A collection of stories featuring favourite
characters from Visions of Zarua and
‘Silent Sea Chronicles’, plus a glimpse into the new series, ‘Starlight
Prophecy’.
The
Guardian
With an assassin picking off wizards
one-by-one, Kalesh visits Cassima, a former student, hoping to persuade her to
re-join the Royal Wizards and use their protection to keep her family safe.
Kalesh’s newest charge, Paddren, has strange
visions which link to a past event known only to a select few. The knowledge
hidden in Paddren’s visions is invaluable so Kalesh must guard the boy at any
cost.
Can Kalesh keep his students off the
assassin’s radar long enough for his order to stop the killer?
Garrick
the Protector
Fifteen-year-old Garrick is helping at his
uncle’s farm when his cousin’s illegal use of magic threatens the family’s
safety.
Mara is in immediate danger from the Assembly
who deem all magic as a threat. The only safe place for her is the Turrak Mountains
where exiled mystics have found sanctuary alongside the island’s Sentinel.
Can Garrick get Mara to safety before the
Assembly catch up with them?
War
Wounds
Conscripted to fight off raiders, Calder
finds the months of bloody battle unleash a sixth sense buried inside him.
Finally released from duty, he travels home
and encounters a mysterious woman who insists his life is destined to serve a
higher purpose. Calder rejects her claims, wanting only to return to a simple
existence with his wife.
But can Calder pick up his old life when the
powers within him have been stirred? And why does he feel such misgivings about
his return?
All three
stories give readers a tantalising glimpse into the fantasy worlds created by
Suzanne Rogerson.
My Review
Fantasy Short Stories is a small collection of stories/snippets from the author's full-length fantasy novels. Each story introduces readers to the characters (if unfamiliar) or offers more familiar readers a new glimpse into the characters. I really enjoyed War Wounds. I think that one was my favorite. All of the stories are well-written and intriguing, but I connected most with War Wounds. If you're a fan of fantasy stories, or may want some insight into the author's full-length stories before committing to them, definitely check out Fantasy Short Stories.
3.5 stars.
Author
Bio –
Suzanne lives in Middlesex, England with her husband, two children
and a crazy cocker spaniel.
Suzanne collects books, is interested in
history and enjoys wandering around castles and old ruins whilst being immersed
in the past. She likes to combine her love of nature and photography on family
walks, but most of all she loves to escape with a great film, binge watch TV
shows, or soak in a hot bubble bath with an ice cream and a book.
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