Dead Is Just a Dream - [Dead Is - 08] (14 page)

“We’ll be back,” Ryan said.

“Of course we will,” I replied. “No matter where we go, Nightshade will always be home.”

Back in the car, I put my head on his shoulder, content. I could see my future, full of adventures, mystery, friends, and family. Most importantly, I could see Ryan and me. What else did I need?

Thanks to my readers, the nicest group of people ever. Also, big thanks to the Houston Teen Book Con, where the question “What are you afraid of?” came up during my panel. This book is the answer.

Visit
www.hmhbooks.com
to find all of the books in the Dead Is series.

M
ARLENE
P
EREZ
is the author of eight books in the Dead Is Series, including
Dead Is the New Black,
an ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers. She lives in Orange County, California. Visit her website at
www.marleneperez.com
.