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Michael S. Atkinson's avatar

Oh thank heaven.

This is a phenomenally well written action scene; I could practically hear the sound of the wind and objects and everything. You could give lessons on Marvel on pacing.

Also, because FINALLY:

THE SHIP. THE SHIP. THE SHIP HAS SAILED. Touched bows, even.

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Michael!! This made me laugh out loud. 😂

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Jean Marie Bauhaus's avatar

Phew!

Also, you were so sly with the long-awaited kiss that I almost missed it.

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Bridget Riley's avatar

The way I described the kissing scene to my sister was “not showing, but also not really telling either” 😂

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Sara Dietz's avatar

Yeah it took me a second read through (I think I got to, "not the first time" and had to go back) but 10/10 honestly

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Keith Long's avatar

This is a jam packed chapter

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E.B. Howard's avatar

Such a better use of my time than folding laundry!

What a relief on so many levels. I wanted to give Brian the biggest hug. And the ship!!! So good.

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Bridget Riley's avatar

I’m always happy to be a means of laundry procrastination!

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James Rainsford's avatar

I loved these last few chapters… I’m glad Brian is okay now 🥹

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, James!

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The Casual Writer's avatar

Absolutely gripping! Also, the ship has finally sailed!!!

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S. L. Linton's avatar

I've got a feeling that we won't be seeing Ernest again. He finally got to prove that he was brave. I think that was what was going on with him, right? Also, so excited to see that the ship has sailed!

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Briana's avatar

Oh goodness. You had me on the edge of my seat. And yay for the ship lol

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J. M. Allen's avatar

This chapter was perfect! So satisfying!

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Stephanie Loomis's avatar

Brilliant, mind-boggling

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Stephanie!

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