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Georgette Heyer

Georgette Heyer

Born: 08-15-1902

Georgette Heyer was a renowned English novelist known for her historical romance and detective fiction. Born in 1902, she established the Regency romance genre with meticulously researched novels, blending wit, charm, and intrigue. Her works, including "The Grand Sophy" and "Arabella," continue to captivate readers with their vivid characters and authentic period detail. Heyer's enduring legacy in literature is marked by her pioneering narrative style and timeless storytelling.

Quotes

I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition.

Georgette Heyer

happinessdisposition

It is not the hours we put in on the job, it is what we put into the hours.

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workdedication

Love may be blind but jealousy has 20-20 vision.

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lovejealousy

The best way to keep one's word is not to give it.

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integritypromises

Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

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lifeforgiveness

You never fail until you stop trying.

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perseverancefailure

The secret to getting ahead is getting started.

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motivationaction

I never have taken a cheque from a man in my life, and I don't intend to begin at this late date.

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pridemoney

I am not at all inclined to be a tame cat, and I have no intention of marrying a tame man!

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independencemarriage

I have a suspicion that Lady Ombersley is a trifle afraid of me.

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confidencepower

I must own that I have always been accustomed to manage my own affairs.

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independenceself-reliance

I am sorry to say that I am not at all pleased with you.

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