Spirit's Oath (9 page)
Authors: Rachel Aaron
“Thank you,” said the shorter soldier as they stepped onto the grass.
And the king, though his ears were ringing horribly, could have sworn he heard the leaves whisper, “Anytime, Eli.”
That thought was too much for him, and he dove into unconsciousness.
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Copyright © 2012 by Rachel Aaron
Excerpt from
The Spirit Thief
copyright © 2010 by Rachel Aaron
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ISBN: 978-1-405-52082-9