“Because of all the things I've experienced on this journey - shrinking and growing, flying sprites, living chess pieces - not a… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Poor control-freak Jeb. Your world’s way off-kilter when little Alyssa’s not tripping over her chastity belt. Is that it, bad boy?” — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Jebediah was dragging Alyssa down, chaining her to the boredom and mundaneness of the human realm. She must be set free.” — A.G. Howard Boredom Copy Share Image
“Did he touch you? Hurt you?" Jeb whispers in the silence. "No. He was a gentleman." Jeb frowns. "You mean a gentle… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Little blossom in peach and red Trapping boys with your pretty head; Tease and play, be coy and smart For you will… — A.G. Howard Flowers Copy Share Image
“I clench my fingers. "She's right, huh? The morbid and revolting are such fascinating subjects.” — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Some people have no business attending a dignified tea. Gawking as if I belong in a zoo, when they're the ones who… — A.G. Howard Business Copy Share Image
“All those nights we climbed the stars and rearranged the planets with our songs, we were complete and invincible when we stood… — A.G. Howard Astronomy Copy Share Image
“You crave chaos. You're happiest when the world is in an uproar. You thrive on madness. Even when your magic is at… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“I shove him back. “I can convince him.” “What? By seducing him?” Morpheus scoffs. “I have half a mind to let you… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Seeing me surrounded by paper towels on the floor, Morpheus lifts his eyebrows. "Building a nest?" he asks. "There's no need to… — A.G. Howard Morpheus Copy Share Image
“You need a man who knows and understands you, Alyssa. Both sides of you. A partner.” He pulls my necklaces—and me—closer. “One… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“Then she (Gossamer) turns to Jeb. "Elfin knight, do you wish for pleasure on your quest? I can provide it, if you… — A.G. Howard Adventure Copy Share Image
“Of all the times you've undressed me in my fantasies, I never remember feeling this... unfulfilled." "Please, Morpheus," I beg upon hearing… — A.G. Howard Morpheus Copy Share Image
“But now it makes sense: she wanted those wings so she could fly away, because the pain of trying to reach for… — A.G. Howard Fly away Copy Share Image
“Tearing down the rest of the world won't make you happy. Look inside yourself. Because finding who you were meant to be?… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“I could do it. I could stand here amid the flames, let them lap at my skin, and laugh in a death-defying… — A.G. Howard Left behind Copy Share Image
“When the zebra-striped lizards return, bulbous eyes twisting in every direction, they carry a platter garnished with dried fruit and something that… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“Where was the excitement in dependability? Where was the spontaneity in a predictable world? He could offer her an eternity of challenges… — A.G. Howard Morpheus Copy Share Image
“He puts it on, and his gaze locks to mine. His jewels flicker between passion and defiance—an evocative and intimidating combination. “Fair… — A.G. Howard Wonderland Copy Share Image
“Liar,” I mumble, swimming in nausea and coughing up blood. My arms and legs feel weighted, and sticky streams ooze out of… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Morpheus snatches both of my necklaces from my fingers, holding the delicate links taut enough that I can’t struggle without breaking them.… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“He pulls free before we make contact. “A moment, please. Allow me to bask in your devotion.” He’s referring to my ankle… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Release me of my vow,” I say, forcing myself to meet his gaze. “We both know I’ll never have feelings for you.… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Sometimes I think I'm not alone in my own head, that there's a part of someone lingering there, someone who chides me… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“Now, you listen, Alyssa Victoria Gardner. Normal is subjective. Don't ever let anyone tell you you're not normal. Because you are to… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“May I introduce you all to the main course?" Morpheus spreads out an arm with a dramatic flare. "Dinner, meet your worthy… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“ You're wrong , I want to say. I'm exactly like you . But I can't. The fact is, alcoholics have programs,… — A.G. Howard Alcoholics Copy Share Image
“I'm going to fall in love with an artist. And we'll have two kids and live in the country. A quiet life,… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Morpheus reaches out to catch a teardrop on his fingertip. He holds it up in the pale glow that radiates from the… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
“Please, Morpheus,” I beg upon hearing Jeb stir in the background. “Ah, but those delectable words,” Morpheus says with a provocative smirk,… — A.G. Howard Morpheus Copy Share Image
“Jeb releases my fingers and cups my face in his hands, barely touching me, like I'm breakable. "It's me I'm losing control… — A.G. Howard Copy Share Image
“Smoke fills the room, gray and sylphlike, lovely in its deadly grace. It trails into the fire and forms what appear to… — A.G. Howard Alyssa Copy Share Image
