Nine Goblins

by T. Kingfisher · 2013

Nine Goblins: A Tale of Low Fantasy and High Mischief follows goblin sergeant Nessilka and her squad of nine goblins who are thrust behind enemy lines by an evil wizard. Stranded in a hostile forest teeming with elves, trolls, monsters, and the most terrifying creature of all—a human—they must rely on wit, loyalty, and reluctant bravery to survive and find a way home. The novella subverts classic goblin tropes, presenting these creatures as morally complex, reluctant killers who grapple with prejudice, war, and the absurdities of their reputation, all delivered with T. Kingfisher’s signature humor and whimsical style.