Smarlo

by Z.S. Diamanti

Genres: Collections, Fantasy

ebook

First published January 1, 2022

About the author

Z.S. Diamanti is the award-winning author of the Stone & Sky series, an epic fantasy adventure and the result of his great passion for fun and fantastical stories. He went to college forever and has too many pieces of paper on his wall. He is a USAF veteran of OEF and worked in ministry for over 10 years. He and his wife reside in Colorado with their four children where they enjoy hikes and tabletop games.

You can get a FREE series of his stories at zsdiamanti.com

Connect with him on social media: @zsdiamanti

Reviews

[Patrick Webb · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun book to read. Seeing the mages in a more personal light, especially when they undertake researching things unfamiliar to them reminded me of all the research I did before deploying with the Marine Corps. As with the other prelude books, it as great to see a bit of history and artistically described character that allowed me to picture Smarlo as he walked the caverns investigating what was seen. (no spoilers here). Take the time to read this, it won't take that long but well worth with.

[Vickiec192 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh Smarlo, what an absolute gem of a character. Even this short story is so packed with adventure and is absolutely gripping. I hope to see a lot more of him in Stone & Sky

[M Beal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Smarlo. What a great character. This was an amazing taste of the series and I can't wait to read more.

[Connie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved having these preludes to understand more of the back story to the characters in this series.

[Anne Patkau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Diamanti weaves minor details through his vignettes to empower the plot. The slim orc mage Smarlo glances at the ancient heavy dark-tonguetome that falls at his feet before his teacher Master berates him. Those forbidden words haunt him after an angry ranken monster chases miners underground.