"That's why I'm glad you're getting away from them, at least for a while," Jake admitted, sounding satisfied with that answer. "You can't always do or be everything your parents want, trust me on that." His lips pulled into a faint smile, but it was more ironic than anything else.

"Glad I'm getting you interested, though." He reached out and snagged a book, offering it over. "One of my favorites."