Top 200 Melanie Dickerson Quotes (2026 Update)
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101. “We all have a choice, after all, to be our own person, to be the person we wish to be.”

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102. “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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103. “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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104. “When she was with Lord Thornbeck, it was so difficult to keep from talking to him. She was so drawn to him, to his opinions, his deep-brown eyes, and his rich, rumbly voice – which was exactly why she needed to stay away.”

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105. “She had no right to enjoy his touch. She was a terrible friend in that moment, because she wanted him. Oh, how she wanted him to love her! To always be near to hold her and protect her.”

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

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109. “But he would never stop searching. And when he found her, he would never let anyone harm her again.”

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110. “Anger bubbled up inside him so strong that he clenched his fist and silently promised his brother that he would pay for his boorish behavior.”

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111. “She wanted to yell at him, to beat his chest with her fists and accuse him of being addled and stubborn and blind.”

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112. “But I must say that I’ve never seen him look at anyone the way he looked at you tonight.”

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113. “He wanted to ask her what she was thinking, but he decided to just enjoy the soft, sweet look on her face. She probably wouldn’t tell him anyway – or.”

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

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

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

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

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

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119. “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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120. “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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121. “When he tore his eyes from the piece of parchment, his gaze went straight to Sophie, a strange look on his face. He tossed the letter over his shoulder, strode across the room toward her, his eyes alight with triumph. He grabbed Sophie around the waist, tilted her backward, and kissed her passionately on the lips. Finding herself off balance, Sophie held onto his shoulders. Her heart soared at his sudden display of affection.”

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122. “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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123. “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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124. “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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125. “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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126. “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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127. “Some children at one of his tournaments in Burgundy had taken to calling him “Goliath”. Not the most endearing biblical character.”

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128. “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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129. “He moved close to her. “Do you think I still have a fever?” He hoped she would press her soft hand to his forehead. “I’m sure your fever must be gone” – she gave him a saucy smirk, seeing right through him – “or Bartel never would have let you come downstairs.” “Bartel doesn’t know.” He smirked right back, leaning dangerously close.”

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130. “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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131. “He simply stared at her, a sweet, soft look on his face. He seemed to be staring at her lips.”

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

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134. “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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135. “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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136. “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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137. “I suggest you marry Jorgen Hartman. In fact, I strongly suggest it.” Odette looked at Jorgen. He looked back at her. By his wide eyes and open mouth, he had not expected the margrave to say that any more than she had. She.”

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138. “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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139. “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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140. “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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141. “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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142. “He wasted his disapproval on her, for she cared not a whit.”

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

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

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146. “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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147. “Gisela couldn’t be thinking as much about kissing him as he thought about kissing her or she wouldn’t be able to fall asleep. With her in his arms, he was too restless to think about anything but her.”

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148. “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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149. “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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150. “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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