Under the Menhir: A Fantasy Novella

by Allison Wade

A dangerous secret is buried deep under the Menhir du Champ-Dolent.Jean has fled from Italy to let go of the past and start a new life. The old picture of a Menhir in northern France has brought him to the small town of Dol de Bretagne.He doesn’t know why he’s there, and for sure he wasn’t expecting to find himself in the middle of a fight that’s been going on since the beginning of times. Facing an Irishman with an eyepatch that claims to be his brother, helped by a circle of druidesses and a mysterious woman who bears the weight of an unforgiving fate, he’s about to discover a legend that could change the fate of humanity.A fantasy story born in the cradle of the Megalithic culture, following the steps of Celtic tradition until the present days.A novella of myths, magic, and hard choices.

72 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 28, 2020

About the author

Born and raised in Northern Italy, English is her second language but she has the worst accent ever. She likes fantasy and horror stories, playing and modding videogames, and trying her best at arts and crafts.

Reviews

[Peter · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this horror meets fantasy novella! In the beginning you see a mighty Menhir and Viv, the guardian of the stone. She is here since the stone exists. It's about an old legend, a fight between two brothers, the fight between darkness and light. Have those two brothers returned? Are they still fighting each other since the beginning of time? Who will prevail in the forthcoming struggle? What about Viv (shot of romance here)? What will happen when the Menhir ceases to stand? Quite a compelling tale with interesting flashbacks. A good mixture of legend, horror and a huge dose of fantasy. Couldn't put it down and really thought I have an old lore in my hands. Well done by this author and really recommended!

[S. Bavey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read on behalf of Team behind the Musings for the SFiNCS2 contest: 6/10