Miles Away (Carrion #1)(99)

Hello by Adele

This scene was written long before the songstress released her single, but there is no song that could convey the emotions that Miles and Letty feel upon their reunion. You could cut the tension with a knife. Thank you, Adele, for writing the perfect song for this scene.



Undisclosed Desires by Muse

A once in a lifetime kiss needs a song that draws out the sexual tension of the scene. I’ve loved this song for a long time and so happy that I can finally write a scene worthy of its use in a playlist.



Thunder Road by Bruce Springsteen

As Letty recovers from Miles’s kiss, this song plays from her radio. As Miles turns around and waves at Letty with a smile on his face, a flood of emotions rush through Letty’s body. Letty and Miles have traveled a thunder road. The Boss wins again!



War Machine by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

As Miles faces Knox, his brother who framed him, and his father, Michael, who tried to kill him, I needed a song that fit the intensity of Miles’s rage. This certainly fit the bill.



Mama Taught Me Better by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

Miles’s mama did teach him better. When Miles discovers that Letty is in danger, he rushes out of the war room and gets in his car, determined to keep Letty from the destructive hands of Dante and Fish.



Moon and Moon by Bat For Lashes

Letty and Miles drive away from Town Center with Letty promising Miles that she will tell him what is going on. This song perfectly captures the high tension and emotion of the scene.



One of These Nights by the Eagles

As things heat up in the car between Miles and Letty, I needed a song that alluded to the chemistry that they share. The line, “I’ve been searching for the devil. I’ve been searching for an angel in white. I’ve been searching for a woman who’s a little of both,” is perfect to me. For Miles, Letty is the perfect mix of darkness and desire, purity and innocence.



I’m On Fire by Bruce Springsteen

Who else would I trust with such a pivotal scene? As Miles and Letty reconnect in his car, Bruce Springsteen’s most poetic song croons from the radio.



What Are You Waiting For? by Gwen Stefani

Letty going toe to toe with her father over the letters needed a song full of the same energy that raged through her body. This fit the bill. Seriously, Juan. What gives?



Into the Ocean by Blue October

This song perfectly represents the creeping feeling of dread as Letty read through Miles’s many letters to her.



White Demon Love Song by the Killers

As the chemistry between Letty and Miles builds, I listened to this song on repeat. It helped me perfectly convey the tricky situation at hand.



Set the Fire to the Third Bar by Snow Patrol

As Miles’s letters intensify so does the mood. Snow Patrol never fails to give an emotional musical experience.



Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol

In many books I read, when a couple comes together, there’s absolute ravaging going on. They can’t get enough of each other. But in this instance, I tried to take a more realistic approach. These are two people who love each other desperately. They missed each other tremendously, and as the feeling of gratitude settles into their hearts, they are relieved simply to be in each other’s presence. I feel like this song perfectly set the tone as Miles joined Letty in bed.



Today by Smashing Pumpkins

Waking up in a joyous mood, Letty goes downstairs to find her guys settled on the living room floor. Her happiness in this moment is unrivaled, and I feel like this song perfectly matches her emotions.



American Girl by Tom Petty

As the upbeat mood continues in the diner, this song plays from the jukebox. This is most certainly a Letty song.



In The End by Linkin Park

For the assassination attempt on Miles life, our playlist takes another turn towards the dark and edgy. This song helps capture the mood I was looking for.



Light Up the Dark by Gabrielle Aplin

Recovering from her shock this afternoon, Letty is surprised that her father has agreed to babysit for the night so she and Miles can enjoy a night out.



Sex On Fire by Kings of Leon

For this particular song, listen to the melody not the lyrics. The chemistry between Letty and Miles is building and I feel like this song perfectly conveys their connection.



Assassin by Muse

For the break-in at Juan’s house, I needed a song that did the scene justice. The danger, the shock, and the utter despair in this scene is captured in this edgy song.



Dream a Little Dream of Me by Mamas & the Papas

This song plays while Letty and Miles are at dinner, and I feel like it hints at the couple’s sweet endearment to one another.



Come Away with Me by Norah Jones

Engaging in a sensual dance under the dim lighting of the restaurant, Miles and Letty connect on a deeper level, swaying to the sultry tone of Norah Jones’s voice.



Ain’t No Easy Way by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

For assassination attempt number two, I wanted a song that showed off the heightened anger and rage Miles felt. I think this one fits the bill!



Luck Be A Lady by Frank Sinatra