Double or Nothing

Dreams are built on risks. Legacies are built on sacrifice. Jack Rowe, a failed adventurer turned riverboat gambler, refuses to let life deal him a losing hand. In the wake of the War of the Inquisition, Jack rebuilds his family's future aboard The Lucky Lady, a gleaming riverboat casino that sails the perilous waters of the Braemere river. But every dream comes with a price. As Jack fights to balance his ambition with his family's needs, dangerous rivals and shadowy deals threaten to sink everything he's worked for. His fiercely capable daughter, Maggie, struggles to step out of his shadow, while his estranged son Thomas returns with a family of his own, challenging Jack's vision of a united legacy. And lurking in the shadows is the enigmatic Reginald Kane—a fugitive whose demands could destroy Jack's empire. Set in a richly imagined fantasy world scarred by conflict, Double or Nothing delivers high-stakes drama, compelling family dynamics, and the relentless pursuit of a dream. With its fast-paced flash fiction format, this second installment of NPCs: The River Boat King offers bite-sized glimpses into moments of triumph, heartbreak, and danger, perfect for readers who love fantasy, adventure, and stories of resilience. Can Jack beat the odds, or will his gamble cost him everything? For fans of fantasy flash fiction, riverboat tales, and epic stories of ambition and family, Double or Nothing is a must-read.