How Soft the Scarf, How Deep the Water

Zine
Title:	How Soft the Scarf, How Deep the Water
Publisher:	DE Press (according to the Sentinel Loft Library the publisher was NoShaman Press/Quantum Fire Press)
Editor:
Author(s):	Marion
Cover Artist(s):	Ankaree
Illustrator(s):	Semper
Date(s):	2006
Series?:	yes
Medium:	print
Size:
Genre:
Fandom:	The Sentinel
Language:	English
External Links:	DE Press
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cover by Ankaree

How Soft the Scarf, How Deep the Water is a 112-page slash AU novel by Marion. Color cover by Ankaree. Interiors by Semper.

It is a sequel to The Weaker Vessel.

Summary

In this exciting historical romance, in a setting much like Tudor England, aspiring actor Blair Sands and dashing merchant Jem Ellison have a chance meeting, which leads to their being caught up in a web of intrigue and murder.

Reactions and Reviews

This is a wonderful retelling of The Sentinel episode “Cypher” set in 15th Century England, during the life and times of William Shakespeare. Historical references, including the slang of the time, have been well researched and help to transport the reader back in time. Not being a student of English history, and knowing Jim and Blair were taken out of Cascade to populate a historical romance gave me pause, but once I started reading, I found it hard to put down this enchanting story. The author weaves canon show references throughout the narrative, keeping us grounded in Sentinel lore, while at the same time weaving a tale of suspense and romance. Despite being taken out of their place and time, the characters retain much of their original personalities, making this a joy to read.