"You will have a son in the spring and he will mend two broken hearts." Prologue, pg. 4

"When little Rose turned seven, Celestine decided to create a rose garden for her daughter's pleasure. Once the dozens of bushes were planted, Celestine tended them with nearly as much love and devotion as she showered on la belle Rose." Chapter One, pgs. 11-12

"He counted his worth in the things he could give them, and not in himself, their beloved husband and father." Chapter One, pg. 13

"'My heart is guaranteed,' she pledged. 'Let her know my heart. Let her know that she is loved with a love that is true and will never fade as the rose petal fades.'" Chapter One, pg. 14

"'He is dead,' Ombrine said flatly. 'Laurent Marchand is dead.' Her features hardened; her brows drew across her forehead. 'And you killed him.'...