That area's been tussled over for years.

Not only are these animals new to science, but they're adapted to very specific environments – some of them, to a single room in one cave.

We thought we might find at least another handful of new species. It was amazing to get 27.

There's a difference between people who do hurtful things because they're evil and people who do bad things because of their circumstances.

Cold air clawed at my face, ripping tears from my eyes. I buried my face deep into Daniel's back and breathed in a mixture of familiar scents - almonds, oil paint, earth, and a hint of varnish. I didn't even question why I was on that bike. I just knew I was suppose to be.

The problem with promises is that once you've made one, it's bound to be broken. It's like an
unspoken cosmic rule.