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Caitriana NicNeacail's avatar

The tension as he grappled with his desire for the mirror was intense! Excellently told!

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you!

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Michael S. Atkinson's avatar

Oh, this was perfect. Felt like I was there. Very nice bled of the two stories; I especially liked the two kids.

(Also the teaser! Oooo that's not good.)

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Magnificent! A western fairytale! This was powerfully told and I loved it. Now I wonder what comes next for the man who broke the curse. And what about Elizabeth and her family? Will it show them only their own faces all their lives, just a simple mirror now the poison has been drained? Just a wonderful story!

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Liz!

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Brighde Johannsen's avatar

I’d like to know how it continues, too…several potential episodes to follow this, for sure 😌✨💜

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Alison Young's avatar

This has resonated deeply. The journey—through generations, across great distance—and what it takes to confront the fear of loss and begin a journey toward peace. Wow. You’ve told it so well.

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Alison! I’m so touched that it resonated with you.

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Garen Marie's avatar

This was SO good, Bridget! Taut, atmospheric, electric. The setting was another character. And the characters themselves were so well executed. They felt like real people. All within the confines of a short story. Excellent!

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Garen!! ❤️

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Bill Hiatt's avatar

Eerie and suspenseful!

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Keith Long's avatar

This is incredible. I was completely sucked into this story. I saw someone else comment that it’s perfect but it really is — I can’t think of a single thing I would add or take away. Beautiful story.

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Keith!

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Jim J Wilsky's avatar

Fantastic Bridget. The setting description, the characters, tension and dialogue were tremendous. What a story. Has to be one of my favorites from you. - Jim

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Bridget Riley's avatar

Thank you so much, Jim!

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Evelyn K. Brunswick's avatar

What a totally amazing little story that was. Completely alive...

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