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brendaclay's review
4.0
A historical short story set in the Rampant universe. It was great! Thanks to Diana Peterfreund for temporarily offering this as a free download. :)
ravencrantz's review
5.0
What a great short story! I love this world of killer unicorns, as silly as it sounds. The imagery is beautiful, the characters are thoughtful, and the prose is well written. I was so glad to hear there was more to this world, even though it was only a short story. I love the different take on unicorns. They are not the friendly creatures fairy tails have us believe. They kill anyone who isn't a virgin maiden. Killer, bloodthirsty unicorns. Love it.
This short story has nothing to do with the other two books. It's fine all on its own, and could really work as a prequel. If you're unsure of wanting to read the series, try this short story first to see if you enjoy the idea of unicorn hunters. Not nearly as much action in this short story, but still a fun read.
This short story has nothing to do with the other two books. It's fine all on its own, and could really work as a prequel. If you're unsure of wanting to read the series, try this short story first to see if you enjoy the idea of unicorn hunters. Not nearly as much action in this short story, but still a fun read.
princess_starr's review
3.0
Interesting addition to the Killer Unicorns universe. I like the emphasis on the historical unicorn hunters, as well as tying actual depictions of unicorn hunts and tapestry. That said, I wish there would have been more of Elise’s quiet strength, and her build-up to defying her family and fiance’s wishes at the end. Gitta’s story is strong, and I liked her relationship with Enyo the unicorn. It’s not a bad short story, and I’d recommend it for fans of the Killer Unicorns series, but it didn’t have the same drawing in as Rampant or “The Care and Keeping of Your Killer Unicorn” did. (Note: I got those during the free Smashwords promo last month.)
kikiandarrowsfishshelf's review
3.0
Peterfreund has a really good dark and heavy view of unicorons. This above average short story is about assumpations and appearances.
jessschira's review
4.0
This is a short story which I read on my kindle. Errant is part of Peterfreund’s series which includes Rampant and Ascedant but it is important that you understand that Errant is a stand-alone story. I have not read either of the other books and had no problem reading Errant.
The premise behind the story, and the series is that unicorns are not the innocent creatures we remember from childhood fairy tales. They are nasty creatures who would just as soon eat you as look at you. Even though I have always been a lover of unicorns, I love the idea of changing their mythology.
I want to start out by saying that I did enjoy this story. I also can’t shake the feeling that I would have preferred it to be longer, maybe a novella as opposed to a short story. The longer format would have made it possible for Peterfreund to develop her characters a bit more. She did an excellent job of creating a good plot, I just wish I would have been more invested in her characters.
The story reads very quickly and is interesting. It is a great download if you are looking for something that will allow you to pass the time at the doctor’s office, or while waiting in line at the post office. It is also a great story if you need to decide if you can abide the idea of evil unicorns before investing in Rampant.
I predict that if you enjoy the novels written by Robin McKinley, that you will enjoy this short story.
The premise behind the story, and the series is that unicorns are not the innocent creatures we remember from childhood fairy tales. They are nasty creatures who would just as soon eat you as look at you. Even though I have always been a lover of unicorns, I love the idea of changing their mythology.
I want to start out by saying that I did enjoy this story. I also can’t shake the feeling that I would have preferred it to be longer, maybe a novella as opposed to a short story. The longer format would have made it possible for Peterfreund to develop her characters a bit more. She did an excellent job of creating a good plot, I just wish I would have been more invested in her characters.
The story reads very quickly and is interesting. It is a great download if you are looking for something that will allow you to pass the time at the doctor’s office, or while waiting in line at the post office. It is also a great story if you need to decide if you can abide the idea of evil unicorns before investing in Rampant.
I predict that if you enjoy the novels written by Robin McKinley, that you will enjoy this short story.
annastarlight's review
5.0
Me and killer unicorns, we go way back. The first time I heard of their existence it was like finding that missing piece that completes you into a whole being. It filled the empty little place in my heart. And still now, I can't get enough.
Errant is a short story of about 30 pages, set in historical France. Gitta, a unicorn hunter trained in Rome, is summoned to help in a symbolic unicorn hunt. But there is more magic hiding in this estate than she expected...
I loved how in this tiny short story, Ms Peterfreund manages to insert several plot twists, character development and a teasing insight into the world of unicorn hunters. The story stands completely on its own, making it accessible for both die-hard fans and the relatively ignorant.
When I wrote this review, this novelette was still available for free. Read more about this offer on Diana Peterfreund's blog. Go read it, NOW!
Errant is a short story of about 30 pages, set in historical France. Gitta, a unicorn hunter trained in Rome, is summoned to help in a symbolic unicorn hunt. But there is more magic hiding in this estate than she expected...
I loved how in this tiny short story, Ms Peterfreund manages to insert several plot twists, character development and a teasing insight into the world of unicorn hunters. The story stands completely on its own, making it accessible for both die-hard fans and the relatively ignorant.
When I wrote this review, this novelette was still available for free. Read more about this offer on Diana Peterfreund's blog. Go read it, NOW!