" alcohol. “Once married, there’s no divorce, no parting without severe consequences to both parties.” Her eyes were back on his face. Unblinking. Watching him carefully. Taking in everything he said. She looked very sober. No expression. He couldn’t read her, and that was extremely unusual. As a rule, Taviano could read Nicoletta like an open book. “Please explain ‘severe consequences.’” He ran the pad of his thumb "

― Christine Feehan , Shadow Flight (Shadow Riders, #5)