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Ash Believes the Impossible is a sweet, contemporary fantasy novella by Kim Fielding that blends the mundane reality of a burnout nonprofit worker with the whimsical magic of urban folklore.

Portland serves as a character itself, with local references that add to the story's whimsical yet grounded mood. Critical Reception

The mysterious gift-giver is revealed to be , a beautiful young man who is actually a fairy living in the wooded wonderland behind Ash's duplex. As their romance blossoms, Ash must learn to embrace the "impossible" as the harsh realities of the human world—including a landlord's medical crisis—threaten the bridge between their two realms. Key Themes & Elements