The Striker (Boys of Richland #2)

by Daniela Romero

Hope is being able to see that there is, in fact, light despite all of the world’s darkness.

“You’ve always been true to your namesake, Gabriel,” she says. “You’re protective of the people you love and you love Cecilia. You may as well proclaim yourself her guardian angel. So, it’s fine. Don’t tell me. But whatever you have planned, make it hurt.”

"You can't predict the future," she says. "But you can definitely enjoy the present. You both want the same thing. Don't let something like a little fear hold you back from having the best sex of your life. It’s okay to be a little selfish.”