The Offering only happens once every hundred years, but when it does, two people are brought together for partnership, bound by a vow that is stronger than marriage, and forced to kill others for the pride of their country. Brielle couldn't get over the fact that she met Talin. In addition to being one of this year's defender for The Offering, Talin was cunning, strong, and beautiful. Talin, unfortunately, also wants her dead.

For months Summer is trapped in a cellar with the man who took her - and three other girls: Rose, Poppy, and Violet. His perfect, pure flowers. His family. But flowers can't survive long cut off from the sun, and time is running out...

In a strange world where giants exist, a human girl is determined to look beyond simple 'stories' and discover a new dimension on her own. While searching, Lou meets many giants along the way- the good, and the bad. But will she overstep the line and possibly fall in 'love' with these giants? As dreams slowly become a reality, Lou goes from giant to giant in hope to gain the true friendship and trust she desires.

I stand up slowly and look up into the huge, sad, green eyes of my friend. I still remember my life when it was normal, average, plain. Nothing of any importance ever happened. "Don't go!" he pleads softly. I look down as my heart squeezes. "I have to," I say, "I can't let anyone else get hurt." Silently, I sob. "I'm sorry." I say and slowly turn to jump off the edge into a dark oblivion. ◆◆◆ Middle School Miniature brings to you the life of a confused 13 year old girl in middle school who finds herself on the small side of the coin as she and an acquaintance flee from those who would capture her. I like to try and focus on the descriptions to bring you, the reader, into the tiny shoes of Amelia as much as I can. I have always found these stories to twist my insides and really have me wishing to see that perspective for real. If you enjoy this kind of story, please consider reading. Copyright is mine. Please ask if you would like to create a spin-off.