Swoon Thursday (2)

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OK.. so I would love to say Daemon, since I just finished reading Onyx yesterday.. but I used him last week. I was definitely swooning over him this week.

I am in the middle of Whispers at Midnight, the 4th book in the Shadow Falls series. I have always had a soft spot for Derek. He is a half-fae, that can read Auras and feel Kylie's feelings. He is uber sexy, and super sweet!

"Don't worry," Derek said. "I'll help you. And Besides, we have until Saturday to decide what to do next."
She look up at him with complete appreciation. "How could I ever thank you?"
He grinned with pure sex appeal, the gold flecks in his eyes brightening. "I could think of a few ways."


His gaze met hers. "But I can read you Kylie, and I know you don't want to admit it, but you care about me, too."
"Stop it," she said. "I care about you like a friend."
"No." He continued to stare. "It's more. But don't worry. In know you care about Lucas too. And that's my cross to bear because I pushed you right into his arms. And as long as you're happy, I can accept that. But if you're not-"