I loved this story, Liz, and with that well-developed pantheon and plethora of women, knew it was yours. It was just wonderful and so sad. I really liked the perspectives of the Captain, the cook, the storyteller, and the priestess. As I mentioned in my review, I also really enjoyed the perspective of the Witch coming from the West and how the Calormenes understand that the hatred of humans makes any relation with her impossible. And it's just so terrifying to read this tale of misery. You wrote an outstanding story and I hope it gets all the love it deserves.