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Chronicles of Steele: Raven: Episode One by Pauline Creeden
4.0
This is an episodic steampunk-fantasy novella series that the author is planning to release bi-weekly.
Episode 1 is an introduction to Raven and her world. Raven is trained as a reaper; one who assassinates people, but must save a life for every one taken. She lives in a world with steam-powered horses and other devices. Raven is on her way into town to fulfill her debt and ask the man she loves to marry her. When out-of-control steam horses fly by her carrying a young boy, Raven springs to action saving his life. The young boy ends up being a baron, Darius, but one that is cursed. Now Raven will have to protect the Darius or find a way to lift the curse.
For a 59 page novella, there is a lot of action and plot packed in here. I also felt that there was a complete story arc. Raven's character is awesome, her training as a reaper makes her fierce and independent. In this episode, a lot of her skill is showcased as she is running from the guard. I am also intrigued by Darius' condition. It will be interesting to see what exactly is it and how it will be fixed. Looking forward to the next one!
Episode 1 is an introduction to Raven and her world. Raven is trained as a reaper; one who assassinates people, but must save a life for every one taken. She lives in a world with steam-powered horses and other devices. Raven is on her way into town to fulfill her debt and ask the man she loves to marry her. When out-of-control steam horses fly by her carrying a young boy, Raven springs to action saving his life. The young boy ends up being a baron, Darius, but one that is cursed. Now Raven will have to protect the Darius or find a way to lift the curse.
For a 59 page novella, there is a lot of action and plot packed in here. I also felt that there was a complete story arc. Raven's character is awesome, her training as a reaper makes her fierce and independent. In this episode, a lot of her skill is showcased as she is running from the guard. I am also intrigued by Darius' condition. It will be interesting to see what exactly is it and how it will be fixed. Looking forward to the next one!