In the wake of several near-cataclysmic events, humanity created the Cure, a DNA-altering antidote to death by disease and old age. But all cures come with side effects: a small percentage of the population develops a wide range of powers, some lethal to others and some lethal to the wielder.<br><br>These people are called the Estranged, hunted and shunned, safe only on the Island of Exile. It is here that Kaeva and Eddie meet ... and where they set a prophecy in motion, quite possibly sealing their own demise, and even the end of Exile.

Breaker

He looked up from his plate and caught Kaeva staring at him. Instantly Kaeva’s cheeks began to color. “You mentioned cocoa,” Kaeva said, looking away then back, then away and back, as if he didn’t want to rest his eyes on Eddie for too long. “It’s not, really. More of a blend. With coffee. I like…” Kaeva cleared his throat. “…coffee. In the morning. But I wanted to make this. For you.”


“A blend,” Eddie said with a nod. “Good thinking, dude. It smells awesome.” He waited for Kaeva’s gaze to shift back to his. “It’s always nice when two things come together so perfectly, isn’t it?”


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