“I can’t imagine how awful that must feel. Being normal? Ugh.” — Bella Swan

I don’t like to lie – so there’d better be a good reason why I’m doing it.

I tried to maintain what dignity I could as I got into his car. I wasn’t very successful — I looked like a half-drowned cat and my boots squeaked.

If I was being honest with myself, I knew I was eager to get to school because I would see Edward Cullen. And that was very, very stupid.

You were right.
I usually am - but about what in particular this time?
-Bella Swan and Edward Cullen

My mother is part albino.

I was consumed by the mystery Edward presented. And more than a little obsessed by Edward himself.

You should have seen the waitress flirting with him — it was over the top. But he didn’t pay any attention to her at all.

I tried to make my smile alluring, wondering if I was laying it on too thick. He smiled back, though, looking allured.

His voice burned with regret. I knew he wasn’t just apologizing for the words that had upset me.