Underside Stories

In the urban fantasy world of Opylentriya, magic is both a gift and a curse-oppressed by the aristocracy until it's needed to maintain their power - and crime is a necessity. Everet and her friends navigate the dangerous streets, struggling to survive while uncovering dark secrets that could cost them everything. Jayke, born into comfort, faces his own demons as monstrous threats emerge and he grapples with his true nature-a powerful magic that sets him apart. As love, action, and betrayal intertwine, they must decide whether to hide in the shadows or embrace their destinies, risking death in a world that favors the ruthless. Will they unite in their fight against oppression, or will the monsters in their shadows tear them apart? Also, there's a dog.

Set in Neil Gaiman's mystical world of London Below, this series of short stories follows Coin, a teenage boy who joined a messenger service to make a living. On his errands, he discovers the chaotic places and eccentric residents of the Underside, and more often than not, has to figure out a way without getting himself (and the message) out of trouble.