Published: Oct. 29, 2011
Words: 11,121 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781466000384

Short description

Touched #1 As a private investigator specializing in paranormal problems, London Eyer thought she could handle working for the Sidhe. They couldn’t be any worse than vampires, werewolves or wizards, could they? Oh, how wrong she was. One ‘Touch’ of Sidhe magic and she was cursed. Her only chance to survive is to serve the creep that cursed her against the Changelings out for his blood.

Extended description

As a private investigator specializing in paranormal problems, London Eyer thought she could handle working for the Sidhe. They couldn’t be any worse than vampires or werewolves or wizards, could they? Oh, how wrong she was. One ‘Touch’ of Sidhe magic and she was cursed. Her only chance to survive is to serve the creep that cursed her against the vicious Changelings out for his blood.

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Genre: Urban Fantasy (Read more) As a private investigator specializing in paranormal problems, London Eyer thought she could handle working for the Sidhe. They couldn’t be any worse than vampires or werewolves or wizards, could they? Oh, how wrong she was. One ‘Touch’ of Sidhe magic and she was cursed. Her only chance to survive is to serve the creep that cursed her against the vicious Changelings out for his blood.

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Genre: Urban Fantasy
Length: Novella
Series: Touched #1

Companion Series: Rise of the Unseelie, Champion of the Sidhe

Reviewer Quotes:

"This book was brilliant. I was sucked into this dark world of magic and paranormal creatures and pretty much didn't want to leave. I don't know how he did it, but Archer created an amazingly fantastical story that said so much in so little words. I really loved this story. No doubt in my mind, I will be reading this whole series and the two companion series that go with it. If you like urban fantasy, adventure, and some good fighting scenes, then you will love this novelette. Highly recommended." Jennifer Bielman – Reading and Writing Urban Fantasy review blog

"Oh, now this one was fun. Fun with a capital F." Kelly - Reading the Paranormal Book Blog

"I’m keen to read more about the world that S A Archer has created." Jenny - Chocolate Chunky Munkie Book Review Blog

"I will definitely read the rest of the series!" The Book Hook-Up
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Tags

vampire, urban fantasy, adventure, action, fantasy, magic, dark fantasy, elf, elves, irish, wizard, celtic, changeling, private investigator, sidhe, fey, heroic, fea, contemperary

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Review by: ElfSelf on Nov. 26, 2011 :
Cursed is another one of the interweaving stories that S. A. Archer has written that holds much promise. Archer has taken a unique approach in writing short stories that while each can stand alone, they intertwine with one another. An added bonus is that they are short enough to be read in one sitting and leave the reader wanting more.

In Cursed, we are introduced to private investigator London Eyer who has an interesting encounter with a Sidhe named Rico. Rico is appropriately named, because he is able to convince London to work for him exclusively with his own special brand of magic that only a Sidhe possesses. I found myself unconsciously wishing I was in London's shoes despite the fact that I have no skills at all in investigation.

I really love the realm that Archer is setting up with these stories that are setting the foundation, I assume, for many others soon to follow. What I like most about this story is how much the reader is able to get into London's thoughts and understand her feelings. Since Rico has now 'Touched' London leaving her consistently needing more, she now has no choice but to work for him and try to seek some relief to this special magic that she will now crave. Factor in a few Changelings, a chatty Wood Elf and a Vamp who also happens to be London's best friend and the stage is set perfectly for action and adventure that contains things that are not always as they appear. These are definitely not the fairy tales of your childhood!
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

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