[Sheska's returning smile and greeting were full of undiluted cheer. She looked him over as she entered and slipped out of her shoes. She wasn't sure of his recovery schedule and whether or not he'd have the cast off by now, though she hoped so for his sake. She should have checked on him more frequently. As it was a little late for that now, she asked after his health, if he'd heard from the other Turks, and followed it up with...]

How did you like the books? It seems like they'd be some of your only company.