Somnus and the March Hare

by Ashley Capes

Michael cannot sleep and it's ruining his life - but when the March Hare pops out of a picture book and offers to help him cut a deal with Somnus, the Roman God of Sleep, Michael has no choice but to accept.

A short story set in Australia for fans of magic-realism and contemporary fantasy.

21 pages, ebook

First published February 10, 2016

About the author

Ashley is a poet, novelist and ex-teacher living in Australia.

He taught English, Media and Music Production, played in a metal band, worked in an art gallery and slaved away at music retail. (For a few years, he was also a legal secretary).

Aside from reading and writing, Ashley loves volleyball, Studio Ghibli and Magnum PI.

See poetry and fiction at http://ashleycapes.com/

Reviews

[Veronica ⭐️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve really come to enjoy Ashley Capes’ quirky style of writing!

A despondent Michael, floundering after the death of his wife, does a deal with Somnus, the God of sleep.

Somnus and the March Hare is a weird and wonderful short story with quirky characters, filled with magical realism and written in Ashley Capes’ unique style.

I would have liked a bit more background on Michael’s circumstances.

With my thanks to the author for my copy to read and review.

[Ulla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliantly written story, great setting and atmosphere, surprising and pleasant. It saved my evening, a good read to chill out.
The March Hare from Alice in Wonderland comes alive, and his behaviour is described very convincingly and fit to his origins.
Somnus is depicted in a way that makes me want to meet him. Have a good night.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

What an intriguing story! I'm only sorry it ended so quickly. I loved Ashley Capes’ unique take on magical realism and the contemporary Australian setting.

[Ashley Capes]

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