Published: March 06, 2012
Words: 2,440 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780987972620

Description

A short story of the Angel of Death in The Chosen Chronicles.

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vampires, short story, free, angel of death, karen dales, chosen chronicles

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Review by: K R Morrison on March 13, 2013 :
Sorrow pervades the isolated temple. The Master is on his deathbed, and all of the monks are in watchful meditation, waiting.
The Guest, who came here for refuge countless ages ago, is sought out by the members of the temple. He who has made this place his home, away from horrified stares and vengeful hunters, is the one visitor the Master must see before he dies.
During his short meeting with the Master, the Guest learns something that surprises him: eternity has more than one definition.

If this short story was crafted to make the reader want to delve into the longer books, entitled “The Chosen Chronicles”, Ms. Dales has done a very good job. The reader can almost smell the incense surrounding the waiting monks, feel the oppression of their sorrow, and get so involved in the narrative that, at the end of the story, will not be satisfied with less than the rest of the series.
I was as surprised as the Guest at the end of the story, and would love to read what happens after the Master dies. For his death brings joy to all—I must know why!
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Review by: Gerald Dawson on March 05, 2013 :
Well written short tale that twists the norm and gives me reason to actually think...liked it enough to want to go on to the rest of the series.
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Review by: Julie Elizabeth Powell on Oct. 14, 2012 : (no rating)
I found The Guest to be rich in description and enough mystery to keep me reading. I don't give spoilers, but will say that this short story left me wanting to find out more. Very good.

Julie Elizabeth Powell
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Review by: CLaire Taylor on Aug. 29, 2012 :
A quick read introducing you to the Angel of Death from The Chosen Chronicles.

Incredibly well written and excellent descriptions, this short gives you just enough to leave you wanting more and to know how the story continues.
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Review by: Scarlett Black on Aug. 21, 2012 :
This first bit of Karen's writing has me hooked. Every step of this journey had me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't wait to turn the page. Sad that is was over so soon but definitely makes me want to read more of her work!
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Review by: Mangus Fitzpatrick on July 18, 2012 :
An intriguing introduction to an interesting character and story.
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Review by: jane anne on June 17, 2012 :
This is a short story; around a half hour to read, about Monks and their belief in reincarnation. ‘The Guest’ stands alone but I understand contains a character from Dales ’Chosen Chronicles’ series. The content is very cryptic keeping us wondering and guessing about who the guest really is until we manage to collect enough clues to ‘maybe’ work it out.

I found the story very emotional and touching and as a taster it has left me wanting to read more of this authors work and find out for sure just who this character is. I will definitely be doing just that in the very near future.
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Review by: Marjana Gole on May 02, 2012 :
I like it...just a taste of good story, that I want more of it....
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Review by: Jennifer Davis on May 02, 2012 :
The Guest is a short story about the angel of death. It can be read alone or along with The Chosen Chronicles series. The story takes place in a Buddhist Monastery. As secretive as they are, by my surprise, the have welcomed a certain guest for a few years now. This guest is there to take on a job that is a matter of life or death. I would call this guest different, but that would still be an understatement. If you would like to find out who the guest really is and what the mission is at the monastery, grab your free copy at smashwords.This is the first book I have read by this author and loved it. I look forward to reading more in The Chosen Chronicles.
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Review by: Sheila Deeth on April 09, 2012 :
The Guest by Karen Dales is a short story introducing the Angel of Death from the Chosen Chronicles. It’s certainly an intriguing tale, set in a Buddhist monastery where the guest who’s stayed for many long years is called upon to perform his mysterious duty. The guest’s identity is nicely veiled while the mystery of his gift offers a pleasingly different point of view on life, death and rebirth.

The writing involves all the senses with evocative description of thought, actions and surroundings. There’s a quiet level of unspoken conversation that wisely avoids any temptation to tell all. And there’s a convincing respect for difference.

I enjoyed this gently unsettling tale, short, intriguing, and just long enough for a good cup of coffee.



Disclosure: I was lucky enough to get a free ecopy.
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Review by: Ed Drury on March 28, 2012 :
A delightful short story for the reader to ponder. Rather like a zen riddle in a way. How would a vampire be received in different cultures. Is it possible that they could be held in high esteem for their 'gifts.' Wonderful little story beautifully written and highly original.
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Review by: Emma Meade on March 12, 2012 :
A vampire fraternizing with Buddhist monks. Who'd have ever thought that eh?
Short but sweet little story. I read this over my cup of tea at breakfast this morning. Reading about Karma was a good way to start off the day.
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