A Monster's Tears

by Roberta Pescow

Overview

Gentle, creative Percy has always been content with a simple life in his poor medieval village. Orphaned at a young age, he has always managed to get by and is more interested in sketching nature than seeking his fortune. All that changes as he begins to mature and fall in love with his best friend, Leandra.

Desperate not to lose Leandra to her parents' shallow materialism, Percy considers the old village legend of a terrible monster who lives in a castle, deep in the woods. They say anyone who can make the monster cry will inherit the castle and all its riches. Over the years, many have taken the quest, but none have ever returned.

Percy has never harmed another, and has no desire to do so, but he feels he has run out of options.

A Monster's Tears is a short story of approximately 3,700 words.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940044677395
Publisher:	Roberta Pescow
Publication date:	06/21/2012
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
File size:	190 KB
Age Range:	12 Years

About the Author

About the author: Roberta Pescow is a freelance writer with articles featured on over 200 websites nationwide. She is also a jazz singer with Narrow Escape Duo, performing at venues in and around Northern New Jersey. Roberta is a proud mother of two, and holds a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. As a long time vegetarian, she has a deep love and respect for all creatures. When she gets some free time, Roberta also enjoys sculpture, photography, reading, swimming and quiet time with family, friends and her beloved dog, Summer.