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Written on Jan 12, 2018
- Kaibab Unbound - This short takes place before, Hounded, book one of the Iron Druid Chronicles. Oberon and Atticus O'Sullivan are enjoying a run in the woods when an Elemental calls out for Atticus's help. What he finds is a coven of witches determined to steal the Elemental's power for their own. The tale showcases Atticus's wit, strengths, abilities, and snark. While Oberon is absent from the battle that ensues, his humor and bubbling logic shine. 3 cups
- A Test of Mettle - Events in A Test of Mettle happen concurrently with Hammered, book three in the series. It is important to note, that this can be read for free on Kevin Hearne's website, but I was delighted to see Luke Daniels narrate the tale. At the time of this story, Atticus is in Asgard. The story focuses on Granuaile MacTiernan who is training to become a druid and tasked to clean a river by Sonora, the desert elemental. Oberon is with her, and both are shocked to learn Atticus doesn't get the final say on who becomes a druid. Granuaile is tested when she is attacked by the animals under the influence of Flidais, the goddess of the hunt. This was a hard lesson and test for Granuaile and one I found most interesting. It also shares a darker thread, Granuaile's obsession with punishing her stepfather. 4 cups