Heads, I Live. Tails, I Die: A Dark Urban Fantasy Short
Jay struggles with an unwanted ability and the accidents that happen to his family.
- Themes
- Guilt and responsibility, A troubling ability, Family misfortune
Jay’s Troubling Ability
Come here for
- A short story centered on guilt and family misfortune
- Jay’s school days and reliance on a bottle
Expect
- A coin and gun as Jay’s only solace
- A tense question about whether the toss will favor him
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Gripping, tense and dark, Heads, I Live. Tails, I Die is a short story that will haunt you far beyond the final page.Lucky Jay never asked for his ability. He'd never wish it on anyone. It's hard to live with yourself when you're the cause of the 'accidents' that happen to your family. The bottle helps him get through school days, but it's no redemption. His only solace is the coin and gun. When will the toss land in his favor? Read more
Publisher details
- Authors
- Jake Allinson
- Format
- Print & ebook