Resisting Maxu (Clecanian #6)

by Victoria Aveline

“We’re about to visit a building dedicated to the female Gilganti, a creature who entices male partners with her smooth fur and patterned wings before devouring them whole. A female can be both deadly and beautiful, and I am no exception. I have everything I need to keep you safe.”

I don’t feel like I’ve met my soulmate. I feel like I just discovered an inoperable tumor.”

Vahpti were tiny gnat-like bugs who flew in little swarms and sought out small, dark areas to keep warm in cold climates. Ear cavities were a particular favorite. Meg was an annoying buzz in his head.

When his translation glass indicated a small rectangle containing even smaller soft pink rectangles was something called bubble gum and seemed to be edible, he held himself back from tasting it for fear it was another disguised weapon, possibly an unknown poison.

The sob she released on a breath had Maxu’s throat going dry. “The Queen is dead.”