by Isaac Asimov
First published 1988
George Bitternut, a hapless linguist, summons Azazel—a mischievous, two-centimeter-tall demon with magical powers. Though Azazel refuses to help George directly, he eagerly meddles in the lives of George's friends and acquaintances, wreaking hilarious havoc. As Azazel's impetuous good deeds spiral out of control, George must navigate the fallout and find a way to rein in the chaotic creature. At its core, this is a story about the unpredictable consequences of our best intentions.
Genres: fiction, short-stories, humor, fantasy
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: chaos, fish-out-of-water
221 pages · Paperback · Spectra