Wow, this drops the reader right in the middle of the story. What were they celebrating to begin with? What caused the swift change? I want to know. Gripping read. My only real suggestion is to watch out for ‘to be’ constructions. There is so much wonderful action, description and tension in this that I’d hate to see it slowed by something like the words ‘was’ or ‘were’. Having said that, LOL, please don’t leave us hanging. Write a sequel, ok? Great job!
Very nice work, THX. You’re very adept at matching another person’s prose and style. I’ve noticed it in other sequels you’ve done as well. I appreciate the sequel and will undoubetdly keep it in the story.
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RoseTone ~LoA~