Rebel Witch (The Crimson Moth, #2)

by Kristen Ciccarelli

“What were you dreaming about last night?” His voice was low, near her ear. “When you called out for me.”

“You want the truth?” Her own hurt bubbled up, like steam from a volcano ready to erupt. “This is the truth: I would have married you in a heartbeat, had you asked me. I would have married you knowing you would hand me over to my killers—or kill me yourself—the moment you found out what I was. That’s how pathetic I am, Gideon! That’s how desperately I wanted to be yours!” His brow creased as his eyes searched her face. “Then why say yes to my brother?”

“Because he loved me! Because he didn’t want me dead! It was the best offer I was ever going to get!”

“I was just a girl to Alex.” She stepped away, pulling her glove back on. “Someone to be loved and cherished and fought for. That’s why I said yes to him.” The nerve in Gideon’s jaw ticked. “I’m not a girl to you, am I? I’m a witch, and always will be. Something to be hated and hunted down. Not cherished or protected. Not loved.”