“A lady can always find the appropriate words for any occasion - Aunt Horatia”

“Talent is useful, but always keep your dagger sharp.”

“I have always found that it is far more convenient to be rich rather than to be poor.”

“I am well aware that for some, love and passion do not always follow the traditional path”

“You mustn’t hit her over the head with it. Women like to be romanced like the heroines in the sensation novels.” “What the devil do you know about sensation novels?” “A man can learn a great deal about women from novels,” Matt said. “You should try it sometime.”

“All things being equal, he preferred to do business with people who were sane.”

“Idly he toyed with the notion of ripping Leybrook's head off his shoulders. It would be a very pleasant, extremely satisfying project, but Virginia would probably not approve.”