First appearing in the fantasy anthology "Beyond Instinct," Nadir is a short story about a young mother haunted by her past and struggling with her own inner demons as she must face the perils of a night on the forest floor. Amidst predators in both the waking and dreaming worlds and the looming threat of starvation, she is faced with a daunting choice: can she make it through this darkest of nights and still find the strength to do what is best for her son?
I LOVE this short story. Featuring a single mother protecting her young son from literal and unique creatures of the night, this story speaks of the strength of mothers everywhere and the bond they have with their children.