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The Memory Magus: The Leech of Love (Short Story) Kindle Edition

by Dean F. Wilson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 8 ratings
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Tolgrid's wife lives a secret life that he wants to forget, and so he visits Ladesan the Magus, who is known for his ability to alter and remove memories.

Magic is a risky art, even for those adept at it. Love is an even riskier affair, and some might say it is a magic of its own. To preserve his love, Tolgrid is willing to alter his recollection, to remove the bad memories like a leech removes bad blood.

The question is: can a memory be altered without altering the person, and can a memory be removed without leaving an emptiness inside?

Enter the world of Iraldas. Meet the Memory Magus.

Interview with the Author


Q - So, what makes the Memory Magus series special?

A - The stories are all set in the fantasy world of Iraldas, better known from the Children of Telm series, but they focus on the unusual and mysterious character of Ladesan the Magus, and how he changes people and the world around him by working a new kind of magic upon the mind.

Readers can expect interesting characters, intriguing plots, and stories that will ultimately be very memorable.

Q - Why is fantasy such an important genre?

A - I see fantasy as the modern heir of ancient mythology, the continuation of those tales that moved so many people in bygone days. The best fantasy novels not only offer us a means of escape, but help us better explore the real issues of the world, under the veil of symbol and myth.

I think this is why there are so many fantasy best sellers, in print or Kindle, because it answers to a core human need—the desire to understand ourselves and the world around us.

Q - So, what makes these books a must read?

A - Because they explore how memories affect us, how altering them can alter entire worlds and change entire lives. They offer a further glimpse into the world of Iraldas, which is populated by the peculiar and the strange. Expect high fantasy romance, political intrigue, magic and wizards, and a whole lot of meddling with people's memories.

The bottom line: If you enjoy quick reads that leave a lasting effect, then these stories are for you.

Q - Can readers expect more stories set in Iraldas?

A - Definitely. I've been working on more short stories in the Memory Magus series. There will be plenty more to follow, and I hope to flesh out the world of Iraldas even more in the months and years to come.

Thanks for reading!

The Memory Magus Fantasy Series eBook Categories:


- High Fantasy Romance
- Epic Fantasy Love
- High Fantasy Love
- High Fantasy Magic
- High Fantasy Wizard
- Fantasy Best Sellers
- Fantasy Quick Reads
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00IVWK4JG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dioscuri Press; 1st edition (March 8, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 8, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2078 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 17 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 8 ratings

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Dean F. Wilson

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USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author

Dean F. Wilson was born in Dublin, Ireland in 1987. He started writing at age 11.

He is the author of the Children of Telm epic fantasy trilogy, the Great Iron War steampunk series, the Coilhunter Chronicles science-fiction western series, the Hibernian Hollows urban fantasy series, and the Infinite Stars space opera series.

Dean previously worked as a journalist, primarily in the field of technology. He has written for TechEye, Thinq, V3, VR-Zone, ITProPortal, TechRadar Pro, and The Inquirer.

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colin bell
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good short story
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2014
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This is a very good short story written by Dean Wilson. The story is about two people who are quite deeply in love but now, since some seedy information has come to light, this is no longer the case. The doubts have crept into the relationship. Our protagonist, Tolgrid looks to find a way to get past this hurdle. Rather than learn from the situation, he proceeds to look for extreme fixes. This leads us to the best character in the story, Ladesan. Ladesan is a magician studied in the magical arts and also ancient magical machinery. But his profession seems to have taken a great toll on him.

I liked the pacing of the story and found it quite enjoyable to read. I look forward to hopefully seeing some more stores featuring Ladesan perhaps maybe hearing about how he came to posses the machinery or what is the long term ending to his life, does he also find a way to forget.
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Caduceus
5.0 out of 5 stars “Is not all magic dangerous?”
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2014
Dean Wilson’s latest literary foray, into the world of the short story, has turned out to be a great success. The tale of Tolgrid, the rather melancholy figure who attempts to regain the joy he once knew, is genuinely moving. To this end our heartbroken hero visits Ladesan the Magus to seek a cure for his ennui. “There is a woman I love. Her name is Eléalamar.”
The form of the short story does not invite fulsome description, but we are always conscious of the atmosphere of the Magus’ lair. Ladesan puffs on his pipe, wearing his ‘Beldarian soul-pendant’, he consults his magical books as ‘another plume of dust sprayed into the air, this time dissipating more slowly than before’.
Tolgrid’s account that forms the denouement of the piece is well worked also, and there are some splendid one-liners from Ladesan the magus on the way.
“Who would bow to royalty that wears madness as a crown?”
“I can remove parts of people’s minds, but I can rarely understand them.”
As he has amply demonstrated in his two novels ‘The Call of Agon’ and the follow-up ‘The Road to Rebirth’, Wilson is eminently suited to this genre. One can hardly imagine him writing in any other way and this, I must hasten to assure the author, is intended as a compliment.
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Thîãš Lïght
3.0 out of 5 stars Imgur authors are the best Authors
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2015
Was not expecting such a short short story. That being said, it was a quick read and not too bad. Thanks to the author for letting the imgur community review the story. I did like the "science" behind the memory deletion. It was pretty cool. Very descriptive, yet simple execution.

Well Done!

~F0Zwald of imgur
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RiRi
5.0 out of 5 stars The Memory Magus
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2014
I really enjoyed this short story. Dean F.Wilson really does an excellent job at creating a world where magic is real and you almost feel like you're part of that world when reading. I don't want to go in to too much about the story - I'll just say that it is worth a read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fateful glimpse
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2022
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I feel rather sad after reading this, although it is a very good read. It is, as stated, shorts, but brims with emotion. Sad actually doesn't truly describe what I am feeling. More like I just looked out the window of a speeding vehicle and saw an impending disaster begin but am whipped away so fast I can't do anything about it. "Memory Magus" packs quite a punch!
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RiRi
5.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyable short story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2014
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I really enjoyed this short story. Dean F.Wilson really does an excellent job at creating a world where magic is real and you almost feel like you're part of that world when reading. I don't want to go in to too much about the story - I'll just say that it is worth a read.
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