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cwebb's review against another edition
4.0
Witches! Witches are bad. But... naked. In the Woods. But still bad.
heregrim's review against another edition
5.0
I liked this introduction as Atticus seeks to help an elemental with some witches!
vikingwolf's review against another edition
4.0
On a road trip with Oberon, Atticus notices three witches in a car who look as if they are up to no good. When he follows them, he realises they are using a spell to trap a forest elemental and doesn't hesitate to go to the rescue.
I liked this story. It is short so saying anything much about it would be a spoiler but it was nice to see what the forest can do when it is attacked by bitch witches!
I liked this story. It is short so saying anything much about it would be a spoiler but it was nice to see what the forest can do when it is attacked by bitch witches!
philibin's review against another edition
3.0
(3.0 Stars)
fun little story. I think I have a good deal of background into the character, and next up is the first novel in the series.
fun little story. I think I have a good deal of background into the character, and next up is the first novel in the series.
sleepygirlreads_'s review against another edition
3.0
I liked this one a little more then Clan Rathskeller because it gave us something new - the conversation with earth and how the conversation worked.
However, for such a short story it got pretty violent and graphic.
However, for such a short story it got pretty violent and graphic.
jscarpa14's review against another edition
4.0
*** NOTE MY REVIEWS OFTEN CONTAIN SPOILERS***
In this story Atticus and Oberon take a trip to Kaibab Plateau for some running and hunting. On the way they stop at a coffee shop where the come across an unknown witch that attracts Atticus's attention just basically because she is a witch and he doesn't trust them. The story apparently occurs a considerable amount of time before Hounded as Oberon has no idea yet about all the dangers in his owner's life. When they reach the Plateau, Atticus communes with the elemental Kaibab who later in the story requests Atticus's help to be saved from the same witch and her friends from the coffee shop.
For a short story this was a very entertaining and enjoyable read. Hearne again introduces a variety of different beings, explaining them quickly and efficiently. He creates well-rounded characters and has an engaging plot. However as I've mentioned before I'm not really a fan of the short story because the goals of it are never as heavy or intense as you'd find in a novel. There's just not enough room for that to occur. Considering the length of this story, the stakes were above the norm and the action was intense.
The only thing I'm starting to wonder about after having read three stories by this writer is if he's one of those anti-women guys. I've yet to meet a female character in his novels who is 100% good guy. Each has their own motives and nefarious means. They may not each be all bad, but they are each have considerably more in the negative sides of their agenda than the male characters do. It gives the impression that all women are manipulative and power seeking. I'm hoping in future works Hearne will introduce a female character who is Atticus's equal at least on the honor front. Meaning she doesn't need to have the same amount of power he does, but she needs to be a character that doesn't have some negative hidden agenda. Just my thoughts.
Another thing I like about this story is the way Hearne is able to express views on the general social culture in society through Atticus's thoughts and conversations. What's neat about it is when he says it it doesn't sound like he's bitching about what happened to the world today, it sounds more like an observation that the reader has trouble not agreeing with just because of the way its voiced. He insults the American public and their general intelligence repeatedly throughout his work and somehow manages to make it not sound like he's bashing on all the people potentially reading his book. I find that pretty impressive and I have to say that I've really enjoyed reading what I've picked up by this author so far.
Overall if you like Urban Fantasy and you enjoy short stories this one is definitely one worth reading.
In this story Atticus and Oberon take a trip to Kaibab Plateau for some running and hunting. On the way they stop at a coffee shop where the come across an unknown witch that attracts Atticus's attention just basically because she is a witch and he doesn't trust them. The story apparently occurs a considerable amount of time before Hounded as Oberon has no idea yet about all the dangers in his owner's life. When they reach the Plateau, Atticus communes with the elemental Kaibab who later in the story requests Atticus's help to be saved from the same witch and her friends from the coffee shop.
For a short story this was a very entertaining and enjoyable read. Hearne again introduces a variety of different beings, explaining them quickly and efficiently. He creates well-rounded characters and has an engaging plot. However as I've mentioned before I'm not really a fan of the short story because the goals of it are never as heavy or intense as you'd find in a novel. There's just not enough room for that to occur. Considering the length of this story, the stakes were above the norm and the action was intense.
The only thing I'm starting to wonder about after having read three stories by this writer is if he's one of those anti-women guys. I've yet to meet a female character in his novels who is 100% good guy. Each has their own motives and nefarious means. They may not each be all bad, but they are each have considerably more in the negative sides of their agenda than the male characters do. It gives the impression that all women are manipulative and power seeking. I'm hoping in future works Hearne will introduce a female character who is Atticus's equal at least on the honor front. Meaning she doesn't need to have the same amount of power he does, but she needs to be a character that doesn't have some negative hidden agenda. Just my thoughts.
Another thing I like about this story is the way Hearne is able to express views on the general social culture in society through Atticus's thoughts and conversations. What's neat about it is when he says it it doesn't sound like he's bitching about what happened to the world today, it sounds more like an observation that the reader has trouble not agreeing with just because of the way its voiced. He insults the American public and their general intelligence repeatedly throughout his work and somehow manages to make it not sound like he's bashing on all the people potentially reading his book. I find that pretty impressive and I have to say that I've really enjoyed reading what I've picked up by this author so far.
Overall if you like Urban Fantasy and you enjoy short stories this one is definitely one worth reading.
shaekin's review against another edition
4.0
Like some of the other short stories, I don't think this was referenced anywhere in the novels, so you won't miss anything if you skip this one, but it was still a good short story. The issue might be cleared up a little too easily, but it's still a fun read.
kitvaria_sarene's review against another edition
5.0
This one felt a bit different then the other stories. I kind of felt like reading a mash up of Harry Dresden and Atticus. Since I do love Butchers stories too, that was nothing t upset me though ;) I ploughed through this short story in no time, and was very well entertained. I just wish it would have been longer ;)
straciehniezdo's review against another edition
5.0
Zatiaľ najlepšia poviedka z Gaiinho štítu (4 mám už prečítané). Také typické druidovské, veľa rozhovorov s Oberonom a tak :3
berls's review
3.5
Of the three shorts prior to Hounded, this was my favorite. It was a lot less ridiculous and lot more informative about who Atticus is -- specifically as the last Druid. I really appreciated the glimpse into his role as a protector of the earth/nature. And it also added to my understanding of why Atticus has such a dislike for witches. Oh and we also get to see a nice glimpse of his free time with Oberon, so that was also nice. Based off of this short (unlike the other 2), I probably would have picked up Hounded.