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Taliaschild
Six years after the mysterious talisman brought Queen Vina to Talia, it chooses a new owner in Sonna, a child of the streets. Unprotected by her amputee father and beaten by her mother for failing to bring home scraps for the family to eat, Sonna runs into the self-assured Kira, daughter and heir to Vina’s queendom.
Weary of endless rules and duties involved in training to become the future queen, Kira leaps at the chance to escape with a new friend. When she places the priceless talisman around Sonna’s neck, neither can remove the jewelry.
Alarmed at Kira losing the talisman’s protection, Vina and Talia take drastic steps to protect the princess. In the process, the entire earth descends into chaos.
Five years later, nineteen-year-old Sonna forages for two-day-old fish heads while dodging street pimps. The talisman leads her to the mysterious Nicodemus, who offers one command:
“Go to Kira. She needs you.”
Baffled, Sonna embarks on her journey. What can a pauper offer a spoiled princess? Will the street child end up surprising them all?
Weary of endless rules and duties involved in training to become the future queen, Kira leaps at the chance to escape with a new friend. When she places the priceless talisman around Sonna’s neck, neither can remove the jewelry.
Alarmed at Kira losing the talisman’s protection, Vina and Talia take drastic steps to protect the princess. In the process, the entire earth descends into chaos.
Five years later, nineteen-year-old Sonna forages for two-day-old fish heads while dodging street pimps. The talisman leads her to the mysterious Nicodemus, who offers one command:
“Go to Kira. She needs you.”
Baffled, Sonna embarks on her journey. What can a pauper offer a spoiled princess? Will the street child end up surprising them all?
56 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 17, 2015
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About the author
Anastasia Vitsky
36 books150 followersCookie queen, wooden spoon lady, and champion of carbs, Anastasia Vitsky specializes in F/F fiction. She hates shoes and is allergic to leather. When not writing about women who live spankily ever after, she coordinates reader and author events such as Spank or Treat, Love Spanks, and Sci Spanks. Her favorite event is Ana’s Advent Calendar, a month-long celebration of books, community, and making a difference.
She is too afraid to watch Doctor Who, but she adores The Good Wife and anything with Audrey Hepburn. In her next life, she will learn how to make the perfect pie crust. She can be found at governingana.wordpress.com and on twitter @AnastasiaVitsky.
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She is too afraid to watch Doctor Who, but she adores The Good Wife and anything with Audrey Hepburn. In her next life, she will learn how to make the perfect pie crust. She can be found at governingana.wordpress.com and on twitter @AnastasiaVitsky.
I love to hear from readers!
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November 15, 2025
Sapphic romantasy between rich princess and poor street urchin. I liked this story a lot more than Taliasman, less spanking mind you. In fact no spanking involved.
Aside from that, it's a fairytale rewritten: trials and adventure. To search and to save one's true love from the clutches of the evil ice queen. I enjoyed the overall story, nothing spectacular and doesn't have to be to merely enjoy the simple joys of the story.
Aside from that, it's a fairytale rewritten: trials and adventure. To search and to save one's true love from the clutches of the evil ice queen. I enjoyed the overall story, nothing spectacular and doesn't have to be to merely enjoy the simple joys of the story.
August 20, 2015
Taliaschild is the heartwarming story of Sonna, a poor girl, starving and living in dire circumstances, and Kira, princess of the throne of the realm of Heaven. The two girls meet once, which is when Kira gives the famous talisman to Sonna, and it takes another five years ere the talisman brings them together again, to fulfill an old prophecy.
The two main characters, Sonna and Kira, are as different as can be. Sonna is poor, ever since her father died she virtually cares for herself, is determined, intelligent but never had a chance in life. Her circumstances in life are heartrending and one reason why Sonna never gave up her humaneness must have been her intense encounter with Kira. She is a princess, cared for, well educated, spoiled and doesn’t really understand what it means to carry responsibility. These two are bound together by fate. They never forgot each other, and this is when ambitious Merda appears. I am not going to give away more, instead I recommend you read the book. It is wonderful.
The plot develops swiftly, and due to the old prophecy, there is this sort of urgency woven into parts of the plot. In addition I experienced a kind of immediateness, which was due to the first person point of view used. I think the reason why this worked so wonderfully for me was that the author let Sonna and Kira express a certain kind of longing for each other. Especially with Sonna this urge to find Kira becomes stronger, even if she cannot give the power behind it a name at first. Then again, there are important moments which feel as if time was standing still for Sonna and Kira, maybe like a snapshot. I completely went for these moments, oh, especially towards the end of the story. Yummy.
I loved this story. I enjoyed the original fairy tale of the Snow Queen as a child, so reading Taliaschild was something I was really looking forward to. And the effortlessness (and ‘freshness’) with which Anastasia Vitsky turned this into such a new and wonderful tale, without losing the original motif, is amazing.
You don’t need Taliasman to get right into the plot of Taliaschild, though the first book is one that I also enjoyed a lot.
So, if you like the Snow Queen motif, in a very different, rather dusted off version, f/f stories, two young women discovering their first love, and a little bit of spanking then this is definitely a book for you! 5 stars.
The two main characters, Sonna and Kira, are as different as can be. Sonna is poor, ever since her father died she virtually cares for herself, is determined, intelligent but never had a chance in life. Her circumstances in life are heartrending and one reason why Sonna never gave up her humaneness must have been her intense encounter with Kira. She is a princess, cared for, well educated, spoiled and doesn’t really understand what it means to carry responsibility. These two are bound together by fate. They never forgot each other, and this is when ambitious Merda appears. I am not going to give away more, instead I recommend you read the book. It is wonderful.
The plot develops swiftly, and due to the old prophecy, there is this sort of urgency woven into parts of the plot. In addition I experienced a kind of immediateness, which was due to the first person point of view used. I think the reason why this worked so wonderfully for me was that the author let Sonna and Kira express a certain kind of longing for each other. Especially with Sonna this urge to find Kira becomes stronger, even if she cannot give the power behind it a name at first. Then again, there are important moments which feel as if time was standing still for Sonna and Kira, maybe like a snapshot. I completely went for these moments, oh, especially towards the end of the story. Yummy.
I loved this story. I enjoyed the original fairy tale of the Snow Queen as a child, so reading Taliaschild was something I was really looking forward to. And the effortlessness (and ‘freshness’) with which Anastasia Vitsky turned this into such a new and wonderful tale, without losing the original motif, is amazing.
You don’t need Taliasman to get right into the plot of Taliaschild, though the first book is one that I also enjoyed a lot.
So, if you like the Snow Queen motif, in a very different, rather dusted off version, f/f stories, two young women discovering their first love, and a little bit of spanking then this is definitely a book for you! 5 stars.
August 19, 2015
Another thought provoking, wonderfully written book by Anastasia Vitsky! It came as no surprise that I was drawn in from page one and read it straight through. This is an adaptation of a fairy tale, a more grown up version let's say, and what a fun read! I could sympathize with Kira but it's Sonna who will surprise everyone with her courage when it's most needed. A fantastic book and I am, once again, in awe of Ms. Vitsky's abilities with the written word. Very nicely done!
August 20, 2015
Another perfect gem from Ms. Vitsky, I devoured Taliaschild in one sitting.
I'm finding that to be the norm when it comes to anything written by this author. Taliaschild is a sequel to Taliasman as we follow the journey of a magical Talisman originally handed down from Nicodemus to Vina, who places it around Talia's neck. You'll have to read Taliasman to find out what happens because I don't want to give anything away.
Taliaschild begins six years later, when we meet Kira, daughter to Queen Vina and Talia.
Kira has been raised with anything and everything a girl could want, yet she grows restless and bored with her perfect life and sneaks away, longing for a bit of freedom. She finds more than she could have imagined when she meets Sonna, a poor street urchin, who spends most of her time scavenging for scraps of food for her family. If she's lucky enough to find something to eat, Sonna is able to avoid yet another beating from her Mother.
Drawn to a mud-covered Sonna, Kira spends a day with her, seeing another side to the world, where fighting for a fish-head can mean the difference between nourishment and starvation, between praise and a beating.
Kira places her handed down Talisman around Sonna's neck only to find it stuck there. Unable to remove it, Kira leaves the Talisman with Sonna and returns home to continue her training for the day she becomes Queen.
Based on The Snow Queen, we revisit some familiar characters from Taliasman, and learn more about Merda, a character who cries out loudly for her own story.
This reader is hoping we get another book, as these characters have dug themselves a place in my heart, and in all honesty, the only thing I can complain about is the fact that the book ended.
I love everything about Anastasia Vitsky's writing, I can truly say she is my favorite author, as long as Ms. Vitsky's name is on a book, I immediately buy it, knowing I'm in for another wonderful read.
I'm finding that to be the norm when it comes to anything written by this author. Taliaschild is a sequel to Taliasman as we follow the journey of a magical Talisman originally handed down from Nicodemus to Vina, who places it around Talia's neck. You'll have to read Taliasman to find out what happens because I don't want to give anything away.
Taliaschild begins six years later, when we meet Kira, daughter to Queen Vina and Talia.
Kira has been raised with anything and everything a girl could want, yet she grows restless and bored with her perfect life and sneaks away, longing for a bit of freedom. She finds more than she could have imagined when she meets Sonna, a poor street urchin, who spends most of her time scavenging for scraps of food for her family. If she's lucky enough to find something to eat, Sonna is able to avoid yet another beating from her Mother.
Drawn to a mud-covered Sonna, Kira spends a day with her, seeing another side to the world, where fighting for a fish-head can mean the difference between nourishment and starvation, between praise and a beating.
Kira places her handed down Talisman around Sonna's neck only to find it stuck there. Unable to remove it, Kira leaves the Talisman with Sonna and returns home to continue her training for the day she becomes Queen.
Based on The Snow Queen, we revisit some familiar characters from Taliasman, and learn more about Merda, a character who cries out loudly for her own story.
This reader is hoping we get another book, as these characters have dug themselves a place in my heart, and in all honesty, the only thing I can complain about is the fact that the book ended.
I love everything about Anastasia Vitsky's writing, I can truly say she is my favorite author, as long as Ms. Vitsky's name is on a book, I immediately buy it, knowing I'm in for another wonderful read.
September 1, 2015
Talischild would be worth reading for the Prologue alone, which is poetry masquerading as prose and which showcases the heights to which Anastasia Vitsky’s writing can soar. But the story is so much more than that.
A sequal to Taliasman, Taliaschild give us Sonna and Kira, two young girls raised in surroundings that couldn’t be more different. Sonna is strong and resourceful, but living in terrible circumstances that make it nearly impossible for her to become who she could be. Kira lives a life of privilege that she considers, at least in some way, to be a terrible circumstance, and isn’t sure she can or should becomes who she’s expected to be. But with the help of a magic necklace – and a timely spanking – they not only connect with each other but also connect with their destiny.
Taliaschild is short, but there is substance contained in its not-too-many pages. Ana continues to impress with her ability to create believable worlds and fully-formed characters whose behavior is true to who they are. I was fully engaged in Sonna and Kira's story, and wished it could have continued on for many more pages.
A sequal to Taliasman, Taliaschild give us Sonna and Kira, two young girls raised in surroundings that couldn’t be more different. Sonna is strong and resourceful, but living in terrible circumstances that make it nearly impossible for her to become who she could be. Kira lives a life of privilege that she considers, at least in some way, to be a terrible circumstance, and isn’t sure she can or should becomes who she’s expected to be. But with the help of a magic necklace – and a timely spanking – they not only connect with each other but also connect with their destiny.
Taliaschild is short, but there is substance contained in its not-too-many pages. Ana continues to impress with her ability to create believable worlds and fully-formed characters whose behavior is true to who they are. I was fully engaged in Sonna and Kira's story, and wished it could have continued on for many more pages.
August 30, 2015
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Taliaschild was an absolute pleasure to read. Even thought it is the second book in the storyline it developed its own unique charm, which prevented it from feeling like ‘just a sequel’.
Even though it was an extremely character driven read, Taliaschild was able to develop a livelier and more adventurous feel than its predecessor which made me love it even more than the first book. The two lovely heroines of this story proved themselves to be utterly likeable and very relatable to anyone who has even been a teenager. The pair’s connection felt true, even despite their short acquaintance and I thoroughly enjoyed following their journey. I was very happy to see them come out on top in the end.
I highly recommend Taliaschild for anyone who thinks fairytale inspired romance would be up their alley.
Taliaschild was an absolute pleasure to read. Even thought it is the second book in the storyline it developed its own unique charm, which prevented it from feeling like ‘just a sequel’.
Even though it was an extremely character driven read, Taliaschild was able to develop a livelier and more adventurous feel than its predecessor which made me love it even more than the first book. The two lovely heroines of this story proved themselves to be utterly likeable and very relatable to anyone who has even been a teenager. The pair’s connection felt true, even despite their short acquaintance and I thoroughly enjoyed following their journey. I was very happy to see them come out on top in the end.
I highly recommend Taliaschild for anyone who thinks fairytale inspired romance would be up their alley.
August 20, 2015
Absolutely loved it!
Yes, this is another excellent fairytale by Anastasia. This time the story of two young women, Kira and Sonna. Two unique young women, two opposites, from completely different backgrounds. One lives in poverty and feels very unworthy. The other is a
spoiled and stubborn one. At the beginning I had mix feelings for Kira but during the story I feel sympathy for her. Sonna however, is my favorite character. Strong, with a lot of willpower and courage. Her daily fight for survival and with a mother who constantly belittles her. You will fall in love with Sonna. This is an incredible fairytale with magical forces, a little bit spanking and some sweet innocent moments of intimacy. I really really enjoyed it. Don't miss this sequel to Taliasman! It is well worth reading.
Yes, this is another excellent fairytale by Anastasia. This time the story of two young women, Kira and Sonna. Two unique young women, two opposites, from completely different backgrounds. One lives in poverty and feels very unworthy. The other is a
spoiled and stubborn one. At the beginning I had mix feelings for Kira but during the story I feel sympathy for her. Sonna however, is my favorite character. Strong, with a lot of willpower and courage. Her daily fight for survival and with a mother who constantly belittles her. You will fall in love with Sonna. This is an incredible fairytale with magical forces, a little bit spanking and some sweet innocent moments of intimacy. I really really enjoyed it. Don't miss this sequel to Taliasman! It is well worth reading.
August 20, 2015
The latest release by Anastasia Vitsky, Talia'sChild, is an interesting look into the life of Princess Kira and her unlikely relationship with a young poverty entrenched girl from the community named Sonna. Kira is spoiled but has a desire to be out in the world and not just constantly behind palace doors. Fate brings the two young girls together and their journey takes us on many twists and turns. Queen Vina fights to bring peace to the palace once again but Merda has other sinister plans for Princess Kira.
Historical settings and accuracy are always things I look for in period pieces such as this. I appreciate the work Ms Vitsky does to ensure details are accurate. Character development is deep and I found myself wishing the story was longer! This is another excellent novel to add to your collection!
Historical settings and accuracy are always things I look for in period pieces such as this. I appreciate the work Ms Vitsky does to ensure details are accurate. Character development is deep and I found myself wishing the story was longer! This is another excellent novel to add to your collection!
August 31, 2015
A lovely sequel to Taliaman! This story would be a great read on its own, but I stopped reading a bit of the way through to re-read Taliasman. Kira had everything while Sonna had nothing, and the talisman brings them together. It's an adult fairy tale and takes you deep into a magical world of interaction between heaven and earth. Taliasman and Taliaschild are so different than all of the author's other works but still so true to her writing style of incredibly deep character development, emotional conflict, redemption and forgiveness.
September 2, 2015
This is an excellent sequel and I liked it even more than the first book, Taliasman. Taliaschild is a standalone story but it's helpful to read the first book.
There's some allusion to Frozen here which the author notes prior to starting her story but the story feels original, overall.
There's really great character building here and even the minor parts are given depth. The story flows and is completely engaging. Really well done and recommend.
There's some allusion to Frozen here which the author notes prior to starting her story but the story feels original, overall.
There's really great character building here and even the minor parts are given depth. The story flows and is completely engaging. Really well done and recommend.
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March 4, 2016I really don't know what to make of this one. It was occasionally kind of confusing, I'm not sure where or when it's supposed to take place, and I could have used more at the ending. I liked the Taliasman a lot more, and I'm wondering if this one is just not for me. I'm not rating it because I seriously have no idea how many stars to give it.
August 27, 2015
This was a great story. I did not want to put it down. As usual the author invites the reader to think through the story. It is a lovely story of learning what is important in life. It is a great interpretation of a well known fairytale.
September 29, 2015
3 Heart Review by Kat
I have struggled with this particular review. Although I did enjoy getting to revisit Vina and Talia, I believe that I was completely taken off guard by how spoiled their daughter Kira, future heir to the throne, was. Her complete lack of respect and her inexcusable behavior, at times, especially towards Azra was unexpected and appalling.
I have come to realize that I am not a good reader of Fantasy. I am a realist, pure and simple, and have great difficulty in imaging fantasy worlds. I was confused by the change in time periods, jumping back and forth, and going to new worlds. I loved poor Sonna and wanted to grab her up and protect her. She reminded me of Talia and that endeared her to me more. I did enjoy the times when they were in a scene but then the story randomly changed to a new time or location and I was confused.
Ms. Vitsky mentioned the chance at a third book to explain Merda. I think it might help it to become clearer for me.
I was again pleased that there were not the gratuitous sex scenes littered amongst the story but only the one sweet moment. I think that it would have detracted from the story to have included them. I plan on reading the next book to see if many of my questions are answered that I feel were left hanging. Talisman had an ending that had me wanting more but was pleasantly complete if it hadn’t had a sequel. I do believe this book ended in a bit of a cliffhanger, even if the author didn’t intend it that way. I just need more of Merda’s story to find closure I believe.
I am happy that I have pushed myself to reach outside my comfort zone to newer types of books for me and am glad that I chose this series to “teeth” on. I will be reading more of Anastasia Vitsky’s books, as she has opened an entirely new genre to me, F/F romance.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
I have struggled with this particular review. Although I did enjoy getting to revisit Vina and Talia, I believe that I was completely taken off guard by how spoiled their daughter Kira, future heir to the throne, was. Her complete lack of respect and her inexcusable behavior, at times, especially towards Azra was unexpected and appalling.
I have come to realize that I am not a good reader of Fantasy. I am a realist, pure and simple, and have great difficulty in imaging fantasy worlds. I was confused by the change in time periods, jumping back and forth, and going to new worlds. I loved poor Sonna and wanted to grab her up and protect her. She reminded me of Talia and that endeared her to me more. I did enjoy the times when they were in a scene but then the story randomly changed to a new time or location and I was confused.
Ms. Vitsky mentioned the chance at a third book to explain Merda. I think it might help it to become clearer for me.
I was again pleased that there were not the gratuitous sex scenes littered amongst the story but only the one sweet moment. I think that it would have detracted from the story to have included them. I plan on reading the next book to see if many of my questions are answered that I feel were left hanging. Talisman had an ending that had me wanting more but was pleasantly complete if it hadn’t had a sequel. I do believe this book ended in a bit of a cliffhanger, even if the author didn’t intend it that way. I just need more of Merda’s story to find closure I believe.
I am happy that I have pushed myself to reach outside my comfort zone to newer types of books for me and am glad that I chose this series to “teeth” on. I will be reading more of Anastasia Vitsky’s books, as she has opened an entirely new genre to me, F/F romance.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
September 5, 2015
Sonna having grown up poor, never having enough to eat. Being sent out to find food and when she didn't return home with any her mother beat her. Kira grew up having it all, a loving family, food when she wanted it, an education and clean clothes. When Kira meets Sonna on the street, she shows her a whole new way of life. Kira placing the talisman around Sonna's neck never thought it wouldn't be able to be removed.
Great story, an adaptation of the Snow Queen. Kira isn't always the most likeable character. She is spoiled and constantly companies about her life. You feel sorry for Sonna in the beginning, but as the book continues you find she is the one with the courage and fortitude to do what needs to be done. When she needs to step up, she does it without hesitation. Reviewer for Paranormal Romance and Authors That Rock.
Great story, an adaptation of the Snow Queen. Kira isn't always the most likeable character. She is spoiled and constantly companies about her life. You feel sorry for Sonna in the beginning, but as the book continues you find she is the one with the courage and fortitude to do what needs to be done. When she needs to step up, she does it without hesitation. Reviewer for Paranormal Romance and Authors That Rock.
September 26, 2015
There were some parts in the early sections of this book that left me feeling confused but I have since chalked that up to having not read Taliasman. Once I gained a grasp on the characters and their relationships to each other it flowed well and kept my interest. The twists and turns in the plot held my attention and the characters seemed well put together and properly developed. I fully intend to read Taliasman in the near future to give me a better understanding of this storyline and I would recommend other readers pick up that book first.
Overall this book was well planned, detailed, well written and made me want more from the characters in the future!
I was given this book in return for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
Overall this book was well planned, detailed, well written and made me want more from the characters in the future!
I was given this book in return for an honest review by Inked Rainbow Reads.
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