3,847 words (≈ 15 minutes)
Eleven-year-old Barton has never been accepted in the artists' commune at the fringe of the Empire. He's not gifted at painting or sculpture, after all-the only aptitude he seems to possess is magical ability. Unfortunately, nobody wants to help him develop his gift. Worse, his sister's gift for magic is so insignificant she's practically stunted-a shameful condition that condemns one to the most menial existence. Barton realizes his future lies beyond the huts of… (more)
Language: English
Written in: 2010
Published: 2011-01-04
Word count: 3,847 words (≈ 15 minutes)
License: Attribution Share Alike (cc by-sa)
Tags: emo, outcast, misfit, growth, stunted, Magic, coming of age
10 books