Behind the Lace and the Lies
enna_byrne
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  • Reads 52
  • Votes 22
  • Parts 16
  • Time 1h 28m
enna_byrne
Complete, First published Jun 15, 2023
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|Fantasy short story collection| 

Broken Vows - A pacifist by nature, Karianne must decide how far she is willing to go to seek vengeance.

Horses of the Wind - A fairytale in which a woman dreams of the wind.

Thinly Veiled Lies - Alyssa is desperate to reclaim her place amongst nobility, but the rumors of her father's affair and the secrets she needs to keep hidden prove to be challenging obstacles.

Among Swirling Sand - After a failed assassination attempt, Wren finds herself battling not only her pursuers but also the consequences of her magic.

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