Blood of Hercules (Villains of Lore, #1)

by Jasmine Mas

Hot take, you know what’s uncivilized? Forcing homeless children to starve because they have no ability to provide for themselves.

I was jealous. If I had a muzzle, then people wouldn’t expect me to talk to them. I wonder if he’ll let me borrow it.

Excuse me? A marriage law at twenty-six? I’d be a child bride.

“You saved me?” I whispered up at him. Surprisingly long lashes fluttered. His expression softened. Fingers loosened. “You saved Big Bertha, the humpback whale.” He dropped me. I let out the cry (aquatic moan) of my people.