Jar, bookstore, the whole thing was great. Man, I wish I could visit a place like this…
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Great use of the jar… It helped change th tone of the story to be happy rather than strange. Good job!

I really love the first paragraph and the description of Mr. Mercer – especially his opinion on books.

Question, though, how old is our narrator?

Thanks to La Pianista, Oy, and the deliciously punny April Raines. I love feedback, especially when it’s as sweet as yours.

In my mind, the narrator was around eight at the time of the events recounted, which are being recalled years afterward.

I really liked this. It has a calming, nostalgic feel.