"Here." Adrasteia holds out the book towards Abby. "Take it, tell me if you like it. Or even if you don't. Romance novels are my weakness, but this is one of the better serials for certain."

She smiles at the thumbs up, nodding appreciatively. "Looking good. I'm glad it's healed well, you've done a great job following the regimen. Was Val Chevin your first battle?" Something (the size of Abby's arms and her general state) tells Adrasteia the answer is no, but.

It's always good to ask.