Shadows So Cruel (Court of Ravens, #2)

by Liv Zander

“My love is not gentle, or tender, or easy. But it is real, grown from hate and pain deep inside a chest sullied by shadows. It is cutting and biting, leaving behind scars as unfading as my love for you.” His warm lips scathed my jawline. “And once we are gone from this earth, I will continue to love you among the stars. I will be the night, the darkest patch of sky around you, just to ensure that everyone can see how you sparkle. And once your light starts fading, I will take you into my black embrace, and that is where I will love you beyond death.”

With a smile, I turned around, immediately stepping into the frame of Malyr’s arms, just as a new tune resonated in the night. “Did you pay attention to the steps?” His lips parted, his mouth standing agape for a moment. “There were steps?”