Here it is, folks! Another story in the Cutting Schools and Playing Games series by Tommy Linarcos. This time, the story is called Of Cards and Castles and features a game I’ve never played as a European guy. According to ChatGPT:
Old Maid is a very common children’s card game in English-speaking countries, but it’s less well-known in much of Europe because many regions play their own local variations of the same basic idea. In continental Europe, there are many equivalent traditional games:
- Schwarzer Peter in Germany
- Mistigri in France
- Asino in Italy
- Päron (“Pear”) in Sweden
These games all work on the same principle: matching cards and avoiding being the last stuck with the odd card. So you probably do know the concept, just under a different name.
When I read the rules, I realized I knew the game, just under a different name.
Anywho… Another great story by Tommy! Lots and lots of drama in this one. Oh, and sex! Don’t forget the sex. Lots of that in this one, too! And I know that’s what you’re probably here for 🙂 But the story itself is also very good. Maybe leave a comment or an email for Tommy (lanarkos@yahoo.com)? I know he appreciates this very much.
Tommy’s short synopsis:
Lyla brings a deck of Old Maid cards to school, which inspires the gang to play sexy improv with the characters. But Conor goes too far and he and Johnny have it out. Johnny gets suspended, and Mia cuts school to spend the day with him in bed. Will Rory ever speak to Johnny again? Will a trip to 7-11 or a game of Stratego be enough to bring them back together?
See? Lots of drama. Another great one, Tommy!!
Of Cards and Castles – Part 1
Of Cards and Castles – Part 2
Of Cards and Castles – Part 3