When her dad’s gone, Emma moves to a new academy for a fresh start, but the town’s BIG FOUR, Rowan, August, Liam and Karl, rule everything. Each dangerous, magnetic, and unpredictable, they pull her into their dark world. But the real danger isn’t them—it’s the secret deal that ties her to a deadly game she was never meant to play.
“Aren’t you a regular comedian?” I jest, and he laughs. His hand clamps down on my shoulder. “Don’t fuck this up. She’s been through enough, and once she finds out everything, I’m sure we’ll each have our turn on the chopping block,” he confesses as Tweedle Dick, Tweedle Dumb, and Tweedle Dead Man step into…
Our hope is that we only have to cause you temporary pain. Something we’ll gladly spend the rest of our lives making it up to you. Rowan Song: If I Would’ve Known- Kyle Hume Iwant to rage at the words on the page. Karl was missing, and no one wanted me to know for my…
Me: Negative. We’re not getting in here, and she goes home today. I think we’ll have a better shot then. August: We have one more ace up our sleeves. Me: What did you do? August’s text bubble appears, disappears, then reappears. While I await his response, I listen back in, and sure enough, Gloria is…
“She’s tired of hiding and is ready to collect the blood of my enemies and make Samantha Davenport drown in it,” I retort, and they snicker. My dad offers other reasons, but I’m making my last stand. “But, Dad-” I begin to say, imploring his understanding before he cuts me off. “Absolutely not, Ry. It’s…
“The twins are fine. Their heartbeats are strong and aren’t showing any signs of distress.” I think I hear Dr. Jaffri explain. “We’re keeping her sedated for the time being. While bleeding and Braxton Hicks can happen during pregnancy, Emma’s blood pressure continues to be high.” Whatever they’ve given me works through my bloodstream, pulling…
“Don’t move. I need just another minute,” Teagan instructs, but I want to rage. I will completely obliterate the love of my life’s heart in another minute. Samantha’s hand descends, and I hear Emma gasp, forcing my attention to her. “You need to get her out of here in case this doesn’t work,” Liam demands.…
“Cut the shit. Whatever you did tonight could cost her the twins. Nothing you say will convince any of us your intentions are pure,” Elias glares at me in disgust. “What the hell were you thinking? We distinctly told you at her doctor’s appointment if you all fucked this up, we would never let you…
I snort. Of course, they won’t allow us in-we’re responsible for this. “We should’ve seen this coming,” I mutter. “How do you figure,” Sebastian asks as Karl continues to argue our case. “If the roles were reversed, and it was Emma’s father who hurt her to the point of being hospitalized, would we let him…
“Whatever, suit yourself. Don’t say I never tried to do you any favors,” Brittany spins, almost taking out a passing waiter and the tray of hors d’oeuvres. “Stupid bitch Sam better be happy,” I swear she mutters before skulking away. KARL “You understand what needs to happen?” Liam asks me. Nodding, I reply, “Yes, but…
I growl at Samantha’s message. “I’m releasing the footage of Samantha and Brittany,” I snap, and they all smile. “It’s about time we started this part of the plan. When will it be posted?” August probes, mirth gleaming in his eyes. Me: Be down shortly. I need to use your computer. A second barely passes,…