Lies (Deceit and Desire Book 1) Page 10

  Yet, at the same time, part of me wanted to dance.

  I had family – family outside the clan.

  Somebody I could turn to, maybe.

  My hands shook as I hunted for more information on them. Bit by bit, more of it turned up, although the hardest piece to find was a way to contact one of them.

  I finally did manage to get an address.

  Just over three hours away.

  In Monterey, California.

  Monterey.

  I had family in Monterey.

  Behind me, Joelle made a soft sighing sound in her sleep, and I closed my eyes.

  We had family in Monterey.

  Thank you so much for reading LIES, Book 1 of Deceit and Desire. The series continues in Book 2, FIRE, coming May 25. CLICK HERE to get an email notification when the book is released.

  About the Author

  Cassie Wild

  Cassie Wild loves romance. Ever since she was eight years old, she’s been reading every romance novel she could get her hands on, always dreaming of writing her own romance novels. In her spare time, she enjoys watching superhero movies, playing video games, reading tons of books all while cooking her favorite Italian meals.

  First, I would like to thank all my readers. Without you, my books would not exist. A big Thank You goes out to all the Facebook fans, street team, beta readers, and advanced reviewers. You are a HUGE part of the success of the series.

  Also, a big Thank You goes out to my editor Lynette. You make my ideas and words look so good.