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Published: May 13, 2011
Words: 9835 (approximate)
Language: English
Ebook short description
10,000 word Short Story -- When reluctant teen witch Brenda Collins is sent to a magical pet shop to pick out her animal familiar, she settles on a tawny-striped kitten not realizing it's a shapeshifter currently in hiding. Discovering the gorgeous but troubled Owen's secret plunges the witch-in-training into a dangerous and romantic adventure that'll test her magical abilities like never before.Extended description
When reluctant teen witch Brenda Collins is sent by her mother to a magical pet shop to pick out her animal familiar, she settles on a small tawny-striped kitten not realizing it's a shapeshifter currently in hiding. Discovering the gorgeous but troubled Owen's secret plunges the witch-in-training into a dangerous and romantic adventure that will test her magical abilities like never before.Familiar is a stand alone 10,000 word YOUNG ADULT SHORT STORY, originally published in the "Kiss Me Deadly" anthology.
Tags
romance, fantasy, young adult, witch, teen, shapeshifterAvailable ebook reading formats
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Review by:
Jackie Unknown
on July 05, 2011 :
Wow that story was really cute :) It might be short, (about 10,000 words -.-) but it's worth reading anyhow.
I know this review is so small, but hey, I don't know what flaws to point out cause I can't find one ;)
It's only a dollar!!! Read it
(reviewed the day of purchase)
Review by:
Lisa C
on June 29, 2011 :
This was a quick but cute read. Brenda really isn't interested in being a witch but agrees to go to the Witch Shop and pick out a familiar and ends up getting more than she bargained for and a series of adventures ensue.
It set up two likable characters and I wouldn't mind reading a full length story about Brenda and Owen.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)
Review by:
Kelly Rubidoux
on June 19, 2011 :
This was a quick little read but it was cute and it features one of my favorite themes - the idea that family doesn't necessarily have to be the people you're born to but rather the people who are there for you in your time of need.
Brenda was a typical teenage girl who just happens to be a witch in training. She fights against her mom's good advice. She blows off the things she should be focusing on. She only goes to pick out her familiar to get her mom off her back. Like I said, typical. Owen, on the other hand, is decidedly untypical. He's all alone and he's looking for a way back into his pack. He's done what he has to do to stay safe and being mystically bound to Brenda throws him for a loop.
For a short story it doesn't feel like we've been slighted on character development. I really wouldn't mind more set in this world.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
(reviewed within a month of purchase)
Review by:
Rose May B
on June 05, 2011 :
First off, let me say that some of the very first adult paranormal romance books I read were by Michelle Rowen, and I loved them (I believe it was her series about Thierry and Sarah Dearly). Her young adult short story, Familiar, captures some of her signature spunk that I love – though I really did wish it was longer. It had a lot of potential that simply wasn’t fulfilled in the 10,000 word limit.
The short story is about a young witch-in-training, Brenda, going to pick out her familiar. She chooses a runty little kitten – only to find out that this kitten is actually a shape-shifter named Owen. Brenda and Owen, in their little two-day adventure, run into quite a bit of trouble with werewolves and a really nasty older brother named Jeremy (Gr!!!). They help one another explore their situations and fears (albeit, rather hurriedly – this is a short story). A little bit of love blossoms, a happy ending occurs.
What does Ms. Rowen do well? She captures the essence of teenage uncertainty, desire to belong, and desire to please. She also writes the completely illogical nature of teenage logic (i.e. I don't want to disappoint my mother by being bad at magic, so instead I won't even try) really well. Any teenager would be able to easily relate, and all of us who have been teenagers once recall those feelings with clarity. If the story had been a little bit longer she could’ve done a better job developing the story and the characters and added more of her signature witty flair. As it was, it wasn’t bad – in fact it was pretty good for a story of its length. If you’re looking for a quick, fast-paced, light read, this is a book to pick up.
To read more of my reviews (mostly adult romances) visit: http://romantic-rosesblog.blogspot.com
(reviewed within a month of purchase)
Review by:
Fictional Bookshelf
on May 15, 2011 :
Oh, my this was a fantastic read! Brenda and Owen were mesmerizing from the beginning. With Brenda’s witchy background and Owen’s furry second nature, I was a captive audience to Michelle Rowen’s fast, witty, charming, and dangerous plot.
While werewolves, magic, and devious brothers lurked in the storyline the budding romance between Brenda and Owen made this a literary treat.
Michelle’s short story Familiar is without a doubt one of the best short stories I’ve ever read. The cleanliness of the ‘heat’ between the couple made this intriguing paranormal story a great book to offer to teens.
As an added bonus I found it comical to.
I would definitely recommend this story to everyone young or old.
(reviewed the day of purchase)