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Deviation - Wandering gods: A humorous fantasy.
This is the prequel to Discovery - by Louise McLaughlin.
Seth, the Egyptian god of chaos, has been wandering the world for centuries, accompanied by his companions, Linn, the god of wealth, and Eros, the god of love. Seth had to flee Egypt after his meddling caused a tiny bit of unrest. He escaped to the apparent safety of Britain. Together, the three exiled gods have been involved in some of British history's infamous events. This short story details their travels through some of those events.
The influence Seth had over Richard the Third would have long-lasting consequences for the British monarchy.
The Gunpowder Plot was hatched in Seth's bar, with a bit of magical assistance.
The Great Fire of London had almost certainly nothing to do with Seth.
The Whisky riots in Glasgow had a short-lived truce within Seth's pub.
Jack the Ripper ran into a few Glasgow gods and witches.
Seth, the Egyptian god of chaos, has been wandering the world for centuries, accompanied by his companions, Linn, the god of wealth, and Eros, the god of love. Seth had to flee Egypt after his meddling caused a tiny bit of unrest. He escaped to the apparent safety of Britain. Together, the three exiled gods have been involved in some of British history's infamous events. This short story details their travels through some of those events.
The influence Seth had over Richard the Third would have long-lasting consequences for the British monarchy.
The Gunpowder Plot was hatched in Seth's bar, with a bit of magical assistance.
The Great Fire of London had almost certainly nothing to do with Seth.
The Whisky riots in Glasgow had a short-lived truce within Seth's pub.
Jack the Ripper ran into a few Glasgow gods and witches.
42 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 13, 2025
About the author
Louise McLaughlin
4 books32 followersLouise McLaughlin writes sharp, imaginative speculative fiction rooted in Scottish humour, myth, and modern chaos. Blending gods, conspiracies, and contemporary satire, her stories explore the extraordinary hiding in plain sight — always with heart, wit, and a distinctly Glaswegian edge. With a growing readership and an engaging online presence, she brings together readers who love genre-bending adventures, irreverent characters, and worlds where magic and mischief collide.
Louise was born in the same hospital where George Orwell wrote 1984. When growing up in East Kilbride in the 80s, it was clear to see the legacy he left; there was a library on every corner and two nuclear bunkers. She went to Glasgow University and achieved a Master of Arts. She then joined the sensible corporate world of paper shuffling. For the last 25 years, her career has culminated in various promotions to the heady heights where she now tells stories for a living. She still shuffles paper, but virtually now, so that’s progress.
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Louise was born in the same hospital where George Orwell wrote 1984. When growing up in East Kilbride in the 80s, it was clear to see the legacy he left; there was a library on every corner and two nuclear bunkers. She went to Glasgow University and achieved a Master of Arts. She then joined the sensible corporate world of paper shuffling. For the last 25 years, her career has culminated in various promotions to the heady heights where she now tells stories for a living. She still shuffles paper, but virtually now, so that’s progress.
FREE Books:
Deviation Wandering Gods Free follow the link https://dl.bookfunnel.com/3znq1hk2fv
Darkness: Free follow the link https://dl.bookfunnel.com/9jfw8c5qdw
Follow Louise on Bluesky for updates about books, thoughts of the day and cats ... there will be posts about cats. https://bsky.app/profile/louisemclaug...
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January 25, 2026
egyptian gods on the rampage
Such a fun little story. I wonder if Seth has decided to spread his wings across the Atlantic Ocean in the five hundred years since he was interfering with Kings Richard and Edward. I would also like the recipe for his mischievous brew
Such a fun little story. I wonder if Seth has decided to spread his wings across the Atlantic Ocean in the five hundred years since he was interfering with Kings Richard and Edward. I would also like the recipe for his mischievous brew
March 16, 2026
Loved it
This prequel to Discovery was an entertaining journey with the three wandering Gods and their effect on certain events in history. Really made me laugh.
This prequel to Discovery was an entertaining journey with the three wandering Gods and their effect on certain events in history. Really made me laugh.
January 10, 2026
Very enjoyable (will have to find more from this author!)
Excellent short stories of "what *might* have happened" at certain points in history.
I especially liked the (sad) parallel between the statements of Richard of York and the attitudes of certain current "leaders". Hmmm ...
Excellent short stories of "what *might* have happened" at certain points in history.
I especially liked the (sad) parallel between the statements of Richard of York and the attitudes of certain current "leaders". Hmmm ...
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews