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Familiar Tales #1 & 2.5
Thor Games
This book contains two stories from the new “Familiar Tails” series. The first, Dogs and Suds, combines the two worlds of Amethyst and Everafter as Thor—Stacy Justice’s Great Dane familiar—meets Beast—guardian of the five princesses of Enchantment—for the first time. The two magical Great Danes pair up again in THOR GAMES, where Thor is forced to face an old foe—and an old fear—when a leggy blonde asks for his help. Spun from the popular Stacy Justice Witch Mystery series and the enchanting Everafter series, this new take on familiars will captivate readers who enjoy magical fiction and four-legged heroes.
- GenresFantasyParanormal
47 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 4, 2018
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Barbra Annino
35 books620 followersBarbra Annino writes about strong women with a flair for humor and a penchant for trouble. Her bestselling Stacy Justice Mysteries books have hit the top ten in the Amazon charts multiple times, with Opal Fire claiming the #1 slot in the entire store. Check out her Everafter series if you like grown up fairy tales, and Fury Rising for a steamy urban fantasy. Sign up for freebies, exclusive content, release dates, and fun stuff at www.authorbarbraannino.com
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April 19, 2020
Kind of silly but cute at the same time.
December 5, 2018
4 Stars... Thor reunites with a sassy and spirited Gretchen who he first encountered and became infatuated with in "Emerald Isle"... When Gretchen and her witch find themselves in some serious trouble, Gretchen calls upon Thor for some much needed help... Mayhem ensues as these two team up with friends to end a dog fighting ring and round up the "bad guys"... A great mix of action and humor with some sweet thrown in as well... Another fun adventure with Thor.:)
January 31, 2019
Two stories and both were too short. I love Thor, but he deserves more story.
1st story was confusing. Other than there is a bar for dogs, I didn't understand anything else going on.
2nd story was a bit longer. The dachshund races were cute. But the rest was weird and confusing
1st story was confusing. Other than there is a bar for dogs, I didn't understand anything else going on.
2nd story was a bit longer. The dachshund races were cute. But the rest was weird and confusing
May 27, 2023
Rated
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I wouldn't say Thor was facing an old foe, unless you're counting the actual witch But Thor us there to save the day yet again.
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I wouldn't say Thor was facing an old foe, unless you're counting the actual witch But Thor us there to save the day yet again.
August 16, 2023
Rated
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I recall reading this before, therefore this is definitely a box set. Wonderfully fun reading.
4 Stars: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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I recall reading this before, therefore this is definitely a box set. Wonderfully fun reading.
August 5, 2019
Thor Games: Familiar Tales (A Stacy Justice Mystery Book) [Kindle Unlimited] — Barbra Annino (0 chapters) August 4, 2019
Included two satires: Dogs and Suds; and Thor Games.
These two shorties are a mixed bag, though as a set, not as good as the full mystery in Thor and Peace, but are still fun to read. The first involves a trip to the the Dogs and Suds where we are introduced to Beast who is very chivalrous, if not smart. Thor bails him out of a situation, and earns a friend in return.
In the second, which is the best of the two, a bitch from Thor’s past appears and he, Beast and Gretchen, the bitch, join forces to save a familiar’s human from his dumb mistake.
I really liked the second story and hope the author continues these side stories about Thor and his animal friends.
Four stars.
Included two satires: Dogs and Suds; and Thor Games.
These two shorties are a mixed bag, though as a set, not as good as the full mystery in Thor and Peace, but are still fun to read. The first involves a trip to the the Dogs and Suds where we are introduced to Beast who is very chivalrous, if not smart. Thor bails him out of a situation, and earns a friend in return.
In the second, which is the best of the two, a bitch from Thor’s past appears and he, Beast and Gretchen, the bitch, join forces to save a familiar’s human from his dumb mistake.
I really liked the second story and hope the author continues these side stories about Thor and his animal friends.
Four stars.
March 10, 2020
When a dog has to do what a dog has to do.......
Terrific little read. This one is all about Thor. With his witches safe and sound he visits the local. Only to meet another Great Danes and then the dog that sends his tail going one hundred miles an hour. Gretchen, a beautiful Irish wolfhound, who's witch is in trouble. Against his will, after she cheated in a race, the trio go through a portal to rescue her witch. Even though he and portals have a bad effect on each other. A dog fighting ring, men with guns, one incapacitated witch, a dog that has been fighting too long and a plan. Can he get the others to follow instructions, make the rescue and get out before his own witch becomes suspicious?
Great visualisation created by the narrative, nice action and well paced.
Terrific little read. This one is all about Thor. With his witches safe and sound he visits the local. Only to meet another Great Danes and then the dog that sends his tail going one hundred miles an hour. Gretchen, a beautiful Irish wolfhound, who's witch is in trouble. Against his will, after she cheated in a race, the trio go through a portal to rescue her witch. Even though he and portals have a bad effect on each other. A dog fighting ring, men with guns, one incapacitated witch, a dog that has been fighting too long and a plan. Can he get the others to follow instructions, make the rescue and get out before his own witch becomes suspicious?
Great visualisation created by the narrative, nice action and well paced.
November 25, 2018
Well Wriiten
This was a short story of one of my favorite characters in the series, a familiar, a great Dane named Thor. While the story was short, it had a complete storyline with interesting characters. I think most fans of the series would give this book 5 stars. The only reason I did not was my own personal preferences in reading subjects. The storyline was one in which is an emotional trigger for me. I do not care to read about the subject. I won't say what it is because I do not want to give a spoiler, but if the author has disclosed it, I would not have bought the book. Also, the blurb implies there is 2 stories in this book, but there was only one.
This was a short story of one of my favorite characters in the series, a familiar, a great Dane named Thor. While the story was short, it had a complete storyline with interesting characters. I think most fans of the series would give this book 5 stars. The only reason I did not was my own personal preferences in reading subjects. The storyline was one in which is an emotional trigger for me. I do not care to read about the subject. I won't say what it is because I do not want to give a spoiler, but if the author has disclosed it, I would not have bought the book. Also, the blurb implies there is 2 stories in this book, but there was only one.
November 25, 2018
Fun Thor book
I love the Stacy Justice series. This is a fun novella about a night in the life of her familiar, Thor. Also get an appearance by Beast from her Bitches Everafter series.
I love the Stacy Justice series. This is a fun novella about a night in the life of her familiar, Thor. Also get an appearance by Beast from her Bitches Everafter series.
April 7, 2020
Great short
Amazing short about Thor, Stacey Justice's familiar. Who gets to fight the bad guys and impress his crush. Another familiar who happens to be an elegant Irish wolfhound, and blonde at thatm
Amazing short about Thor, Stacey Justice's familiar. Who gets to fight the bad guys and impress his crush. Another familiar who happens to be an elegant Irish wolfhound, and blonde at thatm
June 16, 2025
A real woofer
Thor is such a big baby and tough guy. I so enjoy the books they keep my imagination firing. Never read these books as if they are logical just enjoy. One good thing to remember
the Great Dane always win.
Thor is such a big baby and tough guy. I so enjoy the books they keep my imagination firing. Never read these books as if they are logical just enjoy. One good thing to remember
the Great Dane always win.
December 4, 2018
Great Danes of Fire
Thor and Beast get to meet, become friends, and save the "dog-sel" in distress! Two great short stories wrapped into one book! You'll love these familiars!
Thor and Beast get to meet, become friends, and save the "dog-sel" in distress! Two great short stories wrapped into one book! You'll love these familiars!
October 30, 2019
Thor saves the day--sort of
His human have him the night off, so Thor was looking forward to a relaxing night, drinking beer with the boys. Trust a dame to cause trouble.
His human have him the night off, so Thor was looking forward to a relaxing night, drinking beer with the boys. Trust a dame to cause trouble.
November 9, 2020
Fun spinoff
Thor, is Stacy Justice's familiar. The series where dogs are more than they seem. He hooks up with Beast, Gretchen and Kong. Fun read
Thor, is Stacy Justice's familiar. The series where dogs are more than they seem. He hooks up with Beast, Gretchen and Kong. Fun read
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July 21, 2022fun short read about dogs.
June 22, 2023
Thor
An amazing dog and rescuer wouldn’t mind having him as a family member. You would definitely know that you were safe
An amazing dog and rescuer wouldn’t mind having him as a family member. You would definitely know that you were safe
July 8, 2023
Love these books and Thor!!!
Thor is a bad ass and I wish I could have my own great Dane Thor, I know he's fiction, but still...
Thor is a bad ass and I wish I could have my own great Dane Thor, I know he's fiction, but still...
October 6, 2023
Goddogit.
Dog language. Hilarious writing from this author portraying animals as crime solving detectives! Thor, a Great Dane, is an amazing main character.
Dog language. Hilarious writing from this author portraying animals as crime solving detectives! Thor, a Great Dane, is an amazing main character.
January 1, 2024
I love the humor this author's books
It was a well done mix of humor and mystery. Will Thor ever find love with some dog in his town?
It was a well done mix of humor and mystery. Will Thor ever find love with some dog in his town?
January 4, 2024
An excellent quick and fun read
January 25, 2021
So good.
Great fun read. In love with all the dogs, people so so. Think I might name my next dog Thor.
Great fun read. In love with all the dogs, people so so. Think I might name my next dog Thor.
February 9, 2018
Excellent! I love her books!
February 10, 2018
I loved this slice of Thor. Fun to have him hang with Beast!
November 27, 2018
This is really a short story.
January 30, 2024
Nice story. Witches with various animals as familiars lead very interesting lives. I've bread two short stories and will definitely go back and read them in order. Recommend the series.
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