Synopsis: "Visit the city of Llyra and the land of Aarya in this collection of short stories and novellas. They are tales of young heroes looking for happiness and meaning in their lives. Some cross paths, others pass each other by with hardly a nod. Includes: Streets of His City: Young Prince Natier narrowly avoids an early grave when he and his mother are attacked on a diplomatic mission to the far-off province of Septimine. Luck smiles upon him again, and the young fox survives the long journey home. Blaming his father for everything, Natier spends his days alone in his chambers, longing for freedom. His wish is granted when the young fox accidentally discovers a secret passage that leads out of the palace and into the city that surrounds it. Their Labors of Love: When the emotional pain of being mated to a concubine grows to be too much, Sirius must figure out if he has what it takes to keep Alir in his heart. The Looking War: Years have passed since the spy and his hunter had fallen in love. With every new assignment, Orrin and Trivus play their game, each coming within just a hairsbreadth of success to keep the higherups happy. But soon a special mission comes, and neither of the two lovers is allowed to fail. Their game has just become a war." (publisher's blurb)