Red

the long version

There were certain truths everyone knew. Never wear red or any other bright color. Make as little sound as possible if one had to be outside the protection of the sanctuary settlements. And never, ever, go out in the wild places alone. The Ragoru, an alien species set down to live among them, dwell within the forests and everyone knows that they crave all things red.Arie’s life has always been one of playing by the rules. She doesn’t draw attention to herself. She doesn’t leave her home without