I may be biased, but I think jackals are cute and cuddly, even if they were known for digging up graves in Ancient Egypt.

No more Lastrygonians.” Ella fluttered down and landed next to them. “Six minus six is zero. Spears are good for subtraction, yep.

Plus, humor ws a good way to hide the pain. And if that didn't work, there was always Plan B. Run aaway. Over and over.

You'd think he'd ran out off rocks," I muttered

Stop smiling!” she ordered. “I can see you, Carter. Oh…and, uh, hullo, Walt.” The pot monster made squeaky grinding noises as it stood up straight. One clunky arm rose and tried to fix Sadie’s nonexistent hair. Leave it to Sadie to be self-conscious around boys, even when she’s made out of pots and duct tape.

Set’s storm is gathering,” Amos said with a twinkle in his eyes. “Shall we drive into is?

I am never, ever, going to make things easy for you, Seaweed Brain. Get used to it.