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A Dash of Ramos
A Dash of Ramos is a collection of short stories by author Myka Ramos. Published online between 2012 and 2014.
The Ivory Prison
Gabriel didn't always have a name. Born in a mysterious facility, he knows he's not human, but an experiment with a purpose that no one is willing to reveal. His life is a routine and an hourglass of when he will disappear. He has no hopes, no dreams, until one day someone new interrupts that routine. Someone like him, someone free, and it changes everything.
The Circle
Life is hard in the country of Gorus. Once ravaged by an ancient war, Gorus’ future is dependent on its politics and the four families that rule them. Andrew is the firstborn of one such family. His future has been called. An heir of his country he has to follow the rules. He can never stray. And there are many rules and heir can break. Like being gay. Or falling in love with the son of your father’s rival.
Junkyard
A girl is left with nothing more than gone parents and a hoarded house. Her dreams suddenly put on hold she deals with it the best way she can. It must be luck when new neighbors move in next door. She thinks her life is about to change and she’s right.
The Ivory Prison
Gabriel didn't always have a name. Born in a mysterious facility, he knows he's not human, but an experiment with a purpose that no one is willing to reveal. His life is a routine and an hourglass of when he will disappear. He has no hopes, no dreams, until one day someone new interrupts that routine. Someone like him, someone free, and it changes everything.
The Circle
Life is hard in the country of Gorus. Once ravaged by an ancient war, Gorus’ future is dependent on its politics and the four families that rule them. Andrew is the firstborn of one such family. His future has been called. An heir of his country he has to follow the rules. He can never stray. And there are many rules and heir can break. Like being gay. Or falling in love with the son of your father’s rival.
Junkyard
A girl is left with nothing more than gone parents and a hoarded house. Her dreams suddenly put on hold she deals with it the best way she can. It must be luck when new neighbors move in next door. She thinks her life is about to change and she’s right.
- GenresScience Fiction
134 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 2014
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About the author
Myka Ramos
11 books63 followersMyka (Me-kah) has been creating stories from a young age. From turning purple and orange plush dragons into characters, to an endless collection of notebooks and word files. Myka's favorite type of story is the one that tears at your heart, even more if it includes things that go bump in the night. Her love of fantasy, sci-fi, romance, and LGBT characters fill her stories.
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April 23, 2014
A dash wasn't enough.
Took this on a flight after Rainbow Con and was quickly engrossed. Will definitely be looking for more from this young author.
Took this on a flight after Rainbow Con and was quickly engrossed. Will definitely be looking for more from this young author.
November 27, 2014
3.5 of 5 stars – Sweet, Interesting Trio of Shorts Plus a Nice Preview.
(I'm excited to have won this as a Goodreads First Read – so thanks, Ashlyn!)
I'm a fan of gay romance, YA, sci-fi, fantasy, paranormal - and this was a good mix of these. This collection of three short stories (plus a preview of the upcoming novel) was a nicely written, enjoyable read.
I found Ashlyn Daube's style to be nicely descriptive, with good phrasing and prose that helped me picture the settings and characters, and with a good expression of feelings. The plot/storyline in each piece flowed well, creating a nice buildup of tension. The short, titled chapters (I especially liked "What does hate look like") also helped make it a quick, easy read.
In "The Ivory Prison", it was a sweet relationship between the two boys, compelling enough to engage me, mysterious enough to keep me going to find out what the boys' purpose was. It is also good that this, being one of the better shorts, is the basis for the longer novel. "The Circle" was the longest short; and its Romeo & Romeo plot of forbidden love was even more compelling for me, spurring me to root for the boys. "Junkyard" was a little weird compared to the others and not quite as smooth, so it was my least favorite.
I appreciated the additional excerpt from Daube's new book. I do have just a thought for the author/publisher - without much work, the short story "Ivory Prison" could serve better as the prologue. The current prologue and Chapter 1 were part of the same scene/action/mission, so it would make sense to make them Chs 1-2. The short story provided an earlier time period laying ground work that led up to the current prologue and Ch 1. Plus, it gave some interesting and valuable background that I would have missed if I had only read the current prologue. The ending of the short story would also provide a more natural, definitive dividing point for what happens later and a better set up. Just a thought.
Across all the pieces, even in the shorter format than a novel, I was drawn into the world and characters, and I'm intrigued to see what Daube can do with the lengthier novel format.
(I'm excited to have won this as a Goodreads First Read – so thanks, Ashlyn!)
I'm a fan of gay romance, YA, sci-fi, fantasy, paranormal - and this was a good mix of these. This collection of three short stories (plus a preview of the upcoming novel) was a nicely written, enjoyable read.
I found Ashlyn Daube's style to be nicely descriptive, with good phrasing and prose that helped me picture the settings and characters, and with a good expression of feelings. The plot/storyline in each piece flowed well, creating a nice buildup of tension. The short, titled chapters (I especially liked "What does hate look like") also helped make it a quick, easy read.
In "The Ivory Prison", it was a sweet relationship between the two boys, compelling enough to engage me, mysterious enough to keep me going to find out what the boys' purpose was. It is also good that this, being one of the better shorts, is the basis for the longer novel. "The Circle" was the longest short; and its Romeo & Romeo plot of forbidden love was even more compelling for me, spurring me to root for the boys. "Junkyard" was a little weird compared to the others and not quite as smooth, so it was my least favorite.
I appreciated the additional excerpt from Daube's new book. I do have just a thought for the author/publisher - without much work, the short story "Ivory Prison" could serve better as the prologue. The current prologue and Chapter 1 were part of the same scene/action/mission, so it would make sense to make them Chs 1-2. The short story provided an earlier time period laying ground work that led up to the current prologue and Ch 1. Plus, it gave some interesting and valuable background that I would have missed if I had only read the current prologue. The ending of the short story would also provide a more natural, definitive dividing point for what happens later and a better set up. Just a thought.
Across all the pieces, even in the shorter format than a novel, I was drawn into the world and characters, and I'm intrigued to see what Daube can do with the lengthier novel format.
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