Nuh-uh. No deals with the devil. I’ve learned my lesson on that one. ~Jaime Vegas

I called Clay from the SUV. "How'd it go at the paper?" he asked. "She called me perky." "Ouch.

There was no closing my eyes and sliding back into that blissful dream of normal. This was my normal now.

My past was a private obstacle, not a public excuse.

When Liam stepped forward again, Derek's arm shot around me , a growl vibrating up from his stomach. Liam put his hand out toward me. When Derek tensed he pilled back, then did it again, testing his reaction, laughing when he got one, untill even Ramone started to laugh. "Check this out," Liam said. "I think the pup's got himself a mate. Isn't that the cutest thing?

One of the first lessons a necromancer learns is the art of playing dumb. Of course, one problem with playing dumb is that is seeps into your everyday life. ~Jaime Vegas

Ooh, big day in town for our park warden,” I said. “They’re even making you wear the uniform. Hayley’s mom will be happy. She thinks you look hot in it.” Dad turned as red as his hair. Mom’s laugh floated out from her studio. “Maya Delaney. Leave your father alone.