“She started to turn, but before she could step away, Tamani grabbed her hand. Without breaking eye contact, he raised her hand… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“I just want to kiss you." He slid his hand up her neck, cupping the side of her face. "Do you want… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Tamani smiled softly and lifted a hand to her face, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear and letting his thumb… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Her hand wandered under his shirt, feeling his rapid breath expand his ribs. She hesitated for a second—wondering what the chances were… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Tamani looked at her gravely, and reached up to tuck her hair behind her ear. He hesitated for an instant, then his… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“So there's magic? Real magic? It's not just all scientific like David says?" Tamani rolled his eyes. "David again?" Laurel bristled. "He's… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“I'm begging you, to come be with me." And she pressed her mouth against his and murmured against his lips. "Forever." For… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Laurel rolled her eyes. “Now there‟s something I really wanted to know ” she said sarcastically. “Ah come on—everyone wonders.” “Do not… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Then he was there, turned half toward her with a guarded expression etched across his face. She didn't stop or even slow… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“You could be David's friend too". She glanced at Tamani when he said nothing. He was frowning. "The two of you really… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Are you free to be anything more than a friend to me? If," and she stressed the if heavily, "I ever decided… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“Laurel look up at him in question, but he wouldn't meet her eyes. She always wished she had more time to draw… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share Image
“If your clothes are enough to drive would-be friends away, they're not the kind of friends you want." Typical mother advice. Sweet, honest, and… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Tamani?" she asked, even though she knew this was the wrong time. "How is a plant supposed to beat a superstrong troll?” — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“...I'm the last person to tell you that you need a guy to make you happy. But if you're not moving on because you're… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“He exuded wisdom-even the wisest...were pale, flickering candles next to the nourishing solar illumination of [his] insights.” — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“You could be David's friend too". She glanced at Tamani when he said nothing. He was frowning. "The two of you really have a… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Laurel rolled her eyes. “Now there‟s something I really wanted to know ” she said sarcastically. “Ah come on—everyone wonders.” “Do not ” “Sure.… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“It's your call," he said softly, "but whatever you decide, I'll help you." He placed a soft, warm hand at the back of her… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“You live your life and continue with all of your normal activities. I'll keep you safe," he said stepping forward to sweep a lock… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Tamani looked at her gravely, and reached up to tuck her hair behind her ear. He hesitated for an instant, then his hands found… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Paranormalcy seduced me. The two sexy paranormals who vie for Evie's affections each had their own victory; one won Evie's heart and the other… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
No - the light in Tamani's eyes was much more than a reflection. It was the fire that melted her anger and devastated her… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“I think I could have won state today. Apparently, you put a troll on my heels and I turn into a superstar.” — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Tamani smiled softly and lifted a hand to her face, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear and letting his thumb rest on… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
“Like...instinct?" At that Laurel flopped down on her back, a frustrated breath whooshing out of her. "Oh man, instinct, that's like the F-word in… — Aprilynne Pike Copy Share
