Endings are not always bad. Most times they're just beginnings in disguise.

— Kim Harrison

From the back came an unearthly, satisfied chuckle. All I could see in the rearview mirror was a dark shadow with red goat-slotted eyes. Fear slithered thou

— Kim Harrison

God, if you ever loved me, open my eyes for me when I'm being this stupid! (Ron)

— Kim Harrison

Growing up is hard, love. Otherwise, everyone would do it.

— Kim Harrison

His attitude, though always bad, has changed since he helped me prep the Pandora charm for Morgan. He thinks I'm falling for her, as ridiculous as that sounds, and he might be tempted to take matters into his hands.

— Kim Harrison

His expression became serious, and his hand almost slipped from mine. "I've had a long time to think about it."" This can't work!" He looked down, then jerked his head up in frustration as his finger tightened on mine. "I'm not asking you to marry me, Rachel. I just ..." My heart pounded, and he stepped closer, so close the scent of cinnamon and wine enveloped me." I like walking into a room and seeing your face light up when you see me," he said earnestly, the sun from the open window making his hair glow. "I like arguing with Queen over the wisdom of employing a demon to be my security." My throat caught. This wasn't going to happen, but something in me was withering. I wanted more--and I knew I couldn't have it. He touched my hair, and I twitched as he tucked a strand of hair behind my ear. “I want to wake up beside you, see your curls on my pillow. I want a chance at falling in love.” My breath came fast. That was what I wanted too, and it hurt more than I thought was possible to survive.

— Kim Harrison

His right ear still held both studs, and I wondered who had the missing earring. I would have asked, but was afraid he’d tell me Ivy had it.

— Kim Harrison

Humans were so ignorant, taking for granted what they received from each other, never knowing the energy they passed between themselves.

— Kim Harrison

I am not going to live with regret for not having tried.

— Kim Harrison

I'd give anything if you'd kiss me." I said. "I mean," I said when he tilted his head to look at me, his eyes wide in shock, "I've kissed guys before. It's like a handshake these days," I lied, just wanting to know what his lips on mind would feel like. "Almost required if you're leaving.

— Kim Harrison