Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

What an informative and well-written chapter, Gretchen.
I enjoyed reading it. You gave readers so much detailed
information in an exciting way. I wonder what Missy has
on Tyler that forced him to go along with her plan to get
Miranda. Haynes Pond isn't the place I would want to be
ever. Miranda did some quick thinking convincing Missy
to leave Tyler in the car. I hope he has the strength to use
his phone. Miranda knows the pond better than Missy, so
she should be able to come up with something to save
herself (maybe with help from Mitch).
Thanks for sharing, Jan

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

I doubt Missy told Tyler about her plan. Again thank you for this awesome review. Gretchen

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

I certainly hope he has his cell phone and can use it very quickly. Missy is sharp and clever but Miranda is sharper. Excellent dialogue, very realistic and sounds authentic. Well done. Looking forward to the next.
Wendy

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Tyler is naive but he isn't done. I kind of hope he steals the car" her baby". That might get her attention long enough for Miranda to get away. Who knows. Thanks for this nice review. Gretchen

Comment from Jay Squires

Excellent

If you DON'T send this out for publication, I'll never forgive you. This is so damned good! I can't wait to read the final chapter. You have created an iconic villain in Missy, and like a master writer of thrillers, you know how to milk this chapter for all its worth.

Jay

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Well, I can't not send it off now. Not with your threat hanging over my head. Lol. Thank you for this. Gretchen

Comment from forestport12

Excellent

I can see this in a script what with the strong dialogue that advances the plot. Able to learn much about the character through the interaction and dialogue. This is an aspect of strong writing when using dialogue for the right splash to a plot.

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Thank you. I'm no script writer but I appreciate the compliment to the dialogue. Gretchen

Comment from John Ciarmello

Excellent

Oh, damn! Missy, luckily, is not the brightest bulb in the bunch, leaving Tyler with his cell phone. On the other hand, Miranda is quite savvy in getting these confessions out of Missy. I love this story, Gretchen. Best, JohnC

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Thanks so much, John. I appreciate the nice review and feedback. Gretchen

Comment from Sankey

Exceptional

Wow! What a chapter this was. I started on it last night but just got finished. How dramatic this is all turning out to be. You are a clever writer. Bob Hartson would be proud of you.(the late Mastery.) No spags.

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Thank you for the stars and for the nice compliment. Gretchen

Comment from Ric Myworld

Exceptional

Well, you've left us readers waiting and wondering did Tyler call 911 or not. Will the emergency lights come a flashing or will they be too late to save Miranda? I think we know the answer. LOL. Thanks for sharing.

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Than you. I really appreciate this awesome review and rating. And of course we know the answer.

Comment from lancellot

Excellent

Well, I guess more information needed to be conveyed to the readers. I did briefly wonder why she just didn't crash or flip the car over. Yes, Tyler would be more hurt but, at least she had some power and control at that point. I guess I'll find out soon.

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

I think Miranda wouldn't do something like that because Tyler was already hurt and Missy could kill him. She wouldn't be able to live with herself.

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Exceptional

Wow! At last! Missy has unloaded with what happened to Jason. Ed got rid of the body for her, evidently. I have an idea how too. LOL I'm not too worried about Miranda. I think she can hold her own with Missy.They should have put a tourniquet on Tyler's leg though. Well done. Nancy:)

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reply by the author on 14-Feb-2023

Thanks, Nancy. It's hopefully all coming together. Lots of loose ends but not much longer. Thank you so much for the nice review and rating. Gretchen

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Let's sure hope Tyler makes the call and Mitch gets there in time to save Miranda. I'm going to hate this story to end. I have become very fond of Miranda. Maybe there's a sequel in the works.

"You know where that is right " (that is, right?")

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reply by the author on 13-Feb-2023

Thank you. I'm going to miss her too. Lol. But she's helped me to deal with my personal narcissist. Who knows she might come back in a story or two. Thanks for this. Gretchen

reply by barbara.wilkey on 13-Feb-2023

I can see her getting into trouble, often and working her way out of it. LOL