Quotes From "Trouble Walks In" By Sara Humphreys

Ronan's tall, broad-shouldered form cut a striking figure, and with Bowser at his side, the two of them had an almost superhero-like air about them. They were resolute and unwavering in the face of frightening and hopeless situations. Man and beast, strong and steady. Sara Humphreys

Maddy pressed her fingers to her lips, a smile blooming there. The man could kiss like the devil. Hot, passionate, demanding. Holy hell. Ronan McGuire was a force of nature, and equally dangerous. Sara Humphreys

Ronan sucked in a deep breath, forcing himself not to look at her. If he did, he would want to kiss her again. That was all he could think about. Tasting her, drinking from her, and finding out if he made her half as crazy as she made him. Sara Humphreys

His father had been in the military and so had his grandfather. It was a natural fit when Ronan and his brothers each donned a uniform of some kind. Sara Humphreys

He tipped his head to Ronan and looked warily at Bowser. "Sir.""David, this is Ronan McGuire and his partner, Bowser, " Maddy said. "They're two of New York's finest. Sara Humphreys

Once we set our sights on something we want, " Ronan rasped, "we don't quit until we get it." She wasn't sure if he bent to her or she reached for him, but the end result was explosive. Ronan's mouth covered hers, and with a strangled groan, she opened to him immediately. His tongue sought entrance and lashed along hers with swift, furious strokes. Maddy's arms tightened around his neck as she met his greedy kiss with one of her own. Devoured - that's how she felt - and she couldn't get enough. Sara Humphreys

She wanted him, but she didn't want to want him. Sara Humphreys

Silence hung between them, and Maddy's heartbeat picked up. She probably should have played it cool, but why bother? She wanted him. Sara Humphreys

You were the one girl I wanted who wanted nothing to do with me. Sara Humphreys

I don't know which end is up. One minute I want to kiss the life out of her, and the next she frustrates the hell out of me. I don't know if I should scratch my watch or wind my ass."" Welcome to the club, Ronan." Gavin laughed and clapped his brother on the shoulder. "That sure sounds like love to me. Sara Humphreys

Tell me what you want, Mads.""You, " she said in a shaky whisper. "I want you, Ronan. Sara Humphreys

I want you to let go. Just close your eyes and feel me. Don't think. Don't try to control it. All you have to do... is feel. Sara Humphreys

Ronan tightened his grip before leaning over and whispering, "Do you have any idea how much I want you? Sara Humphreys

I'm terrified that if I let myself go there again, if I explore these out-of-control emotions, that there will be no turning back. It's like looking into a giant abyss. There's no end in sight. There's no bottom to the well, and if I allow myself to fall in.."" He'll catch you, " Jordan whispered. "But you have to trust him, and you have to trust in yourself. That's love, my friend - leaping into the mighty unknown because your heart overtakes your mind. That's what life is all about, but we can't and don't do it alone. Give Ronan a chance, Maddy. Sara Humphreys

Weren't you the guy who said he'd settle for one woman when hell froze over?"" I did say that, didn't I?""Yeah, a bunch of times, " Gavin's smile faded. Sara Humphreys

You know who should watch out?" Imogene lowered her voice to a conspiratorial whisper." Gavin's brothers. Mmm-hmm. Now that Gavin is tying the knot, Carolyn has a bee in her bonnet about getting all her other boys married off. Sara Humphreys

If you think Thanksgiving has been fun, just wait until Christmas."...The doors slammed shut with a muffled thud, and all he could think about was the revenge she could be planning. He'd never looked forward to anything more in his life. "Game on. Sara Humphreys

Ronan cupped her neck with his other hand and brushed his lips lightly over hers. "I want you, Maddy. I want you more than I've ever wanted any woman in my life. Sara Humphreys

He couldn't suppress the grin that curves his lips. "In fact, I'm the only man who belongs in your bed from now on. Sara Humphreys

I'm still a little hungry." She shot a sly glance at Ronan before tangling her fingers in his. "Not quite sure what I want, though."" Could've fooled me, " Ronan murmured. Sara Humphreys

I just discovered something, Mads." Ronan curled his arm over her shoulders and pulled her against him. "There's only one thing I enjoy more than surprising you."" What's that?" She snuggled into his embrace and rested her head on his chest.... Ronan kissed the top of her head and murmured, "When you surprise me. Sara Humphreys