I am Trella the victorious leader of the Force of Sheep rebellion. Yes the name sounds ridiculous, and I still can't believe we named a major life changing event after livestockโor actually a stuffed animalโbut it made sense at the time.
Maria V. SnyderIt had been wishful thinking, plain and simple, dangerous for me to indulge in. Hope, happiness and freedom were not in my future.
Maria V. SnyderI want you to have this.โ He extended his hand. On his palm sat the beautiful butterfly he had carved. Silver spots on the wings glinted in the sunlight, and a silver chain hung from a small hole drilled into its body. Valek looped the necklace around my neck. โWhen I carved this statue, I was thinking about you. Delicate in appearance, but with a strength unnoticed at first glance.โ His eyes met mine.
Maria V. Snyder