Lilly’s heart pounded as he stood too close. She wasn’t scared of him, but his strong presence and unwavering confidence was unnerving. She didn’t want to say too much and if she stayed, she was afraid she’d tell him all of her troubles.”

–One Starry Night

That was the day you showed me how the highway dead-ended here along with the train tracks. Like the world was flat and Dixieland was the edge before you fell off.” Donnie said, and then grinned before reaching over to ruffle Meg’s hair.

–Dixieland

Walking inside, I peel off dark sunglasses and immediately strip out of my black dress. It’s a size too large, but felt suffocating until I pulled it free from my body. I avoid the windows and the sunbeams shimmering in, trying to find me. I won’t be tempted by them today.”

–The Beach House