When she came to take the scroll Taggart said, “Meryum, your father talked about you as well.” She shook her head. “Don’t. Please.” “His little general. He believed in you. He was proud of you.” She choked down a sob. “I’m failing.” “You can’t think that way. Meryum, it’s my job to be tough, to … Continue reading Far From Home
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A Skirmish of Heirs
Crown Prince Lars of Tantaria climbed the fence and took his place opposite Meryum in the training pen. A crowd of ladies who had been admiring Lars, and many of the squires Mery trained with, gathered around. Even King Tritaton and King Jackson moved closer to watch. “I expect you two to fight to a … Continue reading A Skirmish of Heirs
Reagan’s Tale – Short Story Excerpt 1
The sound of her sister coughing woke her. Vivian huddled beneath her blanket, shivering. She’d seen people get sick before, but not like this. Fourteen people in town, including Vivian’s grandfather and her baby brother Dale, had already died. At least a dozen more had started coughing. And now Emily, Vivian thought, tears coming to … Continue reading Reagan’s Tale – Short Story Excerpt 1
Andrake – Short Story Excerpt
“I didn’t know I was different at first. How could a baby know something like that? Or a toddler? But they must have known from the first. My mother said I was born with a lot of hair. Even as a child I didn’t know, didn’t understand why my father looked at me with cold … Continue reading Andrake – Short Story Excerpt
Late Night Meeting – An Excerpt
This is an excerpt from book 3. It has been edited to minimize spoilers. Armed with her new knowledge, a list of questions, and her gift, Sephy pulled on a cloak and waited for Luke to return. He entered without knocking and closed the door securely behind him. He was wearing a cloak as well. … Continue reading Late Night Meeting – An Excerpt
Dark Dreams – Book 3 Excerpt
Mery was dreaming; she knew because her training partner was her father and they hadn't trained together since she was seven years old. Dream or no, she wanted to stay here, in this pen, going over the familiar drills with him, for as long as possible. It was like being a child again, just her … Continue reading Dark Dreams – Book 3 Excerpt
A Midnight Party
The following is an excerpt from Darkness Falling - book 2 of The Zoedavian Chronicles. “Mery.” Meryum groaned and rolled over. It feels like I just barely fell asleep. It can’t be morning already. “Mery. Wake up.” She’s whispering. Why is she whispering? Mery opened her eyes. It was still dark. “What do you want?” … Continue reading A Midnight Party
Mock Battles – An Excerpt
Below is a scene from Whispers in the Dark, Book 1 of the Zoedavian Chronicles. After a short break they switched from choreographed drills to open sparring. Her movements were fast but erratic and he deflected the glancing blows with ease, even if they came at him quicker than he was accustomed to. His goal … Continue reading Mock Battles – An Excerpt
On the Run – An Excerpt
Run. She ran because it was the first lesson in self defense she had ever learned. Run, you idiot. She ran because instinct screamed at her to run. If you had listened to your instincts two days ago you wouldn’t be in this mess! Can’t altar the past. Just run, and if the Great Lady … Continue reading On the Run – An Excerpt
Tales From Thelara 