I think the third reviewer read a different story haha. I won't spoil your story in the comments, but the theme is far from a "diversion" lol. The use of that word is kind of strange considering the topic of your story (which I enjoyed very much).
That third reviewer is a sad, sad person. I picture the food critic in "Ratatouille," unable to enjoy the finer things of life, empty and desperate for meaning. Meanwhile, this story crackles!
Interesting choice to have the victim narrate in first person. As for that magazine... one look at the masthead (about) tells you all you need to know. Just forget about them ;)
I think is a really good story that gets you fixed from the beggining to the end. No matter what that guy told you, I love your style, the way you write and the person hidding behind the writings. Keep on going!! 😀
Some journals and magazines are just like that: stringent people who read pieces while having an idea of what they want to see. Honestly, if they can't appreciate your work, then just post here for your readers who do!
Whoah, this was dark, Andrei! But seriously good. I started grinning in morbid realisation once my brain latched on to what was happening and what point of view we had. Very clever. I really like it. I don't understand that reviewer's comment, though. Sorry to hear it didn't get through, but at least it means you got to share it with us here, for which I'm grateful!
A creepy bedtime story with excellent pacing and lots left to the imagination about how the dear husband will deal with his fate before and after. I’d like to hear what the other reviews said. The last one would be enjoyed the old fashioned way, crumpled up paper thrown directly into the trash!
I think the third reviewer read a different story haha. I won't spoil your story in the comments, but the theme is far from a "diversion" lol. The use of that word is kind of strange considering the topic of your story (which I enjoyed very much).
That third reviewer is a sad, sad person. I picture the food critic in "Ratatouille," unable to enjoy the finer things of life, empty and desperate for meaning. Meanwhile, this story crackles!
Beautiful story. The punch line, not written, is that poor bastard had six hours till they reunited.
As for the 3rd reader, screw him! For sure he is not from Romania, where life beats movie.
Interesting choice to have the victim narrate in first person. As for that magazine... one look at the masthead (about) tells you all you need to know. Just forget about them ;)
It holds up for me! I was hooked, and read it a second time to think more about what I had just experienced. Nicely done, Andrei.
Liking this point of view very much. Great story. Love all the details about their life together and the ‘six hours to live’ angle. Great story.
I think is a really good story that gets you fixed from the beggining to the end. No matter what that guy told you, I love your style, the way you write and the person hidding behind the writings. Keep on going!! 😀
Some journals and magazines are just like that: stringent people who read pieces while having an idea of what they want to see. Honestly, if they can't appreciate your work, then just post here for your readers who do!
Ohh that's a great one! I loved it! The pace, the surprise effect, no unnecessary extra word. 👏🏼👏🏼
Whoah, this was dark, Andrei! But seriously good. I started grinning in morbid realisation once my brain latched on to what was happening and what point of view we had. Very clever. I really like it. I don't understand that reviewer's comment, though. Sorry to hear it didn't get through, but at least it means you got to share it with us here, for which I'm grateful!
Cliche? Not hardly.
I’ve never read anything quite like this before.
Narrator’s point of view is extremely clever. Reeled me in from the start.
That third reader? Well, bless his heart. (Ahem..)
A creepy bedtime story with excellent pacing and lots left to the imagination about how the dear husband will deal with his fate before and after. I’d like to hear what the other reviews said. The last one would be enjoyed the old fashioned way, crumpled up paper thrown directly into the trash!
A great blend of anger, horror and humour. What more could you want ? !
I don't why the third reader thought this was a "cliche" story-the pov twist is what kept me reading it! Great job, Andrei!