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amicarlton's review
4.0
This is a lovely collection of stories. I was first introduced to Astrid V.J's writing in another similar anthology, and I enjoyed the fact that all of these anthologies are for a good cause.
I always enjoy Astrid's writing, and this was no exception. In addition to her story, I found several others quite enjoyable. I think someone will find something to love within these pages. If nothing else, the idea of both supporting writers and helping support a great cause is something I can't say no too!
My favorites, in addition to Astrid's story, included
- "To Find A Queen," which I'm pretty sure was included from a different PoV in another anthology - I enjoyed the opportunity to see it again from a different characters viewpoint.
- "The Twin Ambers," was a unique, sweet story of familial love that played out in the historical fields of Ukraine. Many of us still hold Ukraine in our hearts, and this group has also done an anthology for that cause which was similarly amazing!
- "Hippolyta Goes Hunting," was a strange, amusing tale. I didn't expect the ending, and really the entire story was so weird, but in a good way. Like I really enjoyed it.
- "To Walk In Royal Shoes," was also strange, but enjoyable. The resolution was again unexpected, but so interesting.
The twists and turns as these stories attempt to answer the age old question, "what's in a name?" will really keep you guessing!
Definitely a win for fantasy lovers, short story friends, and those looking for something new!
I always enjoy Astrid's writing, and this was no exception. In addition to her story, I found several others quite enjoyable. I think someone will find something to love within these pages. If nothing else, the idea of both supporting writers and helping support a great cause is something I can't say no too!
My favorites, in addition to Astrid's story, included
- "To Find A Queen," which I'm pretty sure was included from a different PoV in another anthology - I enjoyed the opportunity to see it again from a different characters viewpoint.
- "The Twin Ambers," was a unique, sweet story of familial love that played out in the historical fields of Ukraine. Many of us still hold Ukraine in our hearts, and this group has also done an anthology for that cause which was similarly amazing!
- "Hippolyta Goes Hunting," was a strange, amusing tale. I didn't expect the ending, and really the entire story was so weird, but in a good way. Like I really enjoyed it.
- "To Walk In Royal Shoes," was also strange, but enjoyable. The resolution was again unexpected, but so interesting.
The twists and turns as these stories attempt to answer the age old question, "what's in a name?" will really keep you guessing!
Definitely a win for fantasy lovers, short story friends, and those looking for something new!
dwinprincess's review
5.0
Update as I read more stories from the collection.
O Time, Untangle This by Susan Stradiotto and Sky Sommers
This one was fun. A story of presenting to be who is needed to get what you want. Engaging, and who doesn't love a HEA.
The Lies of Lady Roseberry by Alice Ivinya
This one was exceptionally short, but I enjoyed it none the less. One deception and a kingdom could fall. Fixing it will cost you everything.
O Time, Untangle This by Susan Stradiotto and Sky Sommers
This one was fun. A story of presenting to be who is needed to get what you want. Engaging, and who doesn't love a HEA.
The Lies of Lady Roseberry by Alice Ivinya
This one was exceptionally short, but I enjoyed it none the less. One deception and a kingdom could fall. Fixing it will cost you everything.
sarina_langer's review
5.0
Folks, this is such a treasure of an anthology! To make things even better, it's for charity, so you're supporting Room to Read by treating yourself to this set ^-^
As with all anthologies, there's so much variety in terms of voice in this set, but all stories are YA and you're bound to find a few new favourite authors. My favourites are The Twin Embers by Elena Shelest, Star Dancer by Astrid V.J., and Born to Prove by Dani Hoots. If you've read the authors' first anthology, Once Upon a Name (*also* for charity!!), you'll love the new writers joining this set alongside the returning ones!
All these stories are also pretty short, so you can easily relax with one an evening here and there ;)
As with all anthologies, there's so much variety in terms of voice in this set, but all stories are YA and you're bound to find a few new favourite authors. My favourites are The Twin Embers by Elena Shelest, Star Dancer by Astrid V.J., and Born to Prove by Dani Hoots. If you've read the authors' first anthology, Once Upon a Name (*also* for charity!!), you'll love the new writers joining this set alongside the returning ones!
All these stories are also pretty short, so you can easily relax with one an evening here and there ;)
dwinprincess's review against another edition
5.0
Update as I read more stories from the collection.
O Time, Untangle This by Susan Stradiotto and Sky Sommers
This one was fun. A story of presenting to be who is needed to get what you want. Engaging, and who doesn't love a HEA.
The Lies of Lady Roseberry by Alice Ivinya
This one was exceptionally short, but I enjoyed it none the less. One deception and a kingdom could fall. Fixing it will cost you everything.
O Time, Untangle This by Susan Stradiotto and Sky Sommers
This one was fun. A story of presenting to be who is needed to get what you want. Engaging, and who doesn't love a HEA.
The Lies of Lady Roseberry by Alice Ivinya
This one was exceptionally short, but I enjoyed it none the less. One deception and a kingdom could fall. Fixing it will cost you everything.
bekalynn's review
adventurous
5.0
What a great compilation of stories. I found very few I didn’t love. The artwork was amazing. I was drawn into the world building so much was shared in the stories you couldn’t help but be drawn into them. Poison Queen by R.S. Williams was a favorite and was sad when it ended. Cursed Destiny by MA Weaver was another at first it wasn’t meshing with me but it hooked me in and I didn’t want it to end.
dawn_b_reads68's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book of short stories was a wonderful introduction to some authors I have never read before. Some of the stories are short glimpses into longer books and different worlds. Some stories are better than others but that is just due to personal preferences. I am definitely going to check out these authors other works. There is something for everyone in here. So I recommend people check this out.
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