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Mythologically Torqued Anthology Volume II
Mythology, whether classic or modern, has always taken readers on a magical ride. Mythologically Torqured, volume 2, takes those tales from days of old, or more recent history, and places a unique spin on the beloved lore. The gods of Olympus make appearances, as do deities from Japanese, Native American, and other belief systems. With rampant sexual desires, these gods manage to slake their thirst for passions of the flesh in a rather untraditional manner... if the oral traditions passed down from generation-to-generation were at all accurate. These eighteen stories are penned by both seasoned scribes and new authors; the anthology provides readers with the perfect opportunity to explore offerings from their favorite storytellers as well as find a new favorite or two. And, a unique perspective on the stories we enjoyed-or were forced down our throats at the hands of a sadistic English teacher or two-in our youth. Containing M/M and F/F as well as Trans stories from authors Adrik Kemp, Alex Cohen, B.A. Tortuga, Corrine A. Silver, Darren Endymion, Drea Silvertooth, John Amory, Lazuli Jones, Logan Zachary, Lynn Townsend, Madeline Moore, Moxie Marcus, Natasja Hellenthal, Rhidian Brenig Jones, R.R. Jones, Veronica Sloane, and Yolande Kleinn, Mythologically Torqued, volume 2 is sure to have something for every penchant.
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298 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 19, 2015
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B.A. Tortuga
381 books627 followersTexan to the bone and an unrepentant Daddy's Girl, BA Tortuga spends her days with her hounds and her beloved wife, texting her grandbabies, and eating Mexican food. When she's not doing that, she's writing. She spends her days off watching rodeo, knitting, and surfing Pinterest in the name of research. Following their own personal joys, BA and Julia heard the call of the high desert and they now live in the New Mexico mountains. BA's personal saviors include her wife, her best friends, and coffee. Lots of coffee. Really good coffee.
Having written everything from fist-fighting rednecks to cowboy daddies to werewolves, BA does her damnedest to tell the stories of her heart, which is committed to giving everyone their happily ever after. With books ranging from hard-hitting BDSM, to fiery passions, to the most traditional of love stories, BA refuses to be pigeon-holed by anyone but the voices in her head.
Having written everything from fist-fighting rednecks to cowboy daddies to werewolves, BA does her damnedest to tell the stories of her heart, which is committed to giving everyone their happily ever after. With books ranging from hard-hitting BDSM, to fiery passions, to the most traditional of love stories, BA refuses to be pigeon-holed by anyone but the voices in her head.
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August 20, 2015
"Fallen Stars" is a twist on a Native American Tsimshian myth that originally attempted to explain the reason for the variability of color in the stars.
In Hellenthal’s version, two women take the lead roles and the story becomes one about self-love and tribal acceptance, or non-acceptance as the case may be. Iras is a strong character that lives by her own truth when she is taken captive by a Starman and is then turned into a warning for her tribe of what happens to a strong-willed woman that breaks from tradition. Aponi, a brave heart from a separate tribe, is the warrior that saves her.
I liked both characters, especially Aponi, and another character we’re introduced to who is an ornery wise woman. Hellenthal keeps elements of the original myth in place while lending power to the female characters and ultimately moving the two leads into a F/F relationship.
I like that the author borrowed from a Native American tale, keeping much of the original style intact while bringing in plenty of creativity to make the story fresh. Well done and recommend.
*****
Disclaimer: I received a preview of the short story "Fallen Stars" for an honest review.
In Hellenthal’s version, two women take the lead roles and the story becomes one about self-love and tribal acceptance, or non-acceptance as the case may be. Iras is a strong character that lives by her own truth when she is taken captive by a Starman and is then turned into a warning for her tribe of what happens to a strong-willed woman that breaks from tradition. Aponi, a brave heart from a separate tribe, is the warrior that saves her.
I liked both characters, especially Aponi, and another character we’re introduced to who is an ornery wise woman. Hellenthal keeps elements of the original myth in place while lending power to the female characters and ultimately moving the two leads into a F/F relationship.
I like that the author borrowed from a Native American tale, keeping much of the original style intact while bringing in plenty of creativity to make the story fresh. Well done and recommend.
*****
Disclaimer: I received a preview of the short story "Fallen Stars" for an honest review.
November 1, 2015
This anthology runs hot and cold. It's good there's a mix of m/m and f/f, but there too many stories included, some of them poor attempts. Some of them, though, are gems. I've plucked a few diamonds to review.
The Altar of the Fox, Em Anthony
This was my favorite story in the anthology. Cam, our hero, worships a fox god, which leads him to a life of devotion, danger, and ostracism. It's a harrowing love story, carried by a compelling first person voice. There's perspective on How Gods Work, and what this means for man and the heavens. It's pretty fraught. I read it all at once, unable to let it go.
A Selkie's Kiss, Drea Silvertooth
The selkie's story is deceptively simple. Girl falls for seal, who turns out to be a girl. Something gets stolen. There are family conflicts. The girls make love in the sand. But upon re-reading it twice for the review, I found secrets in the words. Layers of meaning and character that are underneath the plot. For those who don't know the selkie's story, this will be a revelation. For those that do, this is a lovely, immersive experience. I can taste the sea.
The Ballad of Daphne and Leucippos, Alex Cohen
Daphne has a problem. Apollo is in love with her, but she's a hunter of Artemis. She lives for the forest and the women, especially Leua, who has a mysterious secret, but pursues Daphne with a pure heart. Apollo cannot be sated. But this is an older time, a mythological time, and the Gods are everywhere in the forest, in the river, and they sky. This story has something to say about irony and Greek tragedy. I appreciated the message.
The Gift of the Hunter, Rhidian Brenig Jones
"I am the blood of the hunt and the green barley shoot. I am the quickening of loins and the seed that is sown. I am the summer of the ripening harvest." Thus says the hunter, a Celtic stag/man. He's incredibly beautiful and erotic, and he offers one night of passion to an ordinary man, if the man will worship him. It's totally worth it. The writing is evocative, raw, and poetic.
Ori and Rys, by Moxie Marcus
This is a modern day story of Orpheus. He's a rock star. He comes off very well. This is also a story about Hell. It's very cool, a bit harrowing, and a fun read. At the end I sighed a contented sigh. This seems to be Moxie Marcus's only available work. I don't know what that's about. Get writing!
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated.
~ Christy
The Altar of the Fox, Em Anthony
This was my favorite story in the anthology. Cam, our hero, worships a fox god, which leads him to a life of devotion, danger, and ostracism. It's a harrowing love story, carried by a compelling first person voice. There's perspective on How Gods Work, and what this means for man and the heavens. It's pretty fraught. I read it all at once, unable to let it go.
A Selkie's Kiss, Drea Silvertooth
The selkie's story is deceptively simple. Girl falls for seal, who turns out to be a girl. Something gets stolen. There are family conflicts. The girls make love in the sand. But upon re-reading it twice for the review, I found secrets in the words. Layers of meaning and character that are underneath the plot. For those who don't know the selkie's story, this will be a revelation. For those that do, this is a lovely, immersive experience. I can taste the sea.
The Ballad of Daphne and Leucippos, Alex Cohen
Daphne has a problem. Apollo is in love with her, but she's a hunter of Artemis. She lives for the forest and the women, especially Leua, who has a mysterious secret, but pursues Daphne with a pure heart. Apollo cannot be sated. But this is an older time, a mythological time, and the Gods are everywhere in the forest, in the river, and they sky. This story has something to say about irony and Greek tragedy. I appreciated the message.
The Gift of the Hunter, Rhidian Brenig Jones
"I am the blood of the hunt and the green barley shoot. I am the quickening of loins and the seed that is sown. I am the summer of the ripening harvest." Thus says the hunter, a Celtic stag/man. He's incredibly beautiful and erotic, and he offers one night of passion to an ordinary man, if the man will worship him. It's totally worth it. The writing is evocative, raw, and poetic.
Ori and Rys, by Moxie Marcus
This is a modern day story of Orpheus. He's a rock star. He comes off very well. This is also a story about Hell. It's very cool, a bit harrowing, and a fun read. At the end I sighed a contented sigh. This seems to be Moxie Marcus's only available work. I don't know what that's about. Get writing!
I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated.
~ Christy
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