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Intriguing piece, Anil. Is it part of a larger work?
Thanks! Yes, it’s essentially the first chapter of ‘Wydda’ (see sidebar)
Very cool. I liked the story a lot.
Thanks so much 🙂
Great opening chapter! Couldn’t stop reading it — you held the suspense brilliantly. Is there a way to buy the rest of the book but not for Kindle?
Thanks, unfortunately it isn’t yet but watch this space!