I read the first two chapters this morning. I think the format is both unique and excellent, and I like the way it is developing. Reading this is great fun, and to extend my enjoyment, I'm going to read one chapter each day, first thing in the morning. It will be a great way to start the day.
Spellbinding and superbly written. Thanks to @Mikiesboy and @BHopper2 for suggesting it. I never thought I would read a story about Zombies. I can't wait to move on to the next chapter.
I'm definitely getting into this story now. In particular, I'm enjoying the nuances of how each form has a slightly different character, personality, and level of self-awareness that plays into that of the other. For example:
The trio of wolves ran off in the direction Ethan had gone. His scent was weak, but all three of their sharp noses could pick up the faint trail. To Aiden, it smelled heavenly. His wolf knew for sure now but was going to try and let Aiden come to the realization for himself.
I hope that made sense. Thanks both for a splendid read and for an education on shape-shifting. I hope I won't be plagiarizing if underlying concepts show up elsewhere
As the very new guy here (author 1154, I noted), I've quickly come to appreciate this site. I like the way the site is run, the sense of community, and the encouragement I have received from several of you, particularly @WolfM and @BHopper2. In terms of writing, I have a long way to go, but the learning process is being enhanced by reading some great work here. Thanks for making this opportunity available to all of us.
I'm reminded of your "wrong number" comment in chat a few days ago. It would lend itself very well to this format. First Line: "I think you have the wrong number."
Thanks for pointing out the sequence. I'll go look at the earlier stories. And I'll PM you tomorrow about the business of working with editors. Right now it's two minutes to midnight and Cinderella needs to hit the sack before the carriage turns into a pumpkin
My first thought was how well you juggled so many characters. By the end, I think I understand the relationships, but my next stop will be the prologue. I also like the level of detail. And the conversations and relationships are so very realistic. I'll be reading more.
Once I caught onto the POV change, I liked how it was done. I'm writing a one-chapter thing that will probably only go on Nifty, and I suddenly realized that I was writing it with the POV of the wrong character (there are only two). That one change created a whole different story.
Yes, a bit mad. I found myself laughing, and I wasn't sure why.
The first thing I noticed is the detail that you get into such a short amount of prose. I love it.
It required a second reading. Thanks for the break from writing.
Since I've never been into werewolves before, it's taking me a little time to understand what's going on. I'm going to go back over the first two chapters again. I think that will help.
I finally got around to starting on this. Sorry it took so long, but now I get to read your rewrite
Having read your non-fiction, I smiled at the beginning. Start with what you have experienced and build on it with your imagination. Makes good sense to me.
I'm looking forward to reading more.
I cried while I read this one, and I don't cry easily. You did a marvelous job of putting the reader into your mind and Kyle's. This is by far my favorite chapter of your autobiographical material.
Like deville, the "like" button required some thought. What I like is the strength of character you show in sharing these experiences with us, in surviving, and in moving beyond such a difficult past.