42 Quotes by Mary Jo Putney

Because you loved, you promised. You must try harder to keep that promise.

Softly he continued, “You need to ask God for forgiveness. That’s His job, isn’t it? To forgive imperfect humankind. You are quick to forgive others and offer them kindness. Do the same for yourself.

Isn’t a mistress supposed to care about her lover?” she asked softly. Their glances met, and Nicholas felt something shift deep inside him, creating a moment of strange vulnerability. This woman could hurt him badly if he wasn’t careful.

Your precocity delighted everyone who met you even when you were behaving like a limb of Satan.

Children often sang, adults seldom. At what age did the singing stop?

Gentlemen do not work. Since I do not work, therefore I must be a gentleman.

Michael is easier to understand – he had to believe in Caroline. To betray a friend was despicable – to acknowledge that he had done so for a woman who was utterly unworthy.

Jack was unexpectedly moved when he swore allegiance to the king and country. He had served both for years, could easily have laid down his life. Yet it was different to pledge his loyalty and best efforts toward governing this nation. Dying was easier than making good laws.

Small pleasures are the best because they’re everywhere. Anyone who needs grand spectacles is destined to be disappointed much of the time.