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From the Arcane: Relics of Legend and Lore by Rachel Rener
4.0
The Pilfered Quill by Rachel Rener & David Green
I wasn’t sure how I’d feel by the end of this short but overall I found it enjoyable. Poor Chet the quilt suffering throughout the centuries to write for those who cannot. P.S. I hope I never come across an author who writes the way this story author did 😅🤣, the details reminder me of the 90s video games and how allll women appeared 💀.
Stealing Fate by Angel Haze
This short pulled the heart strings. While still on the dark side, it also showed how it can be light hearted. A powerful toddler with an over protective brother.
A Kindness in Measure Andy Peloquin & Jamie Castle
This short cut deep, by the end it was a relief. A young orphan girl just trying to survive and keep her friend alive too, it hits all the feels and realizations that the world is a dark place and sometimes a little kindness goes a long way.
When There’s a Tomorrow Karyne Norton
This short was beautifully written. The boy next door vibes but with a magical twist. It reminded me of the movie 50 first dates. Often with the play of time it can be redundant, but this wasn’t that.
Twisted Artifact Katie Cherry
This was an interesting little short, a young female thrust into an unfortunate situation based on her heritage. The story was entertaining and I loved the dragon (I mean who wouldn’t 😅)
The Blade of Severed Bonds Laura Winter
This short had some beauty and the beast vibes and I was here for it. I really enjoyed the premise of this story, a “human” girl who found herself making a deal with a Fae. I was hoping for a bit more magic like the rest of the shorts I’ve read thus far but this was still enjoyable.
The Emerald of Destiny Stacey Upton
this was a fantastic yet grim tale. I lovvvved the grandmother. Sorry, not sorry old wise people in stories are always a hoot. I really enjoyed the overall short and knowing this ties into a full length series call The Darkwood it’s moved up my never ending TBR.
Heart of the Matter TC Ross
What a funny short. Reminded me of the Halloween animated movie, “Monster House”, but instead of the outside world view it was in the inside the house view. I look forward to reading more of this world when it is published.
The Spell Porringer Staci Olsen
This short had me giggling. A *bowl* aka the porringer that kicks butt? And grows the garden more full sign me up. I need a crop boost in my garden! Overall I really enjoyed this short more than some of the previous.
Hexguns and Roses Amy Campbell
This was a fascinating short. Steampunk meets Westernish. I’m not usually a steampunk fan, it’s a little *out-there* for me in the fantasy genre but the story surprised me in a good way.
A Measure of Solace Lily Anne Crow
This was a great tale! I didn’t love the bows attitude but that was the point (pun intended 🤣). The girl, I loved. Plus the unique magic based on emotion was chefs kiss.
Talons Shadow Dave Dobson
This short has the most of the world building then the whole series of shorts. But with that I felt like I was missing something key to find it super enjoyable and wanting more. Penelope’s story, a bit sad and heartbreaking, I was glad to see the end, ended as it did.
Dragonstone Jaq D Hawkins
This short had me feeling a little meh, I loved the premise. I hoped for more magic, especially with the title being Dragonstone.
Bright Arrow C.K. Beggan
And the Anthology is coming to an end. This was a fantastic story to end a great set of shorts by some amazing authors.
A war between the rebellion and the Ministry. Purslane has been begging for her own solo mission and boy was this The Mission to be had. I enjoyed the character development throughout this short and wish for more from this author.