“He smiles sadly. "Now I know my destiny." "What is it?" "This." He draws me in to him in a kiss. His lips are warm. He pulls me tighter in his embrace. The roots sigh and release their hold on my waist and the wound in my side is healed. "Kartik," I cry, kissing his cheeks. "It's let me go." "That's good," he says. He makes a small cry. His back arches, and every muscle in his body tightens.”
This book is a tale of a journey filled with danger and wonder, as the protagonist embarks on an epic quest that tests their resolve and reveals their true self. more
Libba Bray is an American author known for her fantasy and young adult literature. Born on March 11, 1964, she graduated from the College of William & Mary. Bray's works often explore complex relationships and deep emotions, making her a favorite among readers. more
“I carry the seeds of death within me and plant them wherever I linger long enough to love.”
“When you walk on the face of a world, then forgiveness comes.”
“Listen to the whispers or soon you will be listening to the screams.”