DUEL with the DEVIL
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Comment from lyenochka
Well, if Julia's mother's friend has dogs, she couldn't be as uptight as Julia's mom! But I can imagine someone who is not used to dogs being quite unnerved by their rambunctious behavior. Great chapter which shows Brian's dedication to Julia!
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Well, if Julia's mother's friend has dogs, she couldn't be as uptight as Julia's mom! But I can imagine someone who is not used to dogs being quite unnerved by their rambunctious behavior. Great chapter which shows Brian's dedication to Julia!
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Thanks, Helen. Newfs are so huge too, even puppies. It's no wonder she couldn't stand them.
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Oh, I know Newfies! One guy in our old neighborhood had a monster-sized one who drooled uncontrollably. He has to periodically mop the walls of his house.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
That takes a lot of courage for Brian to face New York traffic, but Julia really does need him. Hopefully he gets enough sleep to get back home. I don't see how Julia can practice with those dogs at the house, unless Brian takes her to his motel, where her practicing may not be allowed.
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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That takes a lot of courage for Brian to face New York traffic, but Julia really does need him. Hopefully he gets enough sleep to get back home. I don't see how Julia can practice with those dogs at the house, unless Brian takes her to his motel, where her practicing may not be allowed.
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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They'll go back to the hotel, but she won't be practicing! There's more than one way to settle the nerves. :)
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That makes perfect sense.
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Well written.
That had to be a very expensive surprise.
Puppies!!!!!!!!!!! Terrible conditions. But she should be all practiced up by now.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Well written.
That had to be a very expensive surprise.
Puppies!!!!!!!!!!! Terrible conditions. But she should be all practiced up by now.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Thanks, Wayne. Just one more thing coming to help her relax before the big audition the next day.
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Smart move on Brian's part to further win a larger piece of her heart by flying into NYC
Where did his money come from
Now, he has to panhandle to make some cash because as an eighteen year old he has no credit card
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2024
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Smart move on Brian's part to further win a larger piece of her heart by flying into NYC
Where did his money come from
Now, he has to panhandle to make some cash because as an eighteen year old he has no credit card
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2024
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Nah, he drove. Didn't cost that much. No credit card yet but he has a trust fund.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I'm glad Brian went to see Julia but I have a feeling she and or he isn't out of the woods let. I am really liking this story. You're doing a good job writing it. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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I'm glad Brian went to see Julia but I have a feeling she and or he isn't out of the woods let. I am really liking this story. You're doing a good job writing it. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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"The woods" is a complex landscape, and it isn't always easy to navigate your way out. Even when you think you're out and in the clear, it may just be a temporary break in the forest and you're soon right back in them. We'll see if these two eventually find the true way out if there even is one, since maybe life itself is just one great woods and what we should be searching for is the place in the woods where we feel happy?
Comment from BethShelby
I'm sure Julia is stressed over the audition and feeling she isn't totally preparred and the dogs aren't helping. I'm anxious to find out how the audition goes.
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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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I'm sure Julia is stressed over the audition and feeling she isn't totally preparred and the dogs aren't helping. I'm anxious to find out how the audition goes.
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Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Let's put it this way. I think by the time of the audition, she'll be in a pretty good frame of mind.
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Then he better get to work on his invention pretty quick. LOL
Comment from Rachelle Allen
This was so fantastic that halfway through, I wasn't even reading like a FS reviewer anymore; I was just a reader enjoying a good novel. This chapter was authentic and sweet and very well-written. This book is coming along so well, Jim!! xoxoxo
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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This was so fantastic that halfway through, I wasn't even reading like a FS reviewer anymore; I was just a reader enjoying a good novel. This chapter was authentic and sweet and very well-written. This book is coming along so well, Jim!! xoxoxo
Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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That is music to my ears, Rachelle. This has to be the review of the year for me. Thank you so much.
I put a lot of extra effort into this chapter, and it's become one of my favorites so far. Now, I'll be very curious to hear your reaction to the next chapter coming soon.
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Can't wait! xoxo
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Wanted to give you a review recommendation for this, but it's too soon to give you another one.
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Lol. Just knowing you wanted to counts in the way that matters to me most. Thank you, Sweet Jim. xoxo
Comment from Lindsey Russell
This is a great story so far. Thanks for making the font big enough for me to read. Parts of this story really hit home for me and I want to follow you now. I didn't see any obvious errors. Happy writing!
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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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This is a great story so far. Thanks for making the font big enough for me to read. Parts of this story really hit home for me and I want to follow you now. I didn't see any obvious errors. Happy writing!
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Comment Written 28-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2024
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Thank you very much, Lindsey. My daughter is named Lindsay, except with an "a". I'm so glad you found this story.
If you are interested in catching up, I provide a brief recap of the previous chapter in each new posting, so reading those would be a quick way to get the gist of the story without reading the whole thing.
The easiest way to do this is to click on the >>> to the right of the last few chapter numbers at the top of the posting. This will get you to the table of contents page for the novel where each chapter is shown. You can simply click on each one to get you there quickly to read the recaps. You may, however, want to read the Prologue in its entirety (it's short) to give you the proper context for the rest of the book.