Review: The Witch by Lily Black

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Review of The Witch by Lily Black (100 words)

Flash Point Science Fiction, Feb 2025 : Read Online

Short, powerful fantasy flash fiction. I adore such pieces. A singular scene with immense feeling and stakes. Read it.

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