My very dear Hayle coven reader:
As you may recall, in 2014, Family Magic won World's Best Story. At that time, I was asked to write some short fiction in the voices of some of the characters in Syd's world. I was never able to release them the way I wanted. And so, I offer them here, at the beginning of a new journey for a young Hayle coven heir so very much like her mother it makes my heart ache. A trip back in time and yet feeling as familiar as ever.
I hope you enjoy them. My very best,
Patti
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Meira
It was impossible not to notice her, though everyone but the two boys bullying her seemed to be doing just that. I was guilty, too, as I ducked my head and tried to ignore the fact they were calling her names, making her cry.
I hated myself for staying out of it. I knew Syd would
