Firebird (The Fire That Binds, #1)

by Juliette Cross

The goddess of war and wisdom was the pinnacle of feminine strength and intelligence.

“You’re beautiful.” Julian’s voice startled me again. Blushing and smiling at the ridiculousness of his compliment at a time like this, I said, “Hush. You need your strength.” “You are my strength.” His voice was deep and raspy, his breathing labored from the fever.