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“Pearl was bred to be a hunting dog, before she made a career change and became a lap dog.”
― School Days
― School Days

“All dogs wanted to be good dogs, no matter how unpromising they seemed. You just had to help them find a way.And they were sunshine creatures. When their master opened his eyes in the morning it was their signal that the day had begun, and a day was to be greeted with joy and intense interest.”
― The Old Man
― The Old Man

“He seems to have intuited that he thought money had changed hands to get the deal done,” I said. “ ‘Intuited,’ ” she said. “I know lots of big words,” I said, “and can often use them in an efficacious manner.” This time she smiled with her eyes, too.”
― Robert B. Parker's Hot Property
― Robert B. Parker's Hot Property

“There was a blackberry pie which the counterman claimed his wife made, and I ate two pieces. He had married well.”
― Mortal Stakes
― Mortal Stakes

“Sometimes my husband would say, “if you want help just ask,” and I would wave my arms around like someone drowning. “Just look!” I'd say. “this is all a cry for help.” But truthfully, I didn't want help. I was grateful for it sure. What I wanted was an equal partner.”
― This American Ex-Wife: How I Ended My Marriage and Started My Life
― This American Ex-Wife: How I Ended My Marriage and Started My Life
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