“I have a feeling this is more dangerous than hoeing potatoes in the hot sun.”

“Miris dipped her head and inflicted a small, but painful, nip on the stranger's left arm. A startled yelp replaced his laughter. Then, it rang out again. "By all the gods, you even have your lovely mare trained to keep horse thieves in line!”

“This is fun, Caz! Miris said. I've never had anyone try to steal me before.”

“Open your mind to the magic and you shall walk in the realm of reality. Close your mind and you shall walk forever in illusion.”

“You’re not supposed to go anywhere. Jenny said you’re grounded for getting superended.” I snort. “Damn, Hope,” Guy sings. “You got superended? I think we need to drop the p in your name ‘cause you is a hoe.”

“I love her more than my life. What were you thinking, harming her? Didn't you understand that I'd have to kill you for it?”

“The sun reflects off the side mirror, momentarily blinding me. And all I can think is: how is the sun shining when my heart is breaking?”