The Blackened Blade (The Blackened Blade, #1)

by Isla Davon

The deadliest predator is the one you don't even see coming.

“Sometimes freedom means being the bad guy. Sometimes, you gotta embrace the darkness they create in you and make it your own. Don’t be consumed by the shit they throw at you or inflict. Instead, let the dark little soul in you break free and make ‘em all bleed.”

“Just live the way you want, Red. Whether you're the good guy or the bad guy in someone else's story, everyone becomes a villain at some point. It's only a difference in perspective.”

“Always give more than you get, Red. If they knock you down once, get back up and bury them.”

“Those eyes…” He leans in further, something more profound and intense growing in his gaze. “Never lose that, Red. That fight in you…Never let anyone take it away. With it, you can do almost anything.”

“Let them look and talk but take no shit. Ever.”

“Don’t ever let them see you stumble. There's strength in a smile. Even if it's forced.” His gaze meets mine, and whatever he sees has his expression softening. “You seem like a fighter anyway, little sea star.”

reason I survived so long in that hell hole…My beautifully lost siren, Zrael.