The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction and Fan Fiction

Agape by Mayt

Original / Uber \| Modern \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 174 pages \| Finished \| Jun-02 Links: Published or soon to be published - no longer available online Part 2 of the Hesed Series Series List: Hesed, Agape
[Published work included in the novel Hesed. This novel can be purchased through Cavalier Press or Amazon.com.] Mayt continues the story begun in HESED as Nicole and Beth start a new life together facing not only the challenges of any new couple adjusting to differences in styles and ways of life - but of two people with some very deep-seeded philosophical differences. Despite having walked away from her church to be with her partner, Beth remains a profoundly religious person. Her faith impacts on all aspects of her life and is now both a source of joy and a source of anguish. Unable to remain without a church connection in her life, Beth accepts a new position as a hospital chaplain and starts to embrace a new church through that work but the biggest challenge to her faith is now much closer to home in the form of a partner who simply cannot accept Beth's god. Meanwhile, Nicole finds herself facing a crisis of her own as she starts to realize that she's always going to have to share the woman she loves with a god she cannot honor. It's a realization that leaves her feeling very much alone when she needs Beth most of all. With the love between them as the one undeniable truth in their lives, these two women will try to breach the gulf separating them, knowing that without that love neither will ever feel complete. It's a challenge that will require compromise, honesty, patience and above all else - faith in one another. [Published work included in the novel Hesed. This novel can be purchased through Cavalier Press or Amazon.com.]
Suspenseful, heartbreaking ... as wonderful as Hesed. Thanks for producing this series.E - E - Apr 14th, 2003 Agape has a rather more darker feel than the first - Hesed. Also, the author delves deeper into theology. If you like a story that engages your head as well as your heart, then this is one for you. When your done, I recommend the Xena/Gabrielle stories written too. - Stephanie - Apr 15th, 2003 This is part of a very good story. I have read this more than once and each time am treated to a new aspect of this story. - Bkwrmchar - Oct-13-2009 Awesome read! - Anonymous - Feb-05-2011 Es una historia que leí hace mucho y me encantó, desde principio a fin. Simplemente es increíble! Andrea. - Anonymous - Feb-17-2012

Chamber (The) by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novella - 70 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Simina, Eve, Malcolm, Draxis, Ephiny Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP
This story unfolds as a series of flashbacks while Gabrielle is held captive in a dark chamber by a warlord intent on ransoming her to the Amazons. Suffering from sensory deprivation, the bard keeps herself going through the weeks of captivity by remembering and retelling the tales of her life with Xena, from their initial days together to the more difficult times of the past few months, their crucifixion, Eve's birth and the sometimes painful changes that has brought to their relationship.. The second half of the story addresses some important issues the TV series has generally ignored and gives readers a glimpse at the love these two women share and the power this gives them to sometimes wound one another deeper than any sword could.
If your a fan of xena or enjoy a good story. Read this. I am extremely surprised it has not received a well deserved recommendation. - brighteyez08 - Oct-11-2009 A very touching story! - Starry - Jul-07-2010 very good. Soft spoken, characters retain their personalities and the traits that made them so successful. - ~M - Sep-23-2010 I enjoy this story. Great job. - sassy123 - Nov-27-2010

Emeth Stone (The) by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novella - 64 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Gabrielle, Ravin, Xena, Emeth, Andre, Compreda, Decevis, Cala Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP
This romantic mystery unravels like a challenging puzzle making you think you have all the appropriate pieces only to later throw newer ones into the mix. It opens in the desert where a brother and sister are fighting their tribe's enemies when a masked warrior comes to their aid. It's not the first time they've seen the small warrior. Andre has noticed that whenever his sister Ravin is in a battle the mysterious stranger shows up to help. Unbeknownst to them, the warrior is in an emotional struggle of her own - sensing that the desert woman she's committed to protect is the beloved soulmate she lost months before but knowing also that recovering that soulmate will not be easy. Internal and external forces are at work keeping them apart and to overcome those they're going to both have to face the innermost truths about themselves, their pasts and any future they may share together.
Another great story by this talented author. - brighteyez08 - Oct-11-2009 I love this author. Everything she writes is excellent. Please read her. You will not be dissappointed - promise - x/g fanfic fanatic - Dec-20-2009 What a great story. Well done - sassy123 - May-11-2011 Profundo. Exatamente como o amor deve ser. Quanto mais me conheço, mais percebo que tudo que fui, sou e serei é dela, por ela, para ela. - Paula Agath - Jul-11-2016

Fear Of Daylight (A) by Mayt

Xena \| General \| Drama \| Short Story - 32 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Sage Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 3 of the Silences Series Series List: Silences, Silences 2, Fear Of Daylight (A)
A follow-up to SILENCES II, this new tale finds the warrior and bard in an emotional quandary as Gabrielle struggles to come to terms with the recent events in her life, and with an almost irrational fear of losing the most important thing in her life. Concentrating heavily on the relationship, this is a character piece about overcoming adversity and learning from it.
This was one of the most thoughtful, beautiful stories I've ever read. It's almost a coming-of-age story, where one finally realizes that understanding the world isn't as important as understanding one's place in it, and understanding one's place in it isn't as important as understanding one's own heart and soul. Well done. - Anonymous - Feb-18-2008 This whole serious is intense and beautifully written. - brighteyez08 - Oct-11-2009

Hesed by Mayt

Original / Uber \| Modern \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novella - 124 pages \| Finished \| Links: Published or soon to be published - no longer available online Part 1 of the Hesed Series Series List: Hesed, Agape
[Published Work - No Longer Available Online] A contemporary uber tackling some of our most controversial modern-day issues, Hesed is the story of two very different women drawn together against all odds, at times against their better judgment, and finding in one another the purest truth they've ever known. On a cool Autumn night, Reverend Elizabeth Kelly is on her way back to her church after visiting one of the local Chicago community centers, when a dark stranger turns the evening into a memorable one, stealing the young priest's treasured cross but curiously leaving her unharmed. To her continuing surprise, soon thereafter, Beth meets the stranger only to learn that Nicole Thera, far from a simple street hood, is a respected business woman and the owner of a popular local nightclub catering to the gay/lesbian community. Drawn to the troubled and apologetic club owner, Beth sparks an unorthodox friendship that will have her helping Nicki through some personal demons and will eventually challenge the young priest to rethink all she's ever believed about her religion and about herself. [Published Work - No Longer Available Online]
Not sure if this story has ever made the top 25. If it hasn't it should be, along with it's sequel 'Agape'. If you haven't read it, treat yourself to something good. - Anonymous - Apr 10th, 2003 I agree with the recommendation of Hesed. From the opening moment when the priest gets a rude awakening, the story is riveting. It's intelligently written, with a well-developed plot and plenty of thought-provoking aspects to it. It's on my 10 favorite ubers list. - Anonymous - Apr 12th, 2003 I read this story a while back and thoroughly enjoyed, then I misplaced it and couldn't recall the title, so thanks to 'Anonymous' for bringing it back to my attention. It has a great balance of thought-provoking theology and mushy ol' lurve stuff. Off to read the sequel now... - Stephanie - Apr 13th, 2003 This is a very deep piece of writing. Not to everyone's taste but quite brilliant.I'd place it in the same category as Habaname - unusual, intelligent, beautifully written. The sequel is a worthy successor. E - E - Apr 14th, 2003 Hesed & Agape are excellent pieces of writings. Both were so well written and entertaining. Thanks go out to Mayt for writing them and to Anonymous for recommending them. - I.M. - May 2nd, 2003 there seems to be a break in the link to the story!! please help me find it!! - Coal Damian - Sep 20th, 2003 Highly recommend this story to all fanfic readers out there.Not only did i find it intelligent,its unique,and not preachy considering that religion is the main theme. - Anonymous - Nov 28th, 2003 I believe that this book is no longer available on the WWW. You can, however, find the book at Amazon Books. - Blue - Mar-23-2006 This is a FABULOUS piece of work!! I read it some years ago and just ran across it again. I attempted to pull it up but (dang!) it's no longer available online. I will have to buy the book and I go now to do exactly that! - JC - Mar-08-2008 I apologize, if this is the wrong place to put this but I think many people will be happy to learn that the first part of the trilogy (Hesed, Agape, Emet) Hesed was published again at the end of 2008. It can be found online under the author's name Maytee Asputo y. Gonzalez. - MOL - Feb-05-2009 That story (Hesed) was no longer available online because it was published, in a work what included in the novel Agape too. Theoretically, that could be purchased through Cavalier Press or Amazon.com. But NOT. I have tried to purchase these books (Hesed, Agape, Emet) for months. I left out and only came to sales (Hesed) at the end of 2008 (December) to Amazon. Only. Once. One. This is a INCREDIBLE - WONDERFUL BEAUTIFUL piece of work!! I LOVED! - Rosa - Feb-15-2009 very beautiful story.. - Anonymous - Aug-18-2009 One of my fave fics of all time. I still go back to rereading it whenever I can, and i never changes how much I love this fic. I also loved Agape, but Emeth, que 3rd installment was a little disappointing. But DO NOT MISS Hesed. Definitely one of the best out there and believe me, I read many :) - babyjune - Apr-29-2012

Mediations by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novella - 71 pages \| Finished \| Jan-02 Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Tovi, Ariel, Karis, Southern, Cici, Damia, Jamine, Artemis, Seda, Ari, Terreis Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 1 of the Mediations Series Series List: Mediations, Natural Causes, Vineyard by the Sea
Xena and Gabrielle have their hands full, and lives at stake, when they set out to heal the conflict between the Northern and Southern tribes of amazons. This is not just a tale about Xena and Gabrielle and their connection - it is also a tale about the Amazons - their continuing struggle to survive in a changing world, their dedication to one another, and the lessons a new generation of these proud young warriors will learn from two women whose lives have for so long been tied to their own.
I thought the story was one of the best I have read. Mayt's depiction of an adult Gabrielle was realistic and poignant. Years of traveling with Xena showed her strength and compassion, as well as an understanding of life. Mayt's depiction of Xena is the one I like the most of my readings as strong, intuitive wise and wonderful. With a strong sense of herself that guides her and keep her focus. She loves Gabrielle but doesn't allow her to control her. So often authors write Xena and Gabrielle as wondering travelers that are absorbed with each other. Mayt writes them as two people who has recognized each other strengths and weaknesses and learned from them. They are separated, yet they are one. They each have grown with an awakeness. Gabrielle has gained such wisdom from her association from Xena, she is a beautiful woman and no longer the little girl. Mayt's story is the first I read that showed the two as true soul mates. I can't wait to read another one of Mayt's stories. - Anonymous - Apr 29th, 2003 Warm and true to Amazons all over.Insightful and wonderful. Well worth your time. Dont miss it.Makes you proud to be a Sister. - Anonymous - Dec 25th, 2005 Another great story. Well done - sassy123 - May-31-2011 This was a good story. I can not wait to read the next two. - Starry - Jun-22-2011

My Lord by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Romance (alt) \| Novel - 176 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Conqueror, Gabrielle, Xena, Makia, Jared, Targon, Leah, Gaugan, Dalius, Trevor Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 1 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
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My Lord by MaytIf any reader of Mayt's stories has wondered what she would do with the Conqueror genre, the answer is My Lord. Mayt's Conqueror is a woman who rules with a sharp mind and a sharp sword. Her justice is not "easy to watch" neither is it "grievous." A young slave enters her household and slowly earns her regard. A relationship develops between the two women as the Conqueror's realm is challenged by internal and foreign forces. Their, at times, unexpected terms of engagement, both spoken and unspoken, mark what becomes a fragile and enigmatic bond. 176 pp. Published in three parts. - Author - Sep 11th, 2003 seems to be a broken link..help! - Anonymous - Sep 12th, 2003 Part of the First Part seems to be in binary format!!Can someone help? - Recalixa - Nov 7th, 2003 I just finished reading Mayt's Conqueror story, "My Lord" and found it to be excellent. The conqueror genre is one of my favorites and I try to read them all. This one has wonderful character development. We watch two women with very different histories (Xena, the Conqueror and Gabrielle, the slave) struggle to over come their past losses in life to find love with each other. I highly recommend this story. - Patricia - Jan 15th, 2004 Beautifull story. Beautifull written. - Renee (Netherlands) - Aug 18th, 2004 If you like Conqueror stories (and big doses of angst), this baby is for you! Mayt is a skilled writer who produces moving and engrossing stories. This is one of my faves ~ Don't miss it! - Chris - Aug 24th, 2004 I love conqueror stories!! And this ones is GREAT!! I highly recommend it!! - Kel - Mar 29th, 2005 What a great series! All the elements from the shows are here and rearranged quite effectively. Lovely dialogue. Good job, Mayt! - 3creeks - Jan-07-2007 by far the best conqueror story out there. i have read this one so many times i've lost count. - Anonymous - Feb-17-2008 Like a true myth, this story is told and retold again and again. But this one. WOW. I read it in one sitting. Awesome work ... head and shoulders above the rest. thank you. - osb - Feb-24-2008 there's a revised edition for the first in the my lord series. - Anonymous - May-01-2008 The best story ever!!!!! - giorginha - Jun-20-2008 Nice story :D Well worth the read. - lyneX - Jun-26-2008 I love these stories. Great job. - sassy123 - Nov-30-2010 Highly recommend Mayt's My Lord Conqueror Series. She will take you through a range of emotion and is truly an amazing bard. Wishing for the conclusion of the series. This series will leave an imprint on you. Loved the noble warrior that xena is throughout. Loved Gabrielle's compassionate, kind, lovely temperment. Well written, filled with angst and love. - Anonymous - Aug-29-2011 second time reading this story, i still remembered a lot about it.. since i first read it a year ago, means it left an impression.. it's nice to see that not only the relationship of the main characters evolves but their chemistry as well.. and all without graphic scenes.. - xtra dog - Nov-27-2011 this... this beautiful piece was my second conqueror story,since then i've read a lot of fiction, but God i look at this story and i remember all of if, i never cried as much as i did when i read this story,i liked the way gabrielle evolved, the way xena surrenders to love, the interaction between the characters, i simply loved the royal guard and their loyalty, ohh and the gods... no they couldn't stay away...this my bard is a masterpiece, you are awesome. READ IT PEOPLE AND YOU WON"T REGRET IT! 10! - braniac - Jan-06-2012 I fell in love with this series .... Until my lord athens now .......i jus cant finish it sorry - Amanda - Jan-07-2012 Few bards can capture Xena and Gabrielle's relationship in such an intense way. I love conqueror's stories, and this is for sure one of my favorites. READ IT! The whole series...too bad it's unfinished after the valentine's special. Hope Mayt does finish it someday. - babyjune - Apr-29-2012 Great story! I enjoyed it tremendously, lots of angst & push and pull elements in the story which I love. - Anonymous - Jul-16-2012 This is probably my favourite long conqueror series together with LJ Maas’s epic long conqueror series. Both are very well written, poignant and are about Xena’s quest for redemption with Gabrielle in her life. Well worth a read, you really feel the unconditional love that Xena holds for Gabrielle here. - Anonymous - Aug-01-2017

My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Romance (alt) \| Short Story - 20 pages \| Finished \| Feb-08 Part 8 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem

Wow! Such an intense series. I highly recommend it. I kowtow to you Mayt. I have read many fan fiction stories and to me, very few authors share the same degree of your talent in storytelling. Love, passion, sacrifice, honor, honesty, humility, forgiveness, and trust -- the only nine words that I can describe your stories. I've just finished reading "Hesed" in one reading yesterday and I can hardly wait for the second book. And I have just finished reading this series today and I can hardly to begin again. Thank you for sharing your talents. - BYL - Feb-22-2009 AWESOME! series!! Where's the final story tho....? - Nicole - Mar-23-2009 This series is amazingly awesome. You can practically hear everyone talking and acting it out in your head! And that _is_ something. Hope the rest of the story is finished or set out to read soon. A story that should be immortalized. - Twilight Eve Golden - Jul-20-2009 This whole series is amazing! I laughed, I cried, I railed against the author, bitterly consumed with emotions. Thank you for this tremendous offering! - Anonymous - Oct-23-2009

My Lord: Athens by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 215 pages \| Finished \| Dec-07 Part 7 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
Following the events of THE MEDALLION, against Xena's wishes, Gabrielle travels to Athens on a diplomatic mission. Gabrielle is soon faced with her most profound decision as Queen. As a consequences of her choice she suffers a series of sorrows. In turn, the events of Athens force Xena to defend her honor in the face of an intimate accuser.
Awesome!! I love Mayt's conqueror series, it's so different from the rest. Written beautifully like all the others in the series. A definite recommend!! - Anonymous - Dec-06-2007 What a great series! Of course I had to 'dip' into as soon as I'd seen it'd been posted. Of course, I read to the bloody end. One of my very favorite fanfic series. Read it... - Micah6 - Dec-08-2007 I think the My Lord series is well written and Mayt has offered up a interesting list of characters. Well worth the time taken to read it. - Eveh - Dec-11-2007 Finally! I've waited a year for a new installment of 'My Lord', and it was totally worth the wait. Mayt should have the 'My Lord' series published. Nobody does dialogs with the right dose of anguish, heartbreak, playfulness and flirting like she does. A must read. - Nikko - Dec-18-2007 I haven't cried this much in a long time reading this story. It truly touches the heart. The whole series is wonderful. Looking forward to the final story. - shk - Dec-18-2007 Mayt develops the characters of Xena and Gabrielle in a refreshing way in this Conquorer story, depicting both Xena and Gabrielle as strong in love and yet flawed in its commission, repeatedly failing in their efforts not to hurt one another. - ab - Jun-27-2009 I know this might sound terrible but this segment of the series absolutely ruined it for me ....ht - Amanda - Jan-07-2012 I totally get you, Amanda. Could not get enough of the series until this installment. - Anonymous - Feb-27-2014

My Lord: By the Fates by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 178 pages \| Finished \| Jul-04 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Conqueror, Jared, Stephen, Trevor, Tracate Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 3 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
Mayt continues her saga of the Conqueror of Greece, Xena of Amphipolis, and her young Queen, former slave, gifted storyteller, and compassionate healer, Gabrielle of Poteidaia. In this third installment of the My Lord series, Gabrielle must come to terms with her past in order to realize her destiny as Queen of Greece. In turn, Xena finds herself entangled in a wager between the God of War and the Goddess of Love. Though the godsÆ actions challenge the lives of both Conqueror and Queen, it is the revelation of a past fateful decision that has devastating consequences upon their union. This is a story that explores the nature of love, truth and loyalty extending beyond Gabrielle and Xena to include their closest confidants.
nice reversal of play, compared to the first story.. dite and ares make an appearance, but i missed dite's spunk.. well written so i'm off to read the next story in this series.. - xtra dog - Nov-28-2011 excellent work, but a bit difficult to read as the tone has changed to a more angsty work, nevertheless, well worth the read as the series continues -- squinty - Anonymous - Dec-27-2013

My Lord: Megara by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 197 pages \| Finished \| Mar-05 Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Stephen, Conqueror, Trevor, Tess, Thanos, Megara, Samuel, Jared, Bavavos Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 4 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
Megara has become more than a place for the Conqueror and her Queen, it has become a symbol of the unique bond they share. Mayt continues the story of the Royals as Xena returns to Corinth to once again rule Greece with Gabrielle. Though there is peace and prosperity in the realm, regions of discontent remain. The actions of an enemy of the state, as well as unrelated events, alters the relationships between the women, and a number of their closest confidants. By storyÆs end, both the creative and the marring forces of the Fates will be felt by all.
I highly recommend it!!The storyline is fanastic. I am happy that Mayt has not endedher conqueror story "My Lord". Please keep them coming. - Kel - Mar 29th, 2005 Nice! so happy for the continuation of this awsome conqueror series! A definite must read of this whole series! - blazinangelwings - Mar 30th, 2005 just like the injuries to the Conqueror, this story tore me apart and put me back together. enormous angst, but I could not quit. Great stuff, and the best example of love between our heroes. The best. - osb - Mar-06-2008 i enormously enjoyed the easy dialogue and banter between conqueror and queen.. as the story proceeds some of it gets lost.. but all is not lost.. this is a terrific story.. the best of the series so far.. - xtra dog - Nov-29-2011

My Lord: Solstice by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Short Story - 30 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Conqueror, Cyrene, Jared Links: The Bards Corner Part 2 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
Following the events of My Lord, as winter Solstice approaches, the Conqueror is summoned from a hunting trip to care for Gabrielle who has fallen seriously ill. In the course of caring for Gabrielle, Xena revisits recent events that have enlightened their ever evolving relationship.
This sequel is as moving as the first part of My Lord. Don't miss it. - Renee (Netherlands) - Aug 18th, 2004 a very loving and lovely solstice story.. - xtra dog - Nov-28-2011

My Lord: The Chosen's Promise by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 159 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Conqueror, Stephen, Samuel, Guardsman, Aphrodite, Casta Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 5 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
As a God's Chosen, Gabrielle and Xena feel the burden of being within the attentive sight of Aphrodite and Ares, respectively. A promise redeemed causes each woman to revisit promises made to one another and to abide by their consequences, no matter how difficult. Also, during this time Xena is presented with an opportunity to revisit her greatest sacrifice.
a sweet but sorrowful tale of love lost and found.. - xtra dog - Dec-12-2011

My Lord: The Medallion by Mayt

Conqueror \| Ancient \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novel - 168 pages \| Finished \| Jan-07 Part 6 of the My Lord Series Series List: My Lord, My Lord: Solstice, My Lord: By the Fates, My Lord: Megara, My Lord: The Chosen's Promise, My Lord: The Medallion, My Lord: Athens, My Lord: An Act of Love - Fidelity's Poem
Is it possible for a relationship to become too intimate, for the sharing of ones inner life to threaten an individual's sense of worthiness? Mayt explores these questions in this continuation of her Conqueror MY LORD seres. Following the events of THE CHOSEN'S PROMISE, Xena and Gabrielle travel to the small village of Civello in the north Grecian mountains. Alone, with their identities know only to a few, they enjoy an idyllic retreat. Their deepening bond results in unexpected and troubling consequences that they must face honestly if they are not to forfeit the most profound facet of their relationship.
Great addition to the "My Lord" series. It'd been a while since I read the others, so I had to re-read them all (not that this was a chore) to ensure I properly remembered all that was happening in this rich imagining of the Conqueror's world. - Anonymous - Jan-21-2007 A very good addition to the series! Mayt's usual captivating style and our two well loved characters. Most worthy of the time ypu will spend to read it! Enjoy! - xf - Mar-12-2007 I read the first 5 parts of 'My Lord' in ten days. I thought the series was over but great was the surprise with the addition of the last part. I cannot help but cry in every single installment of this great series. I highly recommend Mayt's 'My Lord'. It'll take you into a roller coaster of emotions. One of the best Conqueror series out there. - Nikko - Mar-30-2007

Natural Causes by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative \| Drama \| Novella - 141 pages \| Finished \| Feb-03 Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Julian, Karis, Ciara, Lael, Malina, Jamine Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 2 of the Mediations Series Series List: Mediations, Natural Causes, Vineyard by the Sea
Following the events in Mediations, a healer diagnoses a weakened Gabrielle with an illness that will take her life within six moons. Wishing to minimize the burden her care will place upon Xena, Gabrielle request that she and the warrior return to the Amazons. As Gabrielle struggles to face death with dignity, a frustrated Xena experiences the loss of hope and an accompanying anger toward the bard, who's acceptance of her approaching death Xena finds unfathomable. Woven into their story are the lives of the presiding Amazon Queen, the Amazon healers and a number of Amazon warriors who each, in their own way, cope with the approaching loss of their Queen and friend.
I was ready to kill the author for this heart wrenching story, but she saved herself. Thank you! That was wonderful - Piper - Dec 28th, 2002 What an outstanding storyteller Mayt is. Natural Causes was a real roller coaster of emotion, beautifully written. - Anonymous - Apr 27th, 2003

Silences by Mayt

Xena \| General \| Drama \| Short Story - 28 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Ephiny, Simina, Solari Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 1 of the Silences Series Series List: Silences, Silences 2, Fear Of Daylight (A)
Set just after a battle Xena and Gabrielle had been fighting in; this tale begins with Xena removing her badly hurt partner from the battlefield so she can minister to Gabrielle's injuries. When the bard finally awakens days later it is to a world of silence and a Xena growing more distant by the minute. Guilt-ridden and convinced Gabrielle would be better off without her, the warrior escorts the unsuspecting bard to the Amazons where her actions will forever change the course of their relationship bringing to the surface the dormant strength within the Amazon Queen and making the stubborn warrior realize just how desperately she needs her bard
This is a very talented Bard, and this remains my favourite of her fan fic. Gabrielle is dignified and proud, and Xena realises she is the one that has lost something. The Amazons are also well written. - Elaine - Feb-03-2008

Silences 2 by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative (Mature) \| Romance (alt) \| Short Story - 18 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Ephiny Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 2 of the Silences Series Series List: Silences, Silences 2, Fear Of Daylight (A)
This story picks up where Silences left off - with the warrior and bard taking the first, tentative steps toward a new intimacy in their relationship. Both work hard at broaching the insecurities and fears that nearly drove them apart but confidence in their new commitment will remain fragile for a while longer making them both vulnerable to a resurfacing of those old fears.

Unspoken (The) by Mayt

Xena \| General \| Drama \| Short Story - 18 pages \| Finished \| Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Artemis, Ephiny, Cyrene Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 3 of the Final Night Series Series List: Final Night (The), Mountain Ridge (The), Unspoken (The), Hunted (The)

This is the third in the Final Night series. Very bittersweet and lovely. A beautiful story in three parts and all are really worth a read. Written from the heart. - msprism - Apr-09-2007

Vineyard by the Sea by Mayt

Xena \| Alternative (Mature) \| Romance (alt) \| Novella - 88 pages \| Finished \| Apr-03 Cast: Gabrielle, Xena, Karin, Eve, Karis, Ciara, Lael Links: The Bards Corner @ AUSZIP Part 3 of the Mediations Series Series List: Mediations, Natural Causes, Vineyard by the Sea
A continuation of 'Natural Causes,' this story follows Xena and Gabrielle as they adjust to the prospect of once again having the promise of a future together. Unexpectedly, they are confronted with an event that changes the course of their lives, causing Gabrielle to travel alone to a vineyard by the sea. What follows is the story of Xena seeks Gabrielle and attempts to regain her trust while unable or unwilling to explain to the bard all that led to their separation.
I absolutely loved this story. It was a more than worthy follow-up too "Natural Causes". - Anonymous - Apr 27th, 2003 Highly recommend. Excellent story. Wonderful trilogy. Heart wrenching at times. thanks for bringing them through it. I love your characters and the maturity they demonstrated. - x/g fanfic fanatic - Dec-20-2009 Awesome story. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-04-2011

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