Annis had never been a people person, unless ‘people person’ was defined as a person who ate people.

Tanith has a sword.' said Valkyrie. 'I want a stick.' 'I'll get you a stick for Christmas

I know how easy it is to be swept away by stories, by things you wish were real.

She turned to Skulduggery and held out her arms. “Come here, you.” He tilted his head. “My hugs are for special occasions only.” “Hug me.” “I prefer the old tradition.” “Hug.” “Would a handshake do?” “Hug.” “A pat on the back?” She stepped forward and wrapped her arms round him. “Hug,” she said. He sighed, and his hands settled on her shoulders. The others were warm and their embraces strong – with Skulduggery the hug was cold, and there were areas on his jacket that gave way beneath her fingers, and she could feel the emptiness within. She didn’t mind.

Is he all scarred now? Magic gets rid of most physical scars, but I like to think I scarred him emotionally.

Annis had never been a people person, unless ‘people person’ was defined as a person who ate people.

People!" she screamed. "There are people here! New people!