She wanted to kiss him.No.It was one thing to return his kiss; she’d been prepared for that. But it was another thing entirely to want his kiss… another thing entirely to desire his affections.

No. Destroy Me.

When I was a boy, my mother would tell me that one of the best things in life is the knowledge that our story isn’t over yet. Our story may have come to a close,...

In your honesty, I saw a reflection of myself. Or rather, of the man I longed to be. So I failed you. I didn’t stay away. Then, later, I thought if I had answers, it...

I suspect she will be like air. Like knowing how to breathe.

I will live to see tomorrow’s sunset. Make no mistake. I swear. I will live to see as many sunsets as it takes. And I will kill you. With my bare hands.

You are free to leave, as well.” Khalid resumed his trek toward his chamber.Jalal cut it front of Khalid. “You look terrible.” His eyes were bright, and his forehead was lined with worry.

You have a beautiful laugh. Like the promise of tomorrow.

Do not live in fear, Khalid-jan, for that is not a life.

In what world did you think you could get away with this?” Jalal seethed. “To my cousin? To my family?” His gleaming hilt continued its punishing onslaught.

Get up, Shahrzad al-Khayzuran. You kneel before no one. Least of all me.

This dangerous girl. This captivating beauty.This destroyer of worlds and creator of wonder.