Top 200 Melanie Dickerson Quotes (2025 Update)
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101. “Even though his heart would be broken when he finally had to part from her, and he regretted he couldn’t marry her, he wasn’t sorry he had spent these days with her.”

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102. “She wanted to hit him. Perhaps she would.”

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103. “We all have a choice, after all, to be our own person, to be the person we wish to be.”

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104. “She wished she had not shrunk back when he reached out to her. At this moment his strong arms could be holding, warming, comforting her.”

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105. “Valten’s blood boiled at the thought of Ruexner holding Gisela, of him taking her by force, dragging her away from underneath Valten’s nose, from his own home.”

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106. “Colin understood why Toby had become so attached to Margaretha in such a short time. And he wasn’t the only one.”

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107. “He slowly lowered his arms. The look on his face reached out and wrapped her in a warm embrace of love. He got to his feet and held out his hand. She closed the gap between them and buried her face in his chest. His arms enfolded her.”

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108. “But I have always thought a curious man was a knowledgeable man.”

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109. “She was so beautiful and seemed so unaware of it. The wisps of blonde hair danced around her pink-tinted cheeks just as he had captured them in his painting. But even more devastating than her physical beauty were the glimpses he had seen of her heart and soul. God help him.”

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110. “My lord,” she said quickly, “I must first ask a question. Why would you have your forester marry me? Should you not allow him to choose?” “He has already chosen.” The margrave’s voice was cool and expressionless. “He wishes to marry you. And I wish to grant him his desire – if you are as worthy as he thinks you are.” Jorgen was still red faced, but he was staring at her with that vulnerable look she could never resist, the look that was melting her heart. “Marry me, Odette.” Her.”

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111. “The sight of her closed eyelids and parted lips was too much for his weak restraint, and he kissed her again. She put her hands on both sides of his face and started to kiss him back.”

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112. “A person’s heart should be what she was judged by, rather than whose blood ran in her veins.”

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113. “His chest constricted painfully. He was a fool.”

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114. “Sophie lay down next to him, the crossbow beside her. “Planning to use that?” “Only if we’re threatened.” She had a plucky, defiant look on her face that made respect well up inside him. “Do you know how?” he goaded her. “Yes, I do.”

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115. “He’d never seen such a confident, impertinent smile on her face. He frowned. “You’re enjoying this too much.”

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116. “Jorgen!” Mathis strode up to Jorgen’s side. “I hope you are not going to dance with this lovely swan all night.” “I had hoped I would.” Jorgen winked at her. Odette smiled at him.”

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117. “Do not worry. You are perfectly safe. You can enjoy his company for one more night and then you will probably never encounter him again.” She supposed that was true. “I must try not to be nervous around him.” And try not to notice how beautiful his eyes were. Or how deep his voice was. Or how much she liked talking to him.”

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118. “He wasted his disapproval on her, for she cared not a whit.”

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119. “You make me feel so safe.” She brought her knees up and tucked her head beneath his chin, curling up like a kitten on his chest. If he died now, he would die happy. His chest expanded and his whole body felt alive with pleasant sensations. He could be content to stay here, without moving, forever.”

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120. “Rapunzel. She was one hundred times nobler than he had been, and he loved her.”

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121. “She was so lovely, it hurt his chest to gaze at her, especially knowing she was courageous and clever too.”

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122. “His two men pulled her off him, with Gisela kicking and fighting like a lioness.”

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123. “She never imagined she would get her first true kiss in the secret tunnel, surrounded by strange men. At least it was memorable.”

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124. “Every eye was on her, including her stepmother’s and stepsisters’, she thought absently. But Gisela only had eyes for Valten.”

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125. “He had avoided thoughts of marriage as long as he was still a gamekeeper, but seeing that couple, he felt a slight ache in his chest. When he married, would he and his wife be in love like those two? Now.”

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126. “May I ask if you have experience in the realm of shaving men?” “You may, and I do.” He’d never seen such a confident, impertinent smile on her face. He frowned. “You’re enjoying this too much.” “Forgive me. I am simply happy. Now hold still so that I don’t cut you.”

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127. “Are you sure you do not want to be inside meeting all the countesses and duchesses?” “We can go back inside in a little while. It is pleasant here.” Alone with you. She could stay here with him all night, allowing herself to imagine what it would be like if he kissed her, if they were free to fall in love. If only she were truly a swan princess and he were truly a prince.”

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128. “Valten took a step toward the tent and stopped. He turned back to Gisela, and the look in his gray-green eyes gentled instantly. His jaw relaxed, and her breath hitched in her throat at the sudden transformation.”

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129. “I should like the woman I choose to be very honest, generous, and to have a sincere faith in God, rather than mindlessly following the rules.”

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130. “Her whole world was in the depth of his eyes.”

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131. “The pain in his chest grew so intense it took his breath away. So this is what a broken heart feels like.”

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132. “When anyone but God tells me I can or cannot, should or should not do something, I get a distinct desire to rebel.”

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133. “But a young lady should never try to gain a man’s affections by flirting when she feels no attachment to him. It is wrong. I would not take it lightly if a lady did that to my brother, for instance.”

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134. “Gisela looked more frightened now than she had before-frightened for him rather than for herself if he read the expression correctly. He looked her in the eye. I won’t let you down. I will save you.”

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135. “As soon as they were out of sight of the margrave, she turned to him in the dimly lit corridor, slipped her arms around his neck, and before she could close her eyes, he was kissing her.”

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136. “So she’d never experience love. Most married people didn’t, either.”

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137. “I see there’s more cooking out here than the pheasant.” Valten leaned over to turn the roasting birds on the spit and mumbled, “Not anymore.”

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138. “But what stuck in her mind was the way Lord Hamlin had looked at her. Thinking of that, her face began to burn once again.”

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139. “Well, he would share her, but only for a little while. When the ball was over, he would make sure she slept inside the castle tonight, with his sister Margaretha. In fact, he might just make sure she never left the castle. He didn’t intend for her to ever be without protection again.”

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140. “Magdalen’s eyes were wide and her mouth hung open. She was so sweet and beautiful. She would make a wonderful margrave’s wife. Avelina had already made up her mind that the margrave had not killed his brother. She simply could not believe anyone who was so particular about who he was going to marry, and who seemed so concerned about orphans, could have done such a despicable thing. At least, she hoped not.”

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141. “Valten turned and stomped back to the Great Hall. He just might put his unbroken hand through someone’s face, if given the slightest bit of provocation.”

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142. “Jorgen turned and reached out to her. Tears spilled from her eyes and she stepped into his open arms, pressing her cheek against his chest. “My brave girl,” he whispered against her hair as he swept it away from her face.”

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143. “Wilhelm studied Christoff and Georg. With a fair maiden in their midst, he knew his men too well to doubt their thoughts. He suddenly agreed with the dog. He didn’t want them staring at her.”

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144. “His heart swelled at her bravery. This was the lady he wanted by his side – and in his arms – for the rest of his life.”

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145. “At least if she worked inside, she couldn’t nearly decapitate someone.”

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146. “No, even if we didn’t love you, we would still think you were beautiful.”

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147. “She relaxed against him, her head tucked against his neck. He closed his eyes to better memorize the way she felt in his arms, since he must never hold her like this again.”

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148. “We shall dedicate this battle to the woman who freed us.” Sir Klas turned from halfway up the stairs. “She is the bravest of us all.” “Ja!” the other soldiers shouted. “She is our lioness! We shall fight for her!” They.”

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149. “His squire’s voice broke through the haze of rage that had settled in his head.”

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150. “If you die fighting, I want to die fighting with you.”

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