The Silvered Serpents (The Gilded Wolves, #2)

by Roshani Chokshi

“We need to separate Vasiliev from his bodyguards,” said Séverin. “Something that can pull men apart—” “Money?” asked Enrique. “Love!” said Hypnos. “Magnets,” said Zofia. Laila, Enrique, and Hypnos turned to stare at her. “Powerful magnets,” Zofia amended. “Can you do that?” asked Séverin. Zofia nodded.

“The difference between a diamond necklace and a diamond dog collar depends on the bitch. And they both have teeth, Monsieur.”

My life, and whatever is left of it, will not be what his soul gnaws on to regain its strength. My death is not in service to his character, and I will not be a sacrifice simply for him to find peace of mind. He is not my responsibility to save.”

“Love does not always wear the face we wish,” she said. “I wish my love had been more beautiful. I wish … I wish we had more time.”