Books like Shards & Ashes by Melissa Marr
Shards & Ashes presents a varied assemblage of short tales that traverse supernatural intrigue and psychological suspense. Readers will find gripping narratives from a diverse lineup of authors, each contributing a distinctive voice to the anthology. The volume offers an engaging, compact experience for fans of genre fiction and newcomers alike.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Melissa Marr
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