Arcanist Fables

Frith Chronicles

By: Shami Stovall

Narrated by: Brian Wiggins

Strange places. New arcanists. The rise of the Second Ascension.

Volke Savan has proven himself time and time again, but now the others of the Frith Guild want their opportunity. Illia wants to recover a lost runestone, Master Zelfree hopes to learn the magics of the Mother of Shapeshifters, and Adelgis surprises himself with the new depths of his dreamweaving abilities.

But while the Frith Guild prepares for the coming war, the Second Ascension has grand plans for the world. When two more god-creatures are born, dastardly arcanists try their hands at braving the godly lairs. With the Dread Pirate Calisto as a ferry, men like Theasin Venrover will have to outsmart puzzles and traps that put the world serpent’s to shame.

Witness stories from the viewpoints of friend and foe alike, all while the world races to find and bond with the remaining god-creatures.

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Great shorts

Great short stories that give a lot of context to characters from the within the main series. which is also amazing by the way.

Great addition to the series

I really enjoyed this book even though it was a bit of a side trip for the main series. This book is a series of short stories that take place before, during or immediately after the events in the World Serpent Arcanist as seen through the eyes of other major secondary characters. We get stories from Illia, Adelgis, Calisto, Hexa, Zelfree, Orwyn, Mathis Weaversong and Rhys’ POV. In these short stories we are giving more of these characters’ back stories, their personalities, and motivations which adds even more dimension to the overall series and the main story arc. It also gives us some hints about what is coming next. The book includes end of the world scenarios, paranormal creatures, loyal friends and family, complicated families, painful pasts, mystical coincidences, snark, love, secrets, and laughs. I love this series.

Brian Wiggins did a phenomenal job narrating the story and characters into life with enough change of inflection, tone and cadence to voice multiple characters quite convincingly.

Great Stories to fill Gaps

The stories are great. Fills in a lot of gaps from when characters separate in earlier novels. Also explains why characters chose whatever side they are on. I wish there was a female narrator for the female perspectives, and the voice/intensity chosen for one of the male stories killed me.

Fascinating glimpse of short stories!

A fascinating glimpse into the stories of both allies and enemies! While not essential to the main storyline, this collection of fables adds so much depth to the world and its characters. I loved getting a peek into the minds of people like Illia and Adelgis as they tackle their own challenges. Each story felt fresh and exciting, with enough action and intrigue to keep me thoroughly entertained. A great addition to the series for fans looking to explore the world further!

the BLOOPERS!

i just need to say that i really appreciate the fun the author had with the bloopers towards the end. i especially enjoyed the pokemon references.