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Effigy

   (4 reviews)
Genres: General Fiction,
Sub-genres: Drama

Michael finds himself in a predicament: someone knows his darkest secret, and hates him for it. But who?

A brief tale on the subject of fear.

This story contains suggestions of fear and depression.
Copyright © 2021 Geron Kees; All Rights Reserved.

Story Recommendations (8 members)

  • Action-Packed 4
  • Great Pacing 7
  • Great Characters 8
  • Character Growth 0
  • Dialog / Banter 0
  • Plot Twists 0
  • Beautiful Writing 0
  • Immersive World 3
  • Satisfying Ending 0
  • Fresh / Original 5
  • Counldn't Put It Down 1
  • Suspenseful 1
  • Gave Me Chills 0
  • Funny 0
  • Feel-Good 1
  • Heartwarming 0
  • Emotional Impact 2
  • Thought-Provoking 0
  • Romantic Chemistry 0
  • Smoldering Chemistry 0
  • Like 5
  • Love 7
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    • 36 Comments

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Headstall

Headstall 331,964

   5 of 5 members found this review helpful 5 / 5 members

Anyone who is different, unless they are fortunate in ways I don't know of, understands fear. For an LGBTQ+ youth, it can be debilitating. This is an intelligent story, leaning toward cerebral (in a great way), and incredibly well written. I don't use this term easily, but this a must-read, in my opinion. It took me back to a time period in my life where I made choices because of such fear. So yeah, this was hard-hitting. You should read it. Cheers!

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raven1

raven1 70,388

   3 of 3 members found this review helpful 3 / 3 members

Michael is unexpectedly faced with his outing in a monstrous way.  His fear and paranoia that follow is an expected result.  How this young man faces it and overcomes the power of fear is unique, and a wonderful story.  I agree with other reviewers that this short story is a must read.

Response from the author:

Thanks to all who commented. :)

 

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ReaderPaul

ReaderPaul 21,739

   1 of 1 member found this review helpful 1 / 1 member

This is a serious story, and well worth reading.  A teen guy discovers that an effigy of him has been hung in the front yard.  As more and more information becomes available, he also discovers courage he did not know he had.  At the same time he realizes facts about life and courage that he needs to know.  He also discovers the need to form real friendships, instead of mere acquaintances.  

An excellent story.

Response from the author:

Life is serious business. The more we talk about that, the better things have a chance to be!

Thanks for the review. :)

 

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