The Ishtar Flux

by Liz Penn

Gaia’s unwanted partner, Akos, is going to end up killing her. Snide comments and bungling ineptitude in the art of war makes every scouting trip a nightmare. This mission, however just got much worse. They discover an enemy camp with still-living captives. Derki keep prisoners for one the cookpot. When the two band together for a hasty rescue attempt, they realize there’s more in common between them than they thought. When their presence is discovered, they are in need of rescue themselves. Wounded in the first skirmish, Gaia is shocked when Akos returns to defend her. And even more surprised at the budding protectiveness that wells inside her as the Derki torment him. As daylight fades and their enemies gather for the final slaughter, Gaia must rely on Akos to survive the battle, and the growing chaos in her heart. - - - - - - - Inspired by the Beauty and the Beast fairy tale, this is a fantasy novella with a whisper of romance.

53 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 7, 2012

Reviews

[Kaycee Looney]

This novella has everything I look for in a story. It has great banter between the characters, a unique take on the fantasy staple of shapeshifters, and an rich cultural world - all intertwined with a story that runs you through the gamut of emotions.

A must read.