Exhausted with life, Dakota tries to end his -- only to be saved at the last moment by his friend Terrell, who then drags him into a world of magic and intrigue that's always been right there, hidden beneath the surface.<br><br>Powerful magic users are steadily pulling the planet into a violent war, and evil forces will stop at nothing to take the talismans possessed by Dakota and his newfound family. Dakota soon finds himself deeply in over his head ... with love, with family, with fighting for all their lives.

The Pyre Starter

“I guess we’re looking for an RV.” Dakota supplied. His voice sounded something like normal. Finally. He smiled nervously at Terrell. “We’re planning a road trip.”


A cute lie—not too far from the truth. They wereready to pick up their lives and travel, and they probably wouldsee a large portion of the country in the process. But the plan, which originated somewhere deep in Terrell’s head, arose from a need for survival. The couple didn’t want to risk staying in one place for long. A moving target would be harder to hit.


They needed a big gas tank to avoid stopping too often, coverable windows for privacy, a good locking door, and plenty of places to stow important items. The duo intended to modify the vehicle once they bought it, and they wanted to get on the road as soon as possible.


Chapter 58