S.D. Simper > Quotes

“Some ineffable piece of me had gone, rewritten by her touch, and what had been stolen was patched by a piece of her, some bit of her heart I had unknowingly taken with me.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“It pained me, her hand wrapping around the tender, beating something beneath it, as though her fingers ruptured holes within my chest, but I could not bear to have her leave.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“There is no shame in mourning someone you loved," Lara whispered, "even if the world wouldn't understand.”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“I could have bathed in every piece of her, but I was left parched for thirst.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“You give in to your passions with the fearlessness of one already damned”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“To savor every moment together would be enough. It would have to be enough.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“I had missed you all my life.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“Whatever paths you choose, someone will hate you. Only be certain that someone is not you.”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“You see the good in the hardest of hearts, and that is a rare and beautiful thing, to love unlovable people. Not always wise, perhaps, but I know I have grown because of your radiant light. I shall never be good, but perhaps I shall be better. You make me want to be better, for you.”
― S.D. Simper, Tear the World Apart

“Time heals everything. But the time isn't over yet."
"How long did it take you to heal?"
"I'll let you know, once the healing is done.”
― S.D. Simper, Heart of Silver Flame

“Whatever this feeling gripping Tallora’s heart, it paled to the shattering she felt when she heard Dauriel’s tearful reply. “Then what do I do?”
― S.D. Simper, The Fate of Stars

“Now, I felt I had lost something I’d never even held.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“But all things heal with time - even trust and broken hearts. I forgive you.”
― S.D. Simper, The Sting of Victory

“She spoke freely of you one time. Only once - when she proposed a visit from your ruling council. Murishani jested with her when she mentioned your aversion to meat, teased that she would change her ways for you." He stared at Flowridia directly now; behind the shade of her hair, she could feel it. "All she said, quite sincerely, was, 'perhaps I shall.”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“What use have I for the attentions of men?”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“To love or have loved, that is enough. Ask nothing further. There is no other pearl to be found in the dark folds of life.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“It's uncommon, far from unheard of. The elves and the angels have done it since the dawn of time, penning great epics of beautiful women loving beautiful women. No need for shame, little angel. You are full of surprises."

Tears did leak from Flowridia's eyes, but of relief. No more fear.”
― S.D. Simper, The Sting of Victory

“Her love for you was the only redeeming trait I ever knew in her. You tamed a monster. And her sacrifice, in service of you, was as kind and poetic an end as she could have deserved.”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“But my hurt doesn't mean you're hurting any less”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“I do not know if I believe in God," Carmilla said. "Because it means he created a creature like me, only to condemn me to Hell from the start." I knew not if she referred to being a vampire or her habit of kissing women.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“With her hair pulled back, her head felt tight, the intricate strands of red braided together with meadow flowers in a vain attempt to restrain the unruly locks.
But the strands escaped, more and more wisps springing from the braid as time went on. A wildfire could not be tamed.”
― S.D. Simper, Beneath the Loch

“Though for me, it confirmed what I feared: that I adored her presence, that my heart soared at our touch. But for the sake of our friendship, and for the sake of her tender heart, I set that aside.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“But I could not look away. Nor did I think I wanted to, even if impulse whispered to run.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“Mom, I need a mask. “You really don’t need a mask.” Yes, I do. It’s a masquerade, and Lady Ayla says that means we all disguise ourselves. As Flowridia questioned how to explain the dilemma of ‘Dearest, you know you’re a wolf, right?’ Ayla chuckled and spared her the headache. “Let me see what I can conjure. Give me just a few minutes.” Ayla disappeared into a shadow. She’s going to be my favorite mom if you don’t step up.”
― S.D. Simper, Eve of Endless Night

“Darling, darling, the dark has never hurt a soul. Perhaps be more concerned for its inhabitants.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“General Khastra, would you mind giving Kal and I a moment alone?” Khastra’s glowing eyes glanced from Tallora to Kal, eyes narrowed. “I will simply pretend I am not here.”
― S.D. Simper, Heart of Silver Flame

“The past is your greatest teacher.”
― S.D. Simper, Among Gods and Monsters

“I cannot be offended or shamed by the truth”
― S.D. Simper, The Sting of Victory

“My pen trembled as I wrote her name, afraid to implicate myself, but the words flowed like an evocative river. Perhaps it was to make sense of it, to siphon through my knowledge and find a creature of darkness, yet all I wrote of was light.”
― S.D. Simper, Carmilla and Laura

“Her raised eyebrow shot a jolt of excitement down Tallora’s spine, even directed at Khastra. Her lip twisted with mischief. “No one is to disturb me. I’ll be busy accommodating the lady.” Dauriel lowered her voice, her smile softening. “If she’ll have me.” “The lady would love nothing more than to be accommodated,” Tallora replied, her cheeks radiant and hot.”
― S.D. Simper, Heart of Silver Flame