The Skeleton Queen cometh, dooming all in her path. The Duke of Halfsock denies the threat exists. The nobility has taxes to avoid, neighbors to plunder, and relatives to backstab. 

A lowly goblin latrine slave named Shelly resolves to save himself. Can the least powerful person in the realm depose rulers, forge alliances, and fend off the Queen herself? Castle Halfsock teems with intrigue, plots, and corruption. But Shelly’s greatest enemy resides within. He tells himself he’s clever. He’s never had the guts to test it, and years as a latrine slave will damage anyone’s confidence.

In his quest to survive, Shelly must become a detective, spy, and political fixer. More unlikely still, he must become a friend, ally, and trusted confidant of those who enslaved him.

"Jester"

by Tim B. Carter