Phin launched himself over the back of the seat and pinned the boy. Tick followed suit, shouting, “Stop your laughing, you skunk. I’ll beat you to a powder.” Even as Sam hauled both boys off the offender, he marveled at their swift change from foes to allies. Evidently they could beat on each oth...
In just a few strides, her skirt had wicked up the early morning dew, darkening her hemline. Unlocking the schoolhouse, she stepped inside and inhaled deeply, breathing in the aromas of paper, chalk, children, and lunches. She rounded the partition and entered the schoolroom proper, immediately n...
Karen drew a deep breath, then several more. The bouquet of flowers from the conservatory trembled in her hands. Jesse leaned down to whisper in her ear. “Don’t let my son’s sour face fool you. Deep down, he’s getting what he wants. Believe it. David loves you and needs you. This is for the best....