescued doesn’t get to vote on or criticize the method in which they are rescued,” Gwendafyn complained.”

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184. “Killian looked thoughtful. “A donut is too good for you,” he finally said. “You’re as mentally stable as a computer in need of updates.”

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185. “Friedrich!” Cinderella gasped. He smiled in delight, softening the stark black of his eye patch. “Yes?” Cinderella was aware of her slip-up, but she was still aghast at his terrible manners. “You may have forgotten, but Marie and I are still ladies!” “Do not worry about it. I will forgive you,” he soothed. “You.”

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186. “You are making a great deal of noise considering you have just recovered from a cold.” “I’m celebrating my recovery and the regaining of my independence. One cannot celebrate quietly,” Elle said. It was only partially true – she was also making a sweep of the castle. She had forsaken her duties during her cold and was anxious to get back to them lest she miss something. “I don’t suppose you do much of anything quietly,” Severin said. “Correct. Jock!” Severin.”

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187. “Ahh, yes. Selecting a weapon of destruction that feeds on the lifeblood of its enemies and sings the sweet promise of death is a careful process – though a futile one given the fragile existence we eke out on this dying planet.”

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188. “The man ran at me and I released a frightened squeak before jumping out of the way as he brandished his sword at me.”

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189. “You must be the only officer in the whole army who involves his regiment in his personal relationships.”

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190. “He blinked again. “You are a strange queen.” “Yeah, well your career path is illegal,” I said.”

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191. “Do you hear that, Friedrich? Friedrich.” “She called me Fred,” Friedrich said, scowling into his pint. Merrich.”

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192. “For the longest time, Cinderella had doubted Friedrich was ever serious about her. Now, as she saw the way his fingers twitched with nervousness and the earnest set of his shoulders, she knew her reservations had been so unjust to her loyal colonel. “I.”

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193. “Your Highness, give me some credit. We have dined together for weeks now. There is no one to talk to during our meals except for an overweight dog. I will have noticed some things about you.” Severin.”

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194. “I was confused and grieved.”

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195. “Nothing to humble a person like complete and utter helplessness. But isn’t there someone – anyone – who could shatter this?”

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196. “Fine, bring them along if you must. And my name is not puss. I have a very fine, revered name: Roland Archibald Whisperpaws the Fifth.”

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197. “Keep that hairy mutt outside the great hall,” Merlin ordered as they made their way to the treasury door. “No.” “You are acting like a child.” “I am a woman masquerading as a 15 year old boy king who makes no decisions about his own kingdom. The least you will allow me to do is to make decisions regarding my pets.” “Fine.”

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198. “I’m not sure I would ever apply the word ‘gooey’ to an animal covered in quills,” Gemma said.”

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199. “The Colonel smirked down at Cinderella. “Why wouldn’t you?” “I’m going back,” Cinderella said. “I have a farming book.” Cinderella stopped and turned around.”

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200. “The book – ” Cinderella started. “Is waiting for you on my desk. I’ll be along in a minute, although I shall miss you every second we are apart,” he said, clasping her hands. “I would have thought you wouldn’t act so silly in front of your men.” Cinderella plucked her hands from his grasp. “Where would be the fun in that, Pet?” She waggled her hand at him. “Be gone. I want my book.” “As you wish, Dearest,” he said before he headed up the hallway. Ensign.”

— K.M. Shea