Soul-Singer of Tyrnos

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Ardath Mayhar. Soul-Singer of Tyrnos

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This is one of a number of my novels that began with a short story—several short stories, in fact. The first one appeared in my mind as “I” trudged down a dirt road, watching the dust curl up before my boots. I could smell the growing things, feel the air on my face—hear the pounding hooves coming up behind me. And that was a story.

When I got to know that Soul-Singer, she demanded to have her story told, so I went back and wrote it. This was an adventure in itself. And say what you will, it is the writing that is the reward. Money only allows you to stay alive to write more.

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“We have felt a strange compulsion, Child. Always there are those whom we are saddened to see depart these walls. You have been such a one for your teachers. Elysias is puzzled at our intuition that you may be the Chosen, but we are not. Though you have been rebellious and strong-minded, we have valued your mind and your spirit. There is within you a toughness and determination that comforts our thoughts of you.

“We feel a premonition that you may face the most difficult task any Singer has faced in many generations. Go with the gods, Yeleeve. Go with our blessings.” They moved their hands again, and the Huym gleamed faintly in the air that followed their motions.

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