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Okay. This is an actual cliffhanger. My gut is churning and my heart is left undone.
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Chapter 12 Desperation
Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 12 Desperation
Wow! An avoided robbery and a rescue! And now maybe there will be a defeat of the nasty uncle, all on the way to Barnswallow. Hope they all arrive in one piece. -
There are many reasons to be fearful of The Unspoken. That the band travels together is wise. I am concerned that they have not yet discussed or practiced how to use their gifts in manipulating fire, water and earth as means of defending themselves or subduing their quarry.
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Okay, these guys aren’t the only ones with tears forming. I’m sure going to miss the Nasser Ranch, but you’ve crafted a marvelous story.
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Chapter 11 Skin to Skin
Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 11 Skin to Skin
What a lovely end to a wonderful day. I hope these two figure out their new cleanup device, and continue to explore one another. -
Thank you for this chapter. It’s a huge step for Liam to leave the hospital; my hope is that he can survive and establish some friendships as he waits for Ed.
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The Thing About Konstantin
Parker Owens commented on Jason Rimbaud's story chapter in The Thing About Konstantin
That’s a beautiful and tender and heartbreaking story. It’s one that deserves to be read many times over.- 16 comments
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I’m apprehensive about what must come next: danger, battle, pain. I’m delighted by the love Malik admits for Rhaelce. And the group that has banded together is strong, at least for the moment. Kalloh remains the one who is the biggest mystery to me.
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And they’re on their way! Now to watch August and Fletcher make a grand new start in their lives together.
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I am so sad to hear this. He was ever kind and encouraging. He engaged his readers, and his stories invited us to keep reading. I will miss him.
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Part Two is as absorbing as Part One. I had to resist skipping ahead. As it was, I liked the picture you painted of the new earth, full of trees and green. Perhaps the powers of earth figured James and Mateo would go looking, anyway - and nobody then living would be alive if they returned. Looking forward to the next installment.
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I’m fascinated. And Silas as a lover as well as a computer is an idea I’m going to keep thinking on. Thanks for this story!
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This is a gut wrenching chapter. Taggert shares himself fully with Ash, and to a significant degree with Branford. He finds he is with people who love him, and care for him. And you reveal to us just his much leverage he might have against the monster that is his father.
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A lovely kiss crowns Chichiro’s recovery. Malik and Rhaelce traveling this world together? What an awesome idea.
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Wow. A battle scene, and what a victory for the elemental brigade. Yet, I fear for the group if they must deal with successive waves of banditry like this.
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A whole new plot angle arises. I’m intrigued. Wonder how Bert Nasser will try to outsmart the Yoders? Can’t wait for more.
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Ryder is going to help. I like the sound of that. Owen’s mom is seeing cracks and flaws in the story. She wants to believe, but now she doubts. I suspect Beth has no doubts at all that the engagement is a disaster.
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Malik and Rhaelce continue to mend, and I am glad of it. One day, perhaps they will kiss again.
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This is a beautiful, magnificent chapter. Ash and Taggert have paired, and it’s a joy to read, even as Taggert recalls earlier pain.
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Chapter 6 Like a Thrown Lariat Over Horns
Parker Owens commented on Headstall's story chapter in Chapter 6 Like a Thrown Lariat Over Horns
And now a new life adventure begins. I’m hoping it will be fun and not perilous. -
Hooray for Ryder! Possessive, insecure, deep thinking Ryder. He showed up. Now, Owen, please drag Ryder back to your group, and introduce him as your friend. Force Margot to perform in grace, knowing how she’s rubbed Jules in Owen’s face.
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Rhaelce returns! That was unexpected, but entirely welcome. I’m looking forward to their next days together.
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Cut to two years hence: Owen has had freshman and sophomore years of hookups and discreet relationships, none of which can survive the outward appearances. Margot moves in with Jules, and announces that she’s had a change of heart. All the current joy turns to ashes, and Owen, who has been living a grey, impostor’s existence, is hung out to dry. And Ryder? If he’s smart, he’s moved out of Ohio, and has found someone he can stand.
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Owen must decide what he needs, and unfortunately, that list is long. It’s long on things he cannot control, like a response from Ryder, or parents who might actually listen, or a church community that cares more about actual love than the form it appears in. He needs Margot’s parents to be more accepting of their daughter, and he needs Margot to admit to loving Jules to her parents. Whew. Perhaps the one need he might have some control over is finding a safe place/space for him to be utterly himself. Margot has clearly forfeited that position.
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Chapter 108 Under the Floorboards
Parker Owens commented on Mikiesboy's story chapter in Chapter 108 Under the Floorboards
I wish I were there, holding your hand. The darkness not the final word. Your poem strikes me at my heart.
