Quotes from Play of Passion

“You can run,” Dorian said in a neutral tone that did nothing to lessen the intensity of his
expression, “but sooner or later, you run out of places to run to.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Once, he hadn't been able to touch her without causing himself pain. Now, it only hurt when he didn't touch her.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Go play your favorite game.”

Feeling the hum of anticipation in his belly, Andrew gave his alpha an innocent smile. “I have no idea what you mean.”

Hawke pointed a finger at him. “I want my calm, collected lieutenant back by the end of the week, or I’m packing you in a box and shipping you to fucking Siberia.”

Andrew grinned. “I hear it’s nice there this time of year.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Hawke's gaze was so innocent, Andrew knew it was pure bullshit”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“She dumped me for the quarterback after she'd played my body like a banjo. So Sad."

"I bet"

"I'm serious. I was heartbroken."

"For how long?"

"A whole week." An eternity in the life of a teenage boy.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“If he decided to pursue Sienna...Sucking in a breath Indigo promised herself she'd warn the girl if and when the time came-because no woman should have to face that campaign unprepared.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“There's so much love in him, Dad." The mating bond showed her a depth of feeling, of heart, even greater than she'd imagined. He was someone special, Andrew Liam Kincaid, and he was hers. "I wish you could see him as I do."

"That would be against the laws of nature," Abel said in a somber tone. "I have to be able to kick his ass if necessary-- therefore, I must see him as the filthy bastard who dared hurt my daughter by getting himself shot."

"Are you threatening my mortally wounded mate?"

Her father pressed a kiss to her temple. "I'll hold of until he's healthy.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Have you ever made her angry?" If the cop said that he and his wife lived in a state of constant connubial bliss, Andrew decided he'd have full cause to throw a punch.
Max raised an eyebrow. "Sure, I'm human." He slid the phone into the pocket of his suit pants and rose to his feet with a distinctly amused glint in his eyes. "Making up is the fun part, in case you haven't figured that out yet.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“What was that?"

"Really excellent sex."

"You were trying to sex me into submission."

"Did it work?" A lazy grin as he turned to look at her. "I was just trying to be me.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“When was the last time you lost an argument?"

He pretended to think about it. Then, leaning down, he whispered in her ear, "A few hours ago when you refused to stop the car and crawl into the backseat with me.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“No self-respecting wolf would eat a rodent - though we might've been able to use your teeth as decorations," Andrew said with a straight face.
Teijan hissed out a very unratlike snarl. "Why the hell do I bother to talk to you?"
"Hawke thinks I give you cheese." He pulled a small, foil-wrapped wedge out of his pocket. "Here you go"

"*** you" But the Rat alpha was laughing.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“This was war.Who the hell cared about playing fair?”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Lifting her head, she joined in as the others in the group began to howl in response to Brace's triumph. The sound was . . . It touched the soul, the music haunting, starkly pure and yet so very earthy.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“There would be no more presents of fossils or bribes of sweet desserts, no more ambushing kisses, no more challenges, no more Drew. The rocks in her gut turning to blocks of ice, she took a step toward the den, intent on following his fading scent.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“Yes, she’s coming home for a visit. No, I will not give you a free pass. You put one finger on her, I’ll beat you to a pulp.”

Tai snarled low in his throat, his wide shoulders going stiff as he fisted his hands. “Yeah, well, maybe I’ll beat you back.” Face thunderous, he stalked off as she fought her smile. Hmm, perhaps Judd’s young protégé had potential. None of the others had dared stand up to her.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“You broke my heart when you said I didn't know about foreplay.'
Her lips twitched. 'Yes, you're terrible at sex. Terrible.' That was why she was lying here with melted bones and an inner wolf who was so dozy, she was sprawled out in complete abandon.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

“You’re so cute when you’re deluding yourself.”
― Nalini Singh, quote from Play of Passion

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