One Dark Window (The Shepherd King, #1)

by Rachel Gillig

He came for the girl… And got the monster instead.

My body was screaming, a mindless, impatient call for touch. His touch.

He drew me out of my Nightmare-infested mind into myself.

“Can I kiss you?” My voice shook. “A bit late to ask, isn’t it?” “Not on your mouth, Elspeth.” His eyes turned wicked as he lowered himself to his knees,

Had I known they’d be the last words I’d say to him aloud, I might have chosen them differently.

To be wary is to be keen— Keen of those who may use magic for wrong. To be clever is to be wise— Wise not to use the Cards too often. To be good is to be reverent— Reverent of balance—of the salt in the air—of the Spirit of the Wood. Be wary. Be clever. Be good.