The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

Above and Beyond by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 12 pages | Finished | Dec-02 Cast: Cameal, Chris, That?s, Michael, Gabrielle
After centuries of TPTB running the show, the warrior bard turns it around.
I really enjoyed this story. It was soul-satisfying, if you'll pardon the pun. It was a story of love, loyalty and dedication. I've often wondered if I had a guardian angel, and this tale made me feel a little more hopeful. I'd like to thank the author for sharing this wonderful story with us. I hope to see more! - Taleweaver - Dec 31st, 2002    This is a wonderful story. It boths tugs at your heart, and fills you with hope. A perfect little retreat from reality. - Anonymous - Jan 20th, 2003    Annemaart has "nailed it." I loved this one - it shows so much understanding of the way life really is! This one's a gem. - Pysta - Jun-12-2006

Edge of Nowhere (The) by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Novel - 336 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Pyrron, Lao, Thalia, Ma, Conqueror Honors/Awards:  #89 in 2006     Part 1 of the Conqueror Series Series List: Edge of Nowhere (The), Path of Thorns
This is one of the best conqueror novels i've ever had the pleasure of reading. Keeps you on the edge of your seats to the very end. MUST READ THIS STORY!!!! great diversity of characters... gabrielle was simply brilliant.is there any possibility for a sequal? if not then keep em coming! this author has to continue writing... - Snuff - Oct 25th, 2003    I know I'm not suppose to comment on myself , but I couldn't think of another way to reach you, Snuff, and let you know that: yes, there is gonna be a sequel :). Part 1 is already finished and I'm gonna send that to the Atheneum soon, but since I've tossed 50 html files at the creators of this wonderful site last time, I figured I'd be nice and lay low for a little while ;). If you're impatient and you wanna read it now, just send me an email and I'll point you in the right direction, kay? Ow, and thank you for the nice feedback :). Edge is my personal favorite (don't tell the others, they'll get jealous ;)) so it's really nice to know other people are enjoying it as well :). - Annemaart (aka the author ;)) - Oct 28th, 2003    Very nice take on the conqueror genre, I like the ideal of a strong Gabrielle rather than a broken slave as so many do.One thing that annoyed me was you need to check it for improper word use. (piece instead of peace, rain instead of reign) - Alara - Oct 30th, 2003    If you don't normally read Conqueror stories think about changing your habits with this wonderful piece of fiction. Gabrielle is a strong and very capable resistance fighter, but her will and her heart are tested by the very charming Xena The Conqueror. Xena's not perfect by any stretch, but she sure is likeable here. I've read this a number of times now and I still love it. Anne is currently writing a sequel (Path Of Thorns) which is turning out just as good. - Sai - Sep-11-2006    love the story! glad to hear a sequel is in the works. i will be waiting and watching. - kjviking - Sep-28-2006    This is a most excellent take on the Conqueror genre. I've just read it for the second time, and I think it gets better with each re-read. - Anonymous - Dec-15-2006    My highest praise goes out to this author!! I've read this story several times (and the sequels)and each time I get the same great big thrill I did the first time I sat down and read it. I BEG Annemaart to continue writing...you are a bright shining star in the Xenaverse!!! - JC - Oct-22-2007    this is one of the best conqueror stories i have ever read. What makes this different from the rest,is that gabrielle is not a slave and xena shows a wonderful sense of humor inspite of her being the conqueror. I luv it..Its a must read! - leia - Oct-28-2007    One of my fav conqueror series, definitely a "thumps up"! - OmisLiebling - Dec-11-2007    One of the best conqueror stories ever. Especially for Gabfans. - Anonymous - Mar-23-2008    One of the best Xena Conqueror / Gabrielle stories ever written - Kthac - Apr-09-2008

Eye Of The Needle by Annemaart     

Original / Uber | Ancient | Alternative | Adventure | Novella - 100 pages | Finished | Cast: Lara, Cathy, Matthew, Catherine, John
A thrilling adventure with characters that capture the spirit of firsts seasons X&G. Wonderful story. I can?t wait for a sequel! - Pru - Oct 14th, 2003    this story together with its sequel "Mutiny" are fantastic!! beautifully written, with relentlessly twisted, edge-of-the-seat, junk-food-scarfing plot. kudos to the bard! - Kat - Oct-11-2007    Loved the high seas and swashbuckling adventures. Be sure to read Mutiny after this one. - Kali - Dec-17-2007

Father of All Evil by Annemaart     

Xena | General | Adventure | Novel - 229 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Alex, Parmenios, Alexander, Elis

Heads by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 4 pages | Finished |

I'll Take The High Road by Annemaart     

Xena | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 2 pages | Finished |

Me, Myself, and I by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Humor | Very Short Story - 9 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Aphrodite
This is such a funny little story. Another proof of how talented this author is - Anonymous - Nov-09-2007

Mutiny by Annemaart     

Original / Uber | Ancient | Alternative (Mature) | Adventure | Novella - 94 pages | Finished | Cast: Lara, Cathy, Matthew, Catherine, Karl, Kennard, Robert, Peters, Fletcher, Walters

Path of Thorns by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Novel - 442 pages | Finished | Nov-03 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Iona, Caspar, Thalia, Niobe, Benitor, Ares, Odell Part 2 of the Conqueror Series Series List:
This story picks up a month after where Edge ended. Everything seems to be working out, between Xena and Gabrielle, between Xena and Iona...But things are never as easy as they seem. And when you're dealing with a confusing relationship that is constantly being attacked, a hormone-ridden teenager with newly discovered godly powers, meddling gods and a new threat coming from overseas....Well...Then you've got yourself a new story.
Well well well... you've done it again haven't you! only part one and already im hooked. can't wait for part two... actually i can because i have to but i don't have to like it! By the way, your fear of not being able to do sequels? understandable but you have absolutely nothing to worry about! believe me, path of thorns is already starting to shape up as good as the "Edge". Your ability to show a side of characters that are very much set in their ways is very refreshing. Xena especially is interesting to explore from this new perspective.KEEP IT COMING!!! - Snuff - Dec 6th, 2003    I absolutely LOVED Edge of Nowhere. I am very excited that you are continuing the saga in Path of Thorns.However, I am hesitant to read the story because it is unfinished, and actually barely started.Are you going to finish Path of Thorns..?? If so, soon...??? - Anonymous - Mar 19th, 2004    please finish this...edge of nowhere was amazing and this will be just as good i'm sure. More! more! - vee - Jun-25-2006    Yes, annoying writer barging in on her own feedback again . Sorry, but thought this would be a good platform. I've been getting some emails as of late inquiring about whether or not Path is going to get finished. The simple answer to this is: yes, of course it will be. I've never not finished a story and this definitely won't be the first. So no worries. My own site is updated more frequently and you can also join my yahoogroup (AnnemaartsStoryUpdates) which is updated even more frequently (I try to send a small piece out once a week). So, all I'm saying is, bear with me, I know it's been a long wait for this story to get finished, but I assure it will be and I'm doing my best to make it worth the wait ;). - Annemaart - Nov-20-2006    I admit it, I'm just as hooked on this one as I was on Edge. Thanks for continuing one of the most exciting stories around. - Anonymous - Dec-15-2006    This one, like all the histories of Annemaart, is FANTASTIC. But sadly, I thinks that this one will never be finished. But I will wait anyway because Annemaart worth the waiting. - Anonymous - Mar-08-2007    Hurray! A new update! Thank you very much Annemaart for keeping up with this wonderful sequel. (The first one was the reason, why I started reading Conqueror fic) Of course, now I have to live through another cliffhanger... *sigh* - Mel - Apr-06-2007    breathtaking! one of the very best conqueror stories ever. Definitely the most amazing portrayal of Gabrielle. thunderous applauds for the author!!!! - Kat - Oct-16-2007    Riveting, perfectly paced story. It had action, drama and romance. I absolutely loved the portrayal of Gabrielle as a strong, multi-faceted character. I've read so many stories in the Xenaverse and I have to say, this is my favorite series. Well done!! If you haven't read this, you are missing out on something very special. - Anonymous - Oct-21-2007    Wow! what a wonderful sequel! Its one of the best conqueror stories i have read! Riveting.A must Read! - leia - Oct-28-2007    Grat sequel. It is a bit depressing in the middle but the end is great. The only thing I didn't like is that the author writes at the end that this is her farewell to the xenaverse :-((((((. Please reconsider. - Anonymous - Mar-23-2008

Spellbound by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 131 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Genyo, Iyo, Akemi, Kami, Matsuo Links: The Academy of Bards

Spellbound by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Novella - 145 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Akemi, Nakthi, Naeem
A very good post-FIN story. In a way, very in tune with the show, IMHO, though the subtext is there. :-) Don't forget the box with hankies but the story is worth it! - Mel - Nov-09-2007    One of the first fan fics I ever read. Well worth a read. - Elaine - Apr-13-2008

What If... by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished |

When Cutting Off A Serpent's Head by Annemaart     

Xena | Alternative | Adventure | Very Short Story - 5 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Diotima

Xena's Day Off by Annemaart     

Xena | General | Adventure | Very Short Story - 5 pages | Finished | Cast: Gabrielle, Xena