The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

Another Second Chance by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 15 pages | Finished | Apr-02 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Argo Honors/Awards:  #37 in 2003     Part 1 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
The Gods had sent them back for another second chance. Xena wanted to settle down, and have a place that was home - a home for Gabrielle. She wanted to stop the incessant, life threatening trips they had been taking, and to be happy, and for her to be happy, Gabrielle must be at peace. The thoughts had been nagging at her for some time, pretty much every time Gabrielle had been in danger or had been hurt because of her. This was what the Gods would want them to do, to settle down and enjoy life. This second chance was a reward for the pain they had endured. They both had so much to offer. They could certainly continue to give back to the world while they made a life for themselves, together.
very sweet portrayal. - Anonymous - Feb-09-2010    This is starting off to be a good tale . The writting is good and I enjoy the way Xena and Gabrielles' relationship is developing. I look forward to reading the next tale in the series. - Uber Goober - Nov-15-2010    This was one in a series, a series that's comprised of 6 stories - that despite it's length manages to keep you interested with some affective moments. Not outstanding but definitely solid. - kazy - Aug-13-2011    it was a good series. I liked it a lot. Worth the time to read! - Starry - Sep-28-2011

Blood of an Amazon by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 22 pages | Finished | Feb-00 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Saren, Kameiro, Amarice Part 4 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
In the fourth story of this series, Xena and Gabrielle spend some time with the amazons and pay a visit to Potedaia.
I have enjoyed all the tales in this series so far and would recommend reading them to anyone that likes good romantic stories. - uber goober - Nov-17-2010

Drums Beat for You (The) by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 14 pages | Finished | Jan-00 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Saren Part 3 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
In the third story of an alternate time line which takes place during the 5th season, after the visit to the town of Spamona, and without Xena becoming pregnant or Gabrielle adopting a horse, Xena is more than halfway through the Trial of Adoption, and getting ready to settle down with Gabrielle.
Good entertaining tales. Well worth reading. - uber goober - Nov-17-2010

In the Company of Warriors by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 17 pages | Finished | Jan-00 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Saren, Shalaba Part 2 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
In the second story of an alternate time line which takes place during the 5th season, Xena and Gabrielle happily made their way to Amphipolis, where they informed Xena's elated mother of their plans. However, they run into trouble after leaving Amphipolis. Ending up with the Amazons, Xena finds that she has to go through the 'Trial of Adoption' to be with the Amazon Queen.
I am really enjoying this series of tales and the direction the author is taking our beloved characters.I find it to be very entertaining and look forward to reading more. - uber goober - Nov-15-2010

Next Amazon Queen (The) by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 16 pages | Finished | Apr-02 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Kameiro Part 5 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
In the fifth installment of this alternate timeline series, Xena and Gabrielle are at the amazon's, awaiting the birth of their child. All seems to be going well, until a certain godly interception.
great series. very entertaining. - uber goober - Nov-18-2010    I find I enjoy the Author's alternative time line to season five better than the actual series. BardBlue's version is a whole lot spicey-er. :) - uber goober - Nov-18-2010

Parent Trap (The) by BardBlue     

Xena | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 17 pages | Finished | Apr-02 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Kameiro, Amarice, Ares, Artemis Part 6 of the Second Chance Series Series List: Another Second Chance, In the Company of Warriors, Drums Beat for You (The), Blood of an Amazon, Next Amazon Queen (The), Parent Trap (The)
In the sixth part of this series, Xena, Gabrielle, and the amazons try to figure out why Ares took Briena and Amarice. Does it have to do with an old prophesy? Is Amarice's child in peril as well? Read on to find out the fate of the Amazon Nation!
I loved this series of tales but it seems like it comes to an abrupt end with this story. I would like to see the series continue on. - uber goober - Nov-18-2010