She stepped into the alleyway behind the Gilded Cage, her combat boots silent on the wet pavement. A man slumped against the brickwork, his shadow detached from his body and flickering like a dying candle. He was a "Lost Soul," a human whose essence had been harvested by a Greater Demon. "Ember," a gravelly voice called from the shadows.
She pressed her palm to the man’s chest. The alley erupted in a blinding white flare. For a moment, the rain turned to steam, and the darkness recoiled. When the light faded, the man gasped, his shadow snapping back into place. Download 045141957X epub
"You're a fool," Jackson said, though he reached out to steady her. She stepped into the alleyway behind the Gilded
If you'd like to continue this story or start a new one, let me know: What you prefer (e.g., urban fantasy, noir, sci-fi) "Ember," a gravelly voice called from the shadows
Emberly slumped back, her vision blurring. She was cold now—the kind of cold that preceded the flame.
The book you are looking for is by Keri Arthur , which is the first novel in the Souls of Fire series. You can find the EPUB version for digital lending or download through the Internet Archive . Short Story: The Ember’s Call
"Maybe," she breathed, a small, defiant spark dancing in her eyes. "But I'm a fool who’s still warm."