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Aisling Grimlock
The Grim & the Dead
Braden Grimlock likes being in charge… in theory.
When his father announces that he’s going to a reaper conference with three of his siblings, Braden is disappointed to miss out on the trip but excited about being the boss. That is until he finds out which sibling is staying behind with him.
Braden and his only sister Aisling have never gotten along. Still, Braden has seniority. Aisling has to do what he says. Of course, Aisling has other ideas.
Grimlock Manor is rocking with arguments (and maybe a few petty games) when someone breaks into the house. Aisling insists on staying at the family mansion because she’s got party plans. Those go out the window when the security system keeps going off.
Braden thought he would be a man about town but he’s a man stuck at home… and trying to figure out a mystery.
Who is going after his family? And will Aisling ever shut her mouth long enough to help him figure it out?
Come along for the ride. Things are about to get loud.
This is a 30,000-word short set in the Aisling Grimlock world. It’s set back and can be read at any point in the timeline.
When his father announces that he’s going to a reaper conference with three of his siblings, Braden is disappointed to miss out on the trip but excited about being the boss. That is until he finds out which sibling is staying behind with him.
Braden and his only sister Aisling have never gotten along. Still, Braden has seniority. Aisling has to do what he says. Of course, Aisling has other ideas.
Grimlock Manor is rocking with arguments (and maybe a few petty games) when someone breaks into the house. Aisling insists on staying at the family mansion because she’s got party plans. Those go out the window when the security system keeps going off.
Braden thought he would be a man about town but he’s a man stuck at home… and trying to figure out a mystery.
Who is going after his family? And will Aisling ever shut her mouth long enough to help him figure it out?
Come along for the ride. Things are about to get loud.
This is a 30,000-word short set in the Aisling Grimlock world. It’s set back and can be read at any point in the timeline.
112 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 11, 2018
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About the author
Amanda M. Lee
312 books2,916 followersWhen I was a kid, I was torn between whether or not I was going to grow up and be the Incredible Hulk or Wonder Woman. I flirted with being a Jedi Knight for awhile, but I wasn't up for the intense travel associated with the gig. In my teens, I settled on being a writer -- although I had no idea the effort that would entail.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
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May 14, 2020
4 Stars... This was a fun short in the Aisling Grimlock Series... Focusing on the relationship between Braeden and Aisling as they navigate running the Reaper business while the rest of the family is out of town, what could possibly go wrong??? Break-ins and kidnappings to start, not to mention all the snark and the lack of sprinkles and ice cream... It is another rollicking adventure with the Grimlock clan:)
December 16, 2018
So funny!!
Braden and Aisling left alone in the house while their father and brothers leave for a conference in vegas.
What could possibly go wrong?
It was hilarious and so amusing. Love Aisling and Braden interactions.
This book was from Braden perspective. It was interesting to see what he thinks about his sister and the world in general.
I absolutely adore the Grimlock family. They literally make me laugh out loud throughout.
Can't wait for the next book involving the grimlock family.
Braden and Aisling left alone in the house while their father and brothers leave for a conference in vegas.
What could possibly go wrong?
It was hilarious and so amusing. Love Aisling and Braden interactions.
This book was from Braden perspective. It was interesting to see what he thinks about his sister and the world in general.
I absolutely adore the Grimlock family. They literally make me laugh out loud throughout.
Can't wait for the next book involving the grimlock family.
December 24, 2018
Not only Aisling grows up
I've read all the Grimlock books and shorts. This one got off to a slow start though. Seems Aisling was being more of a brat than an adult at the beginning after being left with Braeden to run the reaper business. Dad & brothers go to Vegas for a conference so the quarreling sublimely behind can't agree on anything. I just found the beginning of the short shiny on Aisling's part. But the story got better. Braeden starts to see that his 'women should be subservient ' belief may not be right when Griffin explains his relationship with Aisling is a partnership. I would like to see that development continue. While I'm a big fan of sibling snark, this story was a bit more shine than snark. Don't let that stop you from reading it though..
I've read all the Grimlock books and shorts. This one got off to a slow start though. Seems Aisling was being more of a brat than an adult at the beginning after being left with Braeden to run the reaper business. Dad & brothers go to Vegas for a conference so the quarreling sublimely behind can't agree on anything. I just found the beginning of the short shiny on Aisling's part. But the story got better. Braeden starts to see that his 'women should be subservient ' belief may not be right when Griffin explains his relationship with Aisling is a partnership. I would like to see that development continue. While I'm a big fan of sibling snark, this story was a bit more shine than snark. Don't let that stop you from reading it though..
January 11, 2019
When I began this story and read where Braden was going to be left alone (not including Griffin or Jerry, although the latter doesn't really have a big appearance) to fend for themselves, I was not sure how it would end. I felt that Cormack and sons would come home to be minus either a son/brother or daughter/sister and that would not have bode well. What I found was that even though Braden and Aisling bother each other the most out of the Grimlock offspring, they know how to work together when the time calls for.
Braden's bickering throughout did get a bit annoying and grating at times, but in the end, this is another great read written by Amanda M. Lee.
Braden's bickering throughout did get a bit annoying and grating at times, but in the end, this is another great read written by Amanda M. Lee.
December 12, 2018
Extraordinarily funny and entertainingI am
And extraordinarily funny and entertaining supernatural urban fantasy/action series. A family of grim reaper‘s in the Detroit area go about their daily chores of reaping souls of the recently deceased. Follow the adventures as there is always something going on in and around this family. A great cast of characters and as always extraordinarily snarky and entertaining. Checked all of the books out
And extraordinarily funny and entertaining supernatural urban fantasy/action series. A family of grim reaper‘s in the Detroit area go about their daily chores of reaping souls of the recently deceased. Follow the adventures as there is always something going on in and around this family. A great cast of characters and as always extraordinarily snarky and entertaining. Checked all of the books out
December 13, 2018
The Grim & The Dead
Loved the Grimlock family shorts. This one clicked the others, is funny and sweet. This crew finds themselves in the oddest scenarios.
On this story, the Grimlock crew have a mandatory convention in Vegas. 2 have to stay behind. Aisling volunteers and Braden literally draws the short straw and the 2nd.
Of course these 2 don't see eye to eye and the fin ensues.
Loved the Grimlock family shorts. This one clicked the others, is funny and sweet. This crew finds themselves in the oddest scenarios.
On this story, the Grimlock crew have a mandatory convention in Vegas. 2 have to stay behind. Aisling volunteers and Braden literally draws the short straw and the 2nd.
Of course these 2 don't see eye to eye and the fin ensues.
January 6, 2019
The grim and the family love
Any of this series is filled with mystery, murder , laughter and family love and chaos. Th were is not one book that doesn't deserve a five or better. The characters are crisp, magic, dark, light and totally believable. The gridlock family makes you actually think that reapers could be fun not just dangerous. Read any series by Ms. Lee she never disappoints. Go read
Any of this series is filled with mystery, murder , laughter and family love and chaos. Th were is not one book that doesn't deserve a five or better. The characters are crisp, magic, dark, light and totally believable. The gridlock family makes you actually think that reapers could be fun not just dangerous. Read any series by Ms. Lee she never disappoints. Go read
December 15, 2018
Cute
Cute read with some poignant parts, like David, and seeing Braden's point of view of his mother. I really enjoyed it and will miss the Grimlock family. I realize they will be in the new series but it won't quite be the same. I do love the books this author writes though so I'm sure I'll be satisfied in my reading.
Cute read with some poignant parts, like David, and seeing Braden's point of view of his mother. I really enjoyed it and will miss the Grimlock family. I realize they will be in the new series but it won't quite be the same. I do love the books this author writes though so I'm sure I'll be satisfied in my reading.
December 12, 2018
Great story!
Another great short. In one of my favorite series. The Grimlock are amazing stories and this one wasn't any different.
The tie in to the new series was a nice touch, if I read it how it was intended.
Another great short. In one of my favorite series. The Grimlock are amazing stories and this one wasn't any different.
The tie in to the new series was a nice touch, if I read it how it was intended.
December 13, 2018
Braden’s growing up!
I’m starting to really like Braden! This story was all about Aisling and Braden working together. This takes place before Grim Vows and gives us a peek into his thoughts and emotions regarding their “mom” Lily.
I’m starting to really like Braden! This story was all about Aisling and Braden working together. This takes place before Grim Vows and gives us a peek into his thoughts and emotions regarding their “mom” Lily.
December 22, 2018
Braden and Aisling home alone together, that could be a huge disaster even with Griffin standing between them but through some classic Aisling moments and fun family antics, the story wasn't as big a catastrophe as it could have been.
January 6, 2019
I love the family dynamics in this series
Great misadventures! Great family dynamics. It's a different take on good and bad. There is a family member you can identify with in an unusual way.
Great misadventures! Great family dynamics. It's a different take on good and bad. There is a family member you can identify with in an unusual way.
December 15, 2019
INTERESTING WAY TO SPEND A VACATION
Aisling and Braden had to miss the conference in Vegas because of work. Unfortunately one of the souls Braden collected had an item that a minor criminal wanted. Aisling became a hostage.
Aisling and Braden had to miss the conference in Vegas because of work. Unfortunately one of the souls Braden collected had an item that a minor criminal wanted. Aisling became a hostage.
February 21, 2022
A nice revisit after a long break.
Asling is a very disturbing heroine and the rest of the Grimlocks are also a worry, but lovely to revisit after knowing they are married, have a child and are helping save the movement between worlds.
Asling is a very disturbing heroine and the rest of the Grimlocks are also a worry, but lovely to revisit after knowing they are married, have a child and are helping save the movement between worlds.
December 12, 2018
Asylum And Braxdon
I love every storyline in all of Amanda M Lee writes. I try to do advance ordering to make sure I don't miss one.
I love every storyline in all of Amanda M Lee writes. I try to do advance ordering to make sure I don't miss one.
December 14, 2018
No matter how many times I read this series o still dislike the female lead, too spoil and annoying.
December 14, 2018
Siblings
Awesome fast paced read with lots of humor and fun, love the interaction between the characters and the storyline is great
Awesome fast paced read with lots of humor and fun, love the interaction between the characters and the storyline is great
December 15, 2018
The Grimlocks never disappoint! Crazy fun!
December 15, 2018
All about Braden
Brandon was always the Grimlock that annoyed me most. But after Only the Lonely and this one, I kind love him. Can't wait for the next Deathgate book.
Brandon was always the Grimlock that annoyed me most. But after Only the Lonely and this one, I kind love him. Can't wait for the next Deathgate book.
December 18, 2018
Braden and Aisling left alone to handle business. What could possibly go wrong?!
December 25, 2018
The grim and the dead
Another great gridlock book,short but good.so on a another craZy tell ,keep them coming ,one of my favorite family .
Another great gridlock book,short but good.so on a another craZy tell ,keep them coming ,one of my favorite family .
December 26, 2018
Great story! Got to see a side of Braden not seen before. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
January 2, 2019
Can’t get enough of these books!!!
January 6, 2019
Loved it.
January 20, 2019
The long awaited Braden's story about his childhood and relationship with Aisling. It was enlightening and funny. A fun short story!
January 31, 2019
Braidon POV
April 21, 2020
I love Braden and Aisling's dynamic. It reminds me of my 2 younger sisters. In the end, family is family and one will do anything for the other to protect them.
August 10, 2020
This one is really cute.
September 14, 2020
Another Grimlock short store. The dad and three brothers go to Las Vegas for a convention and leave Braken and Aisling at home to reap souls.
May 1, 2021
Very enjoyable
I have been laughing through all the Grimlock books and short stories. Thank you for the unusual story line and humor. Don’t stop !
I have been laughing through all the Grimlock books and short stories. Thank you for the unusual story line and humor. Don’t stop !
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