Can't hate the fact that you're never stuck with one story for too long, as it's an anthology. Everyone who reads this will find *something* to appreciate. "The Hungry Land" is truly haunting. As a Xena/Ares 'Shipper, I *ROLLED* when I read "Immortal Desire". "Horsing Around" is another highlight.
"Homecoming" is ...odd and perhaps slightly out-of-place, being almost a science-fiction story rather than a fantasy tale. "A Weapon..." highlights Xena's struggle for redemption in sharp relief without being maudlin. Lastly, I've reread "Came the Dawn" about 57 times (okay, one or two, but it's a fave and I love it!) since I got the book this past summer. So, so *so* funny! Pick this one up if you're a Xena fan--You won't be sorry! ( )