New Short Story - The Feathers Flew by Robert E. Kearns

Dive headfirst into the smoky, raucous pups of 1970s Dublin with The Feathers Flew, a wickedly sharp short story that’ll grab you by the collar and drag you into the predictable world of Paddy Keenan—a man whose heart belongs to a pint of stout and the hum of barroom banter. By day, he’s a working-class everyman; by night, he swaps his wife’s nagging and the chaos of his rowdy kids for the warm glow of the public house. But when a quacking, waddling oddity—a pet duck—crash-lands into the Keenan’s backyard, Paddy’s routine of a chat over a few scoops takes a wild turn.

As autumn’s dark nights roll in, Paddy’s evenings faces a uproarious challenge. One fateful Halloween, fueled by too many jars and the righteous gripes of the “working man,” he stumbles into a deal that’ll leave you gasping and chuckling in equal measure. With razor-sharp wit and a keen eye for the absurd, The Feathers Flew delivers a rollicking tale of loyalty, impulse, and the chaos that erupts when one man’s thirst for freedom collides with a feathered friend.

For those who crave stories that sting as much as they entertain, this is a boisterous, bittersweet romp through a time when men drove drunk, ducks were peculiar pets, and a single choice could send feathers—and tempers—soaring. Get ready for a trick-or-treat twist you won’t see coming!

"The Feathers Flew is a great short story that shows the darkness of human nature and how man fights against the forces that life brings. Robert E. Kearns paints a picture of what damage being drunk can do to those around you, as well as to yourself. It was interesting to see Paddy's behavior, as that is what happens in real life. It was intriguing to see how the people you hang out with can positively and negatively influence you, as well as your inner demons manifesting because of intoxication. Paddy's kids react realistically to his behavior, which will make readers want to turn against him. The dark twist at the end of the story is unexpected, leaving you to wonder what happens next." - Readers' Favorite

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