Neverthorn (Of Quirks and Curses, #1)

by Shannon Mayer

“What do I always say, Opie?” She cocked her head and shrugged. “Never pass up a free meal?” “The other thing.” She thought a moment longer. “Mmmmm . . . Screw the Golden Rule? Treat people how they treat you?” I sighed and pressed two fingers to my temples. “No. I say that it’s better to hope for the best and prepare for the worst.”