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5.0
In the Lair is an anthology of fantasy short stories. Each author introduces us to a different and unique world with a unique and engaging story. The stories are short but the worlds are engaging and memorable.
The Song Her Heart Sang by Steven Savile is an interesting and engaging short story. This story focuses on, Lukas Meya. Lukas is heartbroken because of a love he believes he has lost and is looking to try and reclaim. Lukas fell in love with a woman who was blind and he asked for a miracle for her. Things change for the both of them when she is healed. Lukas looks for a way to reconnect them and so he goes to seek out the stone called The Song Her Heart Sang. The stone has a unique gift but that’s not the only thing that he finds while on his search.
This story is engaging from start to finish. I was left wanting to know and read more about these characters and the elements of this story. The story is short but to the point and I enjoyed it every step of the way.
The Grasses of Hazma-Din by Jean Lowe Carlson is a unique fantasy scifi story. We’re taken to a distant world where the grasses are sentient. They protect the people who live on the planet and they do so much more. They provide knowledge of the world around them. The main character, Juliette, is being able to experience a once in a lifetime phenomenon, The Night of Black Sun. She has been chosen as one of the ones to participate in it as a Sacrifice.
This story was so well written I wanted to know more about the world that we found ourselves transported to. The uniqueness of the whole planet, the grasses and the beings that inhabit the world all drew me in. There were some confusing elements at times for me but the story was very hard to put down.
These stories are a mix of science fiction and fantasy. I found them to be very enjoyable. All of the authors bring such unique and dynamic characters. There is something for everyone in this anthology of fantasy and science fiction. I am rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. I look forward to reading more from these authors in the future.
The Song Her Heart Sang by Steven Savile is an interesting and engaging short story. This story focuses on, Lukas Meya. Lukas is heartbroken because of a love he believes he has lost and is looking to try and reclaim. Lukas fell in love with a woman who was blind and he asked for a miracle for her. Things change for the both of them when she is healed. Lukas looks for a way to reconnect them and so he goes to seek out the stone called The Song Her Heart Sang. The stone has a unique gift but that’s not the only thing that he finds while on his search.
This story is engaging from start to finish. I was left wanting to know and read more about these characters and the elements of this story. The story is short but to the point and I enjoyed it every step of the way.
The Grasses of Hazma-Din by Jean Lowe Carlson is a unique fantasy scifi story. We’re taken to a distant world where the grasses are sentient. They protect the people who live on the planet and they do so much more. They provide knowledge of the world around them. The main character, Juliette, is being able to experience a once in a lifetime phenomenon, The Night of Black Sun. She has been chosen as one of the ones to participate in it as a Sacrifice.
This story was so well written I wanted to know more about the world that we found ourselves transported to. The uniqueness of the whole planet, the grasses and the beings that inhabit the world all drew me in. There were some confusing elements at times for me but the story was very hard to put down.
These stories are a mix of science fiction and fantasy. I found them to be very enjoyable. All of the authors bring such unique and dynamic characters. There is something for everyone in this anthology of fantasy and science fiction. I am rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. I look forward to reading more from these authors in the future.
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