From Blood and Ash (Blood and Ash, #1)

by Jennifer L. Armentrout

“Saw us? Holding hands? Dear gods, the scandal.” Another quick grin surfaced, and this time, the dimple appeared. “No one is here.” He glanced around the hall. “Unless you see people I can’t.” “Yes, I see the spirits of those who’ve made bad life choices,” I replied dryly.

“You’re such a bad influence,” I murmured as I placed my hand in his. Hawke curled his fingers around mine. The weight and warmth of his hand was a pleasant shock. “Only the bad can be influenced, Princess.”