The Trouble with Luck

By Teri J. Dluznieski M.Ed.

Esha and Pasha have just about everything they could want. A nice house, their own ponies, private tutors. The only thing they don't have--- money can't buy. They have grown up, watching their mother get sicker and sicker, until she is no longer able to care for them herself. But now they are on the brink of awareness and trying to figure out who they each will be. Logical and smart Esha, intuitive and rash Pasha.

After many years of looking after themselves, as well as their mother, the last thing they want is a governess watching over them. The pair of them are smart and devious-- no match for nursemaids. Especially one who is afraid of magic. And snakes.

Each incident causes both sides to raise the stakes, a war that is intensified because of their fears for their mother. Will the twins manage to find some stability and balance in their threatened world before their latest opponent crushes their spirit?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Teri J. Dluznieski M.Ed.
• Release date: Mar 20, 2018

Teri J. Dluznieski M.Ed.

I read The Hobbit when I was ten- and read the whole series a thousand times over, before I was sixteen. I also read a lot of the classic sci fi and fantasy books. A few years later, a friend introduced me to the books that made me a convert: CJ Cherryh. A list that quickly grew and expanded. After being a lit major/anthropology, I found a deep appreciation in fantasy and sci fi. The combination of entertainment reading, and tackling deep and important issues- I was hooked. In my writing, I draw on my shamanic training and comparative religion, as well as cultural anthropology and medieval history- crafting complex worlds and believable cultures. I draw on all my past experiences- from horse training, to sword-making as well. But mostly, I enjoy playing the “what if” game, and then turning characters loose and watching what happens. The end result is a world that lays just outside our own reality- that just maybe, we can reach one day. Until then, we can share their adventures in the stories they bring to life. ***************************************************************************************************************************************** TJ has done just about everything- from making swords, to training horses, teaching HS, and even a fully initiated practicing shaman. As a writer, she draws on all of her past experiences to create rich and diverse worlds. Her world, of Chanmyr blends fantasy, magic and deeper social issues. And she loves goats! You can find out more about that world and read several free stories at http://tjmuir.com, or find her on her facebook page at http://facebook.com/tjmuirauthor and twitter @tjmuirauthor where you can find out more about her latest writing, and see pictures of her goats!

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The Trouble with Luck

The Trouble with Luck

A Chanmyr Chronicles Companion Story

TJ Muir

This is a work of fiction. All characters are a work of fiction from the author's imagination and are sole ownership of the author.

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Adventure and intrigue!

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TJ Muir is a master storyteller and world-builder. Chanmyr is rich and believable.

JC KANG, USA-TODAY AND AMAZON BES-SELLING AUTHOR OF DRAGON SONGS SAGS

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If you like fantasy with rich characters, an intricate world, and lots of intrigue and action, you'll be remiss if you don't pick up these books.

BRANDON BARR, AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE SONG OF THE WORLDS SERIES

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THE CHANMYR CHRONICLES

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ON BORROWED LUCK

BEFORE LUCK RUNS OUT

BETWEEN LUCK AND MAGIC

IN LUCK'S SHADOW (COMING SPRING 2018)

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CHANMYR CHRONICLES COMPANION STORIES

POKING THE BEAR

STOLEN LUCK (INTO THE DEEPWOODS ANTHOLOGY)

WHEN THE WIND CALLS

HUNTER'S GAMBIT

A SOLDIERS DEBT

The Trouble with Luck

The shutter banged loudly. Korina jumped. Quick reflexes saved the pot of venison stew she was holding. Dropping it onto the stove with a clatter, she spun around to see what the noise was .

A head popped down over the edge of the roof, rich copper locks waving in the sudden breeze, startling her further. She gasped. Esha! What are you doin’?

Esha was hanging upside down, climbing in the kitchen window from the roof outside. Several grunts and twists later, she was half inside the room. Korina grabbed hold of her, helping her down. The girl panted, dusting herself off and straightening her clothes. Climbing down the roof didn't bother the girl. Tearing her favorite green leggings might be the end of the world. Satisfied her clothes were safe. She stood upright. And when she met Korina’s gaze, her face wore a decided expression of triumph.

Korina took hold of her, examining her for any injuries.

I'm fine, Esha insisted.

"In that case, explain ta me why you just