Everything was quiet, a strange sort of quiet that felt like an unfinished sentence.

Some of the best people i know are fools', Evanelle said. 'The strongest people I know.

Because he knew the best way to get what he wanted was to break down what made us strongest. And our friendships were what made us strong.

The next morning dawned bright and sweet, like ribbon candy.

It was like the way you wanted sunshine on Saturdays, or pancakes for breakfast. They just made you feel good.

Wasn't that the point to being married? That you had a partner, someone you trusted, to help with important decisions.

For stubborn souls like Lisette, death was easier than the courage it took to actually change your life.