From Substitute to Queen (Sable & Darrell) Book PDF Free by Hannah Moore

“Dr. Crawford.” His face brightened when I entered. “I was hoping you’d stop by.” “How are you feeling about tomorrow?” “Nervous. His weathered hands picked at the hospital blanket. “Been a long time since anyone cared enough to try saving this old heart.” I pulled up a chair beside his bed. “Dr. Peterson is an…

His gaze quickly swept over my dripping hair and disheveled appearance. I saw pain and confusion flash across his features. “I came straight from the airport.” He set down his luggage and shrugged off his black jacket, draping it gently around my shoulders. “What happened? Your hair’s still soaking – you’ll catch cold.” His fingers…

I couldn’t stop myself. My control, legendary among my pack for its iron strength, crumbled like tissue paper. I leaned down and pressed my lips to hers. Her lips were soft and warm, tasting faintly of vanilla chapstick. The contact sent fire exploding through my veins, but I wanted more. My Longue slipped out, tracing…

I said don’t start A soft knock interrupted my internal argument “Sabi? You awake? Caelan’s voice carried through the door, gentle but cautious. ‘Can I come in?” I pulled the comforter up to my chin. “Give me a second.” Take your time. I ran my hands through my tangled hair, trying to make myself presentable.…

The message below made my blood run cold: “Get to Moonridge General NOW. Apologize to Camila for nearly killing her. This is YOUR fault.” I stared at the image. The bandages were extensive spike of guilt through my chest. Did I really cause that much damage? – probably more than necessary for the injury I’d…

My phone buzzed and I reached for the phone without thinking. The steamer tipped backward. Hot metal met silk petals instantly. The decorative flower arrangement on the nightstand burst into orange flames. “Shit!” I lunged forward, trying to smother the fire with a pillow. Too late. The flames spread to the nearby curtain edge. BEEP!…

From that moment, I refused to speak to him. My heart filled with resentment. When Caelan came to tutor me, I discovered my gift for medicine. I chose to become a doctor to heal others, so they wouldn’t lose loved ones like I had. I asked Dad about the enemies who hurt Mom in battle.…

“Sable, it’s me.” Darrell’s voice came through clearly. I almost hung up immediately. “How did you get this number?” ‘I got a new phone. Listen, I’m calling about something important.” His voice sounded unusually sincere. “The housekeeper found a necklace under the bed today. I think it’s yours.” My hand instinctively went to my throat.…

Pain exploded through my chest. I dropped to my knees, gathering the pieces with trembling fingers. “You vicious bitch!” Tears burned my eyes. “You did that on purpose!” Camila pressed her hand to her chest in mock horror. “I’m so sorry! I really didn’t mean for that to happen! Though I have to say, the…

I rubbed my sleepy eyes. “Now? Mom, it’s really late… but it sounds fun!” Her smile seemed different that night. Brighter somehow, but fragile around the edges. But I should have known something was terribly wrong months before that night. Mom had been in the hospital for several months after the war. She’d been Dad’s…