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The Lasts
The Lasts: Secrets of the Sewer
Ten year old Clara Last, and her fifteen year old sister, Precipice, live rough on the streets of Dublin. Some nights they sleep in cardboard boxes, other times they sleep in their bolthole, the souterrain. Life can be pretty hard, but things have recently gotten harder, Precipice is old enough that some of the local toughs have begun to take notice of her. That didn't end well for Jimmy the Blade, who was found in pieces in a backstreet dumpster.
The Russian led Southside drug gang want to know what happened to Jimmy. Was he killed by the Lasts, two girls half the dead enforcer's size? Or was it someone else? Of greater concern for the sisters, another group has taken an interest in them - creatures only seen in the shadows, the Aes Sídhe, the faerie people who live under the mounds.
This is the first book about the Lasts, it's an urban fantasy for children, young adults, and adults alike. I hope you enjoy it.
The Russian led Southside drug gang want to know what happened to Jimmy. Was he killed by the Lasts, two girls half the dead enforcer's size? Or was it someone else? Of greater concern for the sisters, another group has taken an interest in them - creatures only seen in the shadows, the Aes Sídhe, the faerie people who live under the mounds.
This is the first book about the Lasts, it's an urban fantasy for children, young adults, and adults alike. I hope you enjoy it.
78 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 23, 2018
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Tabitha Scott
11 books23 followersHi I'm Tabby,
I'm the author of the Dark Witch trilogy available on Amazon as e-copies only, for the moment. First thing you should know about me is that I'm actually writing under a pen name. That being said, I can't reveal too much, but what I do write here is part of the real me.
I was born in Australia but I currently live in the small North American city of Thunder Bay, where having four to six feet of snow in the front yard during winter isn't unusual. I've two little terriers and prefer the summer to the snow. This is a lovely area when it's green. It's pretty when it's white too, but cold, and I'm not a fan of cold.
The third book in the Dark Witch series has been written, and has just come out!
I'm the author of the Dark Witch trilogy available on Amazon as e-copies only, for the moment. First thing you should know about me is that I'm actually writing under a pen name. That being said, I can't reveal too much, but what I do write here is part of the real me.
I was born in Australia but I currently live in the small North American city of Thunder Bay, where having four to six feet of snow in the front yard during winter isn't unusual. I've two little terriers and prefer the summer to the snow. This is a lovely area when it's green. It's pretty when it's white too, but cold, and I'm not a fan of cold.
The third book in the Dark Witch series has been written, and has just come out!
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April 28, 2019
It's a great book. Story of two orphans Clara and Percipice. And because I read the second book first that lies the problem. This one becomes a supplementary read.
Anyway, I love the storytelling, how the author sew the plot for a nice book. Its just that, killing by a 10 year old and a 15 year old to grown ups maybe is not a norm but this is fantasy. I recommend caution for children in reading this one, or perhaps a parental guidance. But still it's a good one to read.
4 stars for something magical and a great king that becomes a wraith - I like that character.
Anyway, I love the storytelling, how the author sew the plot for a nice book. Its just that, killing by a 10 year old and a 15 year old to grown ups maybe is not a norm but this is fantasy. I recommend caution for children in reading this one, or perhaps a parental guidance. But still it's a good one to read.
4 stars for something magical and a great king that becomes a wraith - I like that character.
February 19, 2019
Mesmerising. This story was mesmerising. It is not for nothing that the author has been on my favourite short list since her first book. I loved this story as much as her Dark Witch Trilogy, although it was completely different in tone and slightly different in genre. It was so amazing that I immediately read the next one as well.
The author's writing is superb as expected, and her way of weaving the plot is masterful. The storyline is original, characters well developed, and the world built beautifully. This story sets a more serious tone for the series, then that of the previous Trilogy, which is only logical, considering the main theme and the characters.
The story follows two very young orphaned sisters, Precipice and Clara, living in the streets of Dublin. Trying to survive however they can, avoiding street gangs and taking care of each other, sticking together. Both incredibly intelligent, capable and intuitive, they are faring pretty well until strange things start happening. Not only around them, but within them, as well. A wonderful old lady with the crow is looking after them from time to time.
Then Aes Sidhe show up, and Tuathal and Morrigan the Phantom Queen. And local gang starts showing unhealthy interest in Precipice. And there is hidden treasure. That's all I can say without giving spoilers. But I can say that there is a lot of magic and a lot of secrets get revealed.
The story was incredibly exciting, and I could not stop reading it for a second. This is an amazing beginning of the series. Unlike the previous Trilogy, this series contains less violence and clean content and language, so it is suitable for all audiences. It is also addictive, so be ware, once you start reading you won't be able to stop. There is no cliffhanger but the story has an open ending. The next story is The Lasts and the Hall of Mirrors.
The author's writing is superb as expected, and her way of weaving the plot is masterful. The storyline is original, characters well developed, and the world built beautifully. This story sets a more serious tone for the series, then that of the previous Trilogy, which is only logical, considering the main theme and the characters.
The story follows two very young orphaned sisters, Precipice and Clara, living in the streets of Dublin. Trying to survive however they can, avoiding street gangs and taking care of each other, sticking together. Both incredibly intelligent, capable and intuitive, they are faring pretty well until strange things start happening. Not only around them, but within them, as well. A wonderful old lady with the crow is looking after them from time to time.
Then Aes Sidhe show up, and Tuathal and Morrigan the Phantom Queen. And local gang starts showing unhealthy interest in Precipice. And there is hidden treasure. That's all I can say without giving spoilers. But I can say that there is a lot of magic and a lot of secrets get revealed.
The story was incredibly exciting, and I could not stop reading it for a second. This is an amazing beginning of the series. Unlike the previous Trilogy, this series contains less violence and clean content and language, so it is suitable for all audiences. It is also addictive, so be ware, once you start reading you won't be able to stop. There is no cliffhanger but the story has an open ending. The next story is The Lasts and the Hall of Mirrors.
January 7, 2019
Interesting read
Interesting read with young lead characters. Good intro into what may be an interesting series. I look forward to the next book
Interesting read with young lead characters. Good intro into what may be an interesting series. I look forward to the next book
February 4, 2019
This book popped up in my Facebook newsfeed, and since it's fantasy including street urchins I couldn't resist reading it. I suppose it's actually a book for children - you can perfectly imagine a grandma's voice telling you the story by the fireplace - though it's a bit gruesome in places. Knowing my own children (8 and 10) I'd say they'd love it, but if your children are more easily frightened you might consider waiting another year before letting them have it.
Clara and Precipice, orphaned two years ago, are living on the streets. Their problems with the local biker gangs soon fade in comparison when they realize there's other groups with an eye on the two of them, because those groups aren't human.
Basically it's a story of trying to survive, of looking out for one another, and of magic in unlikely places. Highly recommended.
Clara and Precipice, orphaned two years ago, are living on the streets. Their problems with the local biker gangs soon fade in comparison when they realize there's other groups with an eye on the two of them, because those groups aren't human.
Basically it's a story of trying to survive, of looking out for one another, and of magic in unlikely places. Highly recommended.
December 27, 2019
It's not often I DNF a short story. Even if it don't catch my interest at first, I try to push through, but I just couldn't bring myself to it with this one. I sat down multiple times trying to read it, but was usually bored within a page.
The naming of the characters was eye-roll-worthy, as well as their looks and personalities.
The writing was not for me. It was wordy and messy, and I don't think I ever found a part that flowed well.
That made an already slow and uninteresting story even slower!
I liked the idea of the story, but almost all the stuff I read was about these girls wandering around and getting money or food, and not something clearly related to the plot - yes, I see how it is related, but the thread was too thin that early in the story. Especially with a short story.
And I also had some logistical trouble with the timeline of events in the girls lives, the mythological aspects, and the practicality of things - it's not that easy to make a sword/knife hilt if you don't know how to do it. I've made three.
All in all, this story felt like it was written by a very young writer that didn't know much about the craft, and didn't stop to think.
It's nothing wrong with that, but it's not for me.
I do have another book by the author, and will give it a chance at some later time, though
The naming of the characters was eye-roll-worthy, as well as their looks and personalities.
The writing was not for me. It was wordy and messy, and I don't think I ever found a part that flowed well.
That made an already slow and uninteresting story even slower!
I liked the idea of the story, but almost all the stuff I read was about these girls wandering around and getting money or food, and not something clearly related to the plot - yes, I see how it is related, but the thread was too thin that early in the story. Especially with a short story.
And I also had some logistical trouble with the timeline of events in the girls lives, the mythological aspects, and the practicality of things - it's not that easy to make a sword/knife hilt if you don't know how to do it. I've made three.
All in all, this story felt like it was written by a very young writer that didn't know much about the craft, and didn't stop to think.
It's nothing wrong with that, but it's not for me.
I do have another book by the author, and will give it a chance at some later time, though
April 27, 2019
Excellent start for a series
The author has built a wonderful world in the underground of the underground of Ireland. Great characters and very well written. Certainly, worthy of a look. 👍
The author has built a wonderful world in the underground of the underground of Ireland. Great characters and very well written. Certainly, worthy of a look. 👍
April 26, 2019
I really enjoyed this book!
Clara and Precipice are wonderful characters. The story was decent and the plot moved. I look forward to read the next book in the series!
Clara and Precipice are wonderful characters. The story was decent and the plot moved. I look forward to read the next book in the series!
May 1, 2020
Gritty contemporary action meets Irish folklore in this first story of the Last sisters. Orphans Precipice (age 15) and Clara (age 10) choose to live homeless rather than be separated, finding safety in a forgotten underground chamber below the streets of Dublin. They share the space with a cache of old Roman coins and a collection of carefully stored weaponry. When a street tough who was too interested in Precipice turns up dead in a dumpster, his gang comes looking for the sisters. Humans aren’t the only ones interested in the Lasts: faeries—the Aes Sidhe—want to carry the orphans off, but the sisters are under the protection of a long-dead king who serves the Morrigan. With the help of magic and ancient weaponry, Clara and Precipice are more than a match for a street gang. But what are they?
This short, fast-paced book is cleverly set up to appeal to both young-adult readers, who will identify with Precipice, and middle-grade readers, who will identify with Clara. The action gets violent at times, but not overly gory. The girls are literally empowered in this first episode, setting up a series of adventures to come.
This short, fast-paced book is cleverly set up to appeal to both young-adult readers, who will identify with Precipice, and middle-grade readers, who will identify with Clara. The action gets violent at times, but not overly gory. The girls are literally empowered in this first episode, setting up a series of adventures to come.
July 20, 2019
Relatable characters and an extremely topical situation combined with an intriguing story line to make this a pleasant read, although a lack of dramatic tension prevented it from being as gripping as it might have been. Like many independently published novels, it cries out for more rigorous proofreading, particularly in the matter of apostrophes.
May 6, 2020
Quick read about a pair of sisters learning about the supernatural world underlying modern Dublin. Because the main characters are 10 and 15, I would classify as YA as well as urban fantasy. I liked it and will read more of the series.
May 12, 2019
A pleasant tale!
This was a pleasant fantasy tale that readers of all ages can enjoy! I hope Ms. Scott keeps them coming.
This was a pleasant fantasy tale that readers of all ages can enjoy! I hope Ms. Scott keeps them coming.
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