A Man and His Unicorn
Please welcome Anthony Matthews to the site with his fantasy novel, A Man and His Unicorn:
Vern was an ordinary college instructor and looking forward to spring break. But on the last day of classes and dreaming about a gorgeous gal, he woke up in a white washed world with nothing there! … That included his clothes (oops). He found himself on the other side of the mirrors and could look out of any mirror. With a few false starts (didn’t that woman ever hear of someone asking for directions), he got himself out and back into the real world and his own home … He then wished he stayed put.
A wizard from a race of humanoid toads wanted Vern to come to his world to aid in defending the toads from two different races. Vern’s talents were hidden - he was a special bachelor (did that mean “easy to get rid of”?). He would be a powerful though inexperienced wizard in the other world. “Please come, the situation is desperate”, pleaded the toad. Vern, of course, refused. Then after some persuading (and turning Vern’s world even more upside down), Vern said he’d think about it.
Sunday morning, Vern found himself in another world. “I said I’d THINK about it!” snapped Vern. But he was now committed. After meeting a few individuals who wanted to slice, dice, or otherwise harm him, Vern got into the quest. Then he met a beautiful Red unicorn stallion with magical powers. The unicorn took immediately to Vern. Vern was thrilled - then he remembered why unicorns took to certain people … Vern didn’t have too much success in dating (he swore he was a good kisser). Hopefully, he’ll have more success in staying alive.
April 16th, 2008 at 2:41 pm
Hi Anthony,
I have to be honest, I have not listened to your novel… yet
I was attracted to your book because of the cover art. I love it!!!!
Being a graphic designer, I think it’s great.
I am sure your story is great. I look forward to listening to it soon.
For now, congrats on the art work.
May 13th, 2008 at 11:35 am
The story was only poor to fair (though there were some mildly humorous portions). Not only was the audio bad but the narration was (IMNSHO) poor. Unfortunately, I can’t recommend this: I fear teenagers would be bored, it’s a little risque for children, and adults (like me) might slog through it, but…well, it’s just unremarkable. Sorry — just not my kind of story.
June 7th, 2008 at 11:28 pm
I thought this book was fantastic! (Which is probably a good thing for a fantasy book…) I was absolutely hooked within the first couple of minutes. I loved the humour in it which was often understated and hence all the more amusing. The purity and innocence of the characters was like a breath of fresh air. It was a truly delightful book and I loved every minute of it. Thank you for such good entertainment and I eagerly await your next book!!!