The chief pushed his spectacles up the bridge of his nose. "There are restless spirits that refuse to leave their old home for their new one."
The dialogue was the same every time. A changed word here and there, but Lazarus knew all his lines. "When they see me, they will go home and leave you in peace."
"We wish them honor, not harm. They are souls that are dear to us. We welcome a gentle hand, Spirit Seeker."
From Dead As Dreams, Chapter 3 (novel currently in the revision process)
About Dead As Dreams:
Dreams are in danger and souls are chained to the earth. Aysa, the Shepherd of Dreams, and Lazarus, a spirit seeker, join forces to restore the balance between dreams and nightmares and life and death. They face a rogue spirit seeker and a manipulator of nightmares--both intent on unhinging the world, but there is yet another pulling the strings.
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Good stuff...is this one out there for purchase already? I didn't see a buy-link...
ReplyDeleteSuch a cool concept, Alexa!
ReplyDelete:) Heidi
This is an area where I do not see many stories written. Very cool that you have delved into this!
ReplyDeleteInteresting. I likey. Looking forward to reading more of this...
ReplyDeleteFascinating premise, and I'm intrigued by the chief with the spectacles.
ReplyDeleteThanks, all!
ReplyDelete@T. M. Hunter - It's not currently out for purchase. I'm still in the revision stages for now. =)
sounds like a fantastic story. Very original idea.
ReplyDeleteInteresting - is this a ritual or something Lazarus has done so many times that he's used to the response?
ReplyDeleteBoth! =)
DeleteHmmm this definitely intrigues me. Very cool concept. :)
ReplyDeleteNice snippet, Alexa! Can't wait to read more.
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