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A year ago, Jace was a slave. A gladiator.
Now he has found a home with the only three people who have ever treated him with kindness.
After his first visit to town goes just as disastrously as expected, he seeks solace in the woods, where he discovers a wounded wolf pup. The merciful thing would be to put her out of her misery. However, his desire to help her is stronger. Could he possibly save her in her condition? Would Elôm even care to help if Jace were to ask Him?
(6,500 words. Available for free to subscribers of Jaye L. Knight's emailing list. Will be available in paperback as well.)
Now he has found a home with the only three people who have ever treated him with kindness.
After his first visit to town goes just as disastrously as expected, he seeks solace in the woods, where he discovers a wounded wolf pup. The merciful thing would be to put her out of her misery. However, his desire to help her is stronger. Could he possibly save her in her condition? Would Elôm even care to help if Jace were to ask Him?
(6,500 words. Available for free to subscribers of Jaye L. Knight's emailing list. Will be available in paperback as well.)
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Published January 1, 2017
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Jaye L. Knight
11 books777 followersJaye L. Knight is a hopeless romantic with an active imagination and an AuDHD brain that fuels her stories with twists, adventure, and heart. She weaves tales of faith, courage, happily-ever-afters, and the power of God’s love to light the way even in the deepest darkness. When she’s not crafting fantasy, she dabbles in contemporary romance as Jaye Elliot.
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August 22, 2017
Oh my word. Oh my word. Baby Tyra was SSSOOOO sweet!! <3 And JACE. And RAYAD. *squeals* *huggles all her li'l character friends*
September 3, 2017
Review to come!
August 23, 2017
Definitely felt some good old nostalgia reading this!
This short story fills in a gap between Half-Blood and Resistance. As a fan of the Ilyon Chronicles, I enjoyed reading it. I really like Kalli and you get to see Rebekah and Jace meeting. I didn't feel like I was learning anything new but I still liked seeing how some things actually happened.
If you started this series by reading Half-Blood, (as opposed to Resistance), you should read Tyra next, then Resistance.
This short story fills in a gap between Half-Blood and Resistance. As a fan of the Ilyon Chronicles, I enjoyed reading it. I really like Kalli and you get to see Rebekah and Jace meeting. I didn't feel like I was learning anything new but I still liked seeing how some things actually happened.
If you started this series by reading Half-Blood, (as opposed to Resistance), you should read Tyra next, then Resistance.
June 5, 2024
A cute yet raw short story set between Half-Blood and Resistance that shows more of Jace’s progression towards faith and healing and just highlights what a kind young man he is and how DARE people call him a monster, the horrible jerks!!! 😡🔥
And Trudy the cow is such a realistic animal it’s hilarious—as a farmgirl I appreciate how accurate she is. 😂
‼️Content‼️
Violence: an injured wolf pup (not detailed); injuries and blood (not detailed)
And Trudy the cow is such a realistic animal it’s hilarious—as a farmgirl I appreciate how accurate she is. 😂
‼️Content‼️
Violence: an injured wolf pup (not detailed); injuries and blood (not detailed)
December 26, 2018
This is a fun short story about Tyra, a black wolf! I decided to read it before I start Resistance, which may or may not have been a good idea. Lol. I do feel like now that I know Tyra's backstory, it will help me when I read about her later.
Totally recommend!
Totally recommend!
February 21, 2024
Adorable origin story
August 28, 2017
This is an adorable little short story. I read it in one sitting. No, it isn't as long or in depth as the full Ilyon Chronicles books (it can't. It's a short story). No, you don't learn a lot new about the characters. But, it gives a glimpse into Jace as he is in transition in that time between Rayad freeing him and the events in Resistance. This is a short story about Jace slowly healing. Slowly feeling like he is finding a home.
Baby Tyra is adorable. :) I just want to hug her.
Baby Tyra is adorable. :) I just want to hug her.
August 23, 2017
So satisfying! 💖💖
August 22, 2017
Sweet little short story that fills in Tyra's 'backstory'! Fun!
August 24, 2017
Sweet short story to go with the Ilyon Cronicles about how Jace got Tyra. Also there were some good glimpses of characters from the first book.
January 30, 2024
Awww! This was such a sweet short story!
Characters:
Jace is just as sweet and relatable as always!
Rebekah is such a dear!
Aldor and Kalli are the sweetest!
Rayad is the best!
And puppy Tyra was blooming adorable!
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This was adorable! Sweet and fit perfectly into the timeline of the series! I enjoyed it so much!
Characters:
Jace is just as sweet and relatable as always!
Rebekah is such a dear!
Aldor and Kalli are the sweetest!
Rayad is the best!
And puppy Tyra was blooming adorable!
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This was adorable! Sweet and fit perfectly into the timeline of the series! I enjoyed it so much!
August 29, 2017
So good. I love everything Ilyon. 😊
May 31, 2024
How Jace ever saw himself as a monster is so baffling when the reader sees him interacting with weaker people or with animals.
January 5, 2018
Awww! This was precious! It was SO good to see dear Jace again, and a lot of fun learning sweet Tyra's backstory. I loved it!
August 22, 2017
What a sweet yet deep story. Everything is deep: the feelings, the struggles, the pain, the hurt, the rejection, the daily farm life, the thoughts in Jace's heart. I loved the references to Jace's past, the picture of his life during this short but restful period, and, of course, poor little Tyra. I would have liked to see a bit more of her (the Tyra on the cover as well as small Tyra!), but this is Jace's story, and a very important one at that.
One question I had while reading: why were Jace's friends so forward in convincing him to go to town? Even if Jace was ready for town, the town certainly wasn't ready for Jace. Couldn't Aldor pave the way in town and tell his friends about Jace before bringing Jace?
I loved Jace's growth even through this short story - and the glimpses of the farm, and the tenderness of the character interactions. Five stars!
One question I had while reading: why were Jace's friends so forward in convincing him to go to town? Even if Jace was ready for town, the town certainly wasn't ready for Jace. Couldn't Aldor pave the way in town and tell his friends about Jace before bringing Jace?
I loved Jace's growth even through this short story - and the glimpses of the farm, and the tenderness of the character interactions. Five stars!
December 25, 2017
Short and sweet. :) Also, it's the smallest, cutest little indie-paperback that I have ever held. ^_^
I recommend reading it after Resistance and Half-Blood, but you could read it any time really.
Jace feels so young. :O Which I guess means Jaye is doing well with him going from seventeen or so, to wherever in his twenties he is in Exiles (which I just read before this).
Tyra is so cute!! Loved Jace's answered prayer. :)
I recommend reading it after Resistance and Half-Blood, but you could read it any time really.
Jace feels so young. :O Which I guess means Jaye is doing well with him going from seventeen or so, to wherever in his twenties he is in Exiles (which I just read before this).
Tyra is so cute!! Loved Jace's answered prayer. :)
September 4, 2017
Fun backstory on Jace and how he meets everyone's favorite black wolf. ;) Obviously a must read for any Ilyon fans. Loved it!
October 31, 2017
Nice little short story that, I assume, gives some background on characters from The Ilyon Chronicles (which I haven't read yet). It was well written and so quick/easy to read that I read it in about an hour and therefore didn't bother marking it as Currently Reading. I like the author's style and look forward to someday checking out the larger series.
No content issues to mention.
Worldviews: There is an analog for the Christian God in this world whom the characters call, "Elôm". Some of the characters pray. The Ilyon Chronicles series is Christian Fiction.
No content issues to mention.
Worldviews: There is an analog for the Christian God in this world whom the characters call, "Elôm". Some of the characters pray. The Ilyon Chronicles series is Christian Fiction.
February 24, 2023
This was such a sweet little story! I loved seeing Jace bond with Tyra, and the parallels between how society viewed both of them. The bit in town made me sad, except for Rebekah--I love that girl so much! <3 Loved watching Jace with the farm animals. Still love Kalli and Aldor, and Rayad, of course. Especially love these fragile moments of peace before...everything. 3
Content--mentions of a wounded animal; threats of a fight; slurs and insults; mention of suicidal thoughts in the past
Content--mentions of a wounded animal; threats of a fight; slurs and insults; mention of suicidal thoughts in the past
January 4, 2019
Loved this short story about Jace's wolf pet, Tyra. :)
August 22, 2017
Very sweet little short story for fans of Jace! And Tyra of course.... ;)
December 3, 2019
This is a sweet, little story of our precious little wolf Trya and how Jace found her. Really appreciate the back story of this. Trya is a black wolf pup considered bad luck because of her color (but is the most precious, beautiful, kindest creature ever). Jace and her bond after Jace finds her injured in the woods.
And the COVER!!! BLUE AND A WOLF!!! I LOVE IT!!!
Content in Book:
1. A cow giving birth (nondescriptive).
2. Bullies.
3.
4. Racism.
Who I Would Recommend This Book Too:
Those who have first read Resistance. You won't get much out of this book if you haven't first read the book which started it all.
Those who want to read a kingdom adventure novel. Those who want to read a thought-provoking story.
And the COVER!!! BLUE AND A WOLF!!! I LOVE IT!!!
Content in Book:
1. A cow giving birth (nondescriptive).
2. Bullies.
3.
4. Racism.
Who I Would Recommend This Book Too:
Those who have first read Resistance. You won't get much out of this book if you haven't first read the book which started it all.
Those who want to read a kingdom adventure novel. Those who want to read a thought-provoking story.
January 1, 2024
Reread 2023
(3.7)
This is cute! We get to see the start of Jace's growth and Tyra comes. I do believe the title is slightly misleading, as Tyra is there for less than half of the story (the paperback is 26 pages, so it's more noticable than a longer story).
Recommended 10+ for mentions of past abuse.
(3.7)
This is cute! We get to see the start of Jace's growth and Tyra comes. I do believe the title is slightly misleading, as Tyra is there for less than half of the story (the paperback is 26 pages, so it's more noticable than a longer story).
Recommended 10+ for mentions of past abuse.
April 30, 2018
Always love the chance to hang out with Jace a little extra. Another great snippit of his backstory.
July 18, 2025
(cries and hugs Jace)
January 17, 2018
As a lover of favorite characters' backstories, this is an awesome addition to the Ilyon world.
(After a reread and in the paperback version)
This is the tiniest book that I own, I think. XD But it's a big punch to the feels and much adorableness in a tiny package, and the cover is absolutely amazing.
(After a reread and in the paperback version)
This is the tiniest book that I own, I think. XD But it's a big punch to the feels and much adorableness in a tiny package, and the cover is absolutely amazing.
August 27, 2023
This was the third time I've read this short story and I've forgotten how precious it is! I don't even like wolves, but Tyra is too cute for words.
November 23, 2023
Sweet and heartwarming. I'm excited to read more about Jace's story in Resistance!
April 24, 2018
This would probably be more interesting had I read the actual series. As it was, it was well-written and engaged me, despite the fact that there wasn't really a central plot. With a 19-page short story, one doesn't have much time, nor purpose, to develop Jace's distaste for going to town and the prejudices of the people. I suppose Rebekah has a future purpose, and so this introduction has a general purpose, but the future implications don't make this a credible story. There was no common thread tying the story together; it kind of just jumped from place to place.
Though the plot wasn't much to speak of, the characters were endearing. I was able to keep the few characters separate in my mind, despite the unfamiliar names. That is, after I figured out who was female and who was male, which is not exactly obvious with their names. (Just one minor reason fantasy is not my favorite genre ...) As I said before, I liked the writing style, which made me feel this fairly quick read wasn't a waste of time.
Though the plot wasn't much to speak of, the characters were endearing. I was able to keep the few characters separate in my mind, despite the unfamiliar names. That is, after I figured out who was female and who was male, which is not exactly obvious with their names. (Just one minor reason fantasy is not my favorite genre ...) As I said before, I liked the writing style, which made me feel this fairly quick read wasn't a waste of time.
February 10, 2024
I have not read any books from the series, so this book left me with many questions. I enjoyed the author's writing, but felt something was missing...like I should have known something. I have no idea what or who Jace is and his importance. Rebecca seems important, and I loved her boldness, but her appearance was brief. Tyra's situation was sad but hopeful. Again, not sure of her significance, but the ordeal allows you to see Jace's heart and struggles. I liked Kallie, Rayad and the other male character..drawing a blank on the name. They were kind and patient with Jace. I'm hopeful that when I read the 1st book, this book's information will make sense. I liked that this was a very clean read. I hope the entire series is clean too.
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