The Bard and the Thief: A Rhapsodic Anthology

In this eclectic anthology inspired by iconic songs, embark on an epic journey across multiple genres and worlds. From the soaring fantasy realms of One True Path and the title story The Bard and the Thief to the gritty cyberpunk metropolises of A Shot Away and Chasing Shadows, as well as cutting-edge scientific speculation on the frozen moon of Europa in Probability’s Dance, these gripping tales confront universal human struggles with courage and hope.

Follow Thalos on his quest for purpose through ancient ruins in One True Path. In The Bard and the Thief, venture into a world of injustice where an unlikely bond forms between a bard and a thief. In the dystopian future of A Shot Away, modified dissidents like James risk everything to ignite a revolution against an oppressive regime. Meanwhile, in Chasing Shadows, cyborg agent Ryan must confront his corporate loyalties during an anarchist uprising in Neo Tokyo. Finally, Dr. Phoebe Bell’s groundbreaking discovery of a “Luck Gene” in Probability’s Dance sparks scientific wonder but also ethical turmoil.

Weaving powerful themes of resilience, morality, and self-discovery, this collection takes you on a sweeping adventure filled with spiritual awakenings, gritty uprisings, and cutting-edge scientific exploration. Brace yourself for worlds where every path is possible when you embrace the rhythm of life’s rhapsodic dance.