The Marionettes

Genre: Theatrical piece, Christian Allegory
Length: 20,879 words
Published: No

Synopsis: Clio is a marionette dancer eager to become a star. Though the Puppeteer’s promises shine like spotlights, she can’t seem to forget the dreams she’s been having. The Puppeteer tries to distract her from her dreams and the melody attached to them.

One night, the song fills her soul and she dances independently of her strings. The Puppeteer punishes her, but she is found by Magnar, a tin soldier with a broken arm. Together, the two uncover a long-forgotten truth, but must suffer the consequences of a knowledge that could turn their entire world upside down and incite the rage of many.