“My family's big on denial. And if we denied something long enough, we thought it'd go away. I know that's not how it works, but we're in denial about that, too.” — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“Most girls get flowers or candy. I get a declaration of martial law.” — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“Vegard and Riston's job today was to guard and protect me. And considering that I was in a tower room in the Guardians' citadel, it looked like a pretty plum assignment. I mean, how much trouble could a girl get into under heavy guard in a tower room? Notice I didn't ask that question out loud. No need to rub… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share
“I gave Carnades a slow, cold smile that told him that and much more. If Tam could act cool and confident, so could I. In reality I was scared shitless and mad as hell, but considering how close I was to a whole row of empty cells, I thought I'd keep that to myself for now. I could always let… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share
“WE were on our way to Brooklyn to pick up an arm and see a man about a head.” — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“So the owner of a monster head wants to meet on a path named Nut,” I said. “That’s appropriate.” — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“My family's big on denial. And if we denied something long enough, we thought it'd go away. I know that's not how it works,… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“Mychael said the rock’s not affecting you, and from what I’m seeing I’m inclined to agree.” “I beg to differ.” “Feeling evil?” Justinius asked.… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“Do you trust me?” Tam said it almost too softly to be heard. I hesitated, sighed, then reached down and took his hand. Tam’s fingers wrapped warm and strong around mine. The magic sparked between us, though this time it was warm and tingling, not violent and lustful. “Though you’re the last thing I need,” I muttered. I heard the… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share
“Tam considers me a challenge. I consider Tam a work in progress. I also think there's a gentleman lurking under that calculating exterior. Tam… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“The road that went around and between the buildings hadn’t been plowed, but Yasha didn’t let that slow him down. He grinned at me… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
“The Guardian's eyes widened with amazement, and he tightened his grip on me. He had my arms, so the action I was forced to… — Lisa Shearin Copy Share Image
