Heart, Haunt, Havoc (The Gideon Testaments, #1)

by Freydís Moon

“Sometimes shame is a lesson. Most of the time, it’s just a way for us to hate ourselves for the things we want.” They shifted their eyes to the door. “What do you know about shame?” “I’m Catholic,” Colin said, matter-of-factly, and braved a touch to Bishop’s knuckles.

“The Book of John recounts a man—Lazarus of Bethany—who had fallen ill and died—” “Oh my God, Colin. I’m Mexican,” they blurted, gesturing wildly to themself. “I’m half-Catholic by design. Skip the goddamn gospel. What’s the technique?”

“Be scared of me,” they rasped, breathing hard against his chin. “But don’t be afraid to touch me.”