Harris Alexander Pope is the man who ended the Partisan War on Mars. All he seeks now is solitude and a return to the life that was stolen from him. Yet when he learns that the worst war criminals are hiding in other bodies, he is forced into an interplanetary pursuit.
In a world where fairies disrupt the balance of artifice and technology, a royal family must unravel a riddle to prevent catastrophe. Amidst this turmoil, a deceitful merchant employs automatons to conceal his treachery, while a woman uncovers the mystery behind three princesses whose shoes bear the marks of their nightly escapades. This collection weaves together enchanting steampunk and gaslamp fairy tales, each brimming with intrigue and magic.
Having just been killed in a mysterious shuttle explosion, Gethin Bryce is back to uncover what happened. An investigator with the InterPlanetary Council, Gethin is tasked with finding the truth behind anomalies outside of IPC control. His investigation uncovers evidence of a sadistic entity which threatens not just civilization, but all life...
Set in the early dawn of civilization, the narrative explores a world rich in potential and fraught with challenges. It delves into the lives of characters navigating their existence before the rise of monumental architecture and societal structures. Through vivid imagery and historical context, the story captures the essence of human ambition and the quest for meaning in an era marked by both wonder and uncertainty. Themes of survival, discovery, and the formation of community are woven throughout, offering a glimpse into humanity's formative years.