Dodie Rae
Viewing comments for Chapter 40 "Trust"A young woman unwilling to submit to abuse.
16 total reviews
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
So Dodie Rae and her Grandmother, Bay Lynn now find themselves confronted by these four towering humans, transformed from werewolves, and have to decide whether or not they can be trusted. They're described in impressive, otherworldly detail and we can easily imagine how daunting this vision must be to the two women. That said, it's Riley who seems to pose the greatest danger, forcing them to escape to the car, in fear for their lives.
Well done, Steve! You've skilfully crafted this chapter with evolving tension and uncertainty and we're left now at this final critical point wondering about the safety of our two protagonists. Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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So Dodie Rae and her Grandmother, Bay Lynn now find themselves confronted by these four towering humans, transformed from werewolves, and have to decide whether or not they can be trusted. They're described in impressive, otherworldly detail and we can easily imagine how daunting this vision must be to the two women. That said, it's Riley who seems to pose the greatest danger, forcing them to escape to the car, in fear for their lives.
Well done, Steve! You've skilfully crafted this chapter with evolving tension and uncertainty and we're left now at this final critical point wondering about the safety of our two protagonists. Take care Debbie
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Thank you for this incredible, in-depth review, Debbie. Riley is the one to beware of. He is not playing nice. I love The Brothers Four, as they will be the focus of the next book, I think.
God bless and stay well, my friend.
Steve
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Intersting chapter and I am curious who this new breed will end up. I like the idea of the Achilles heel ""Remove the opposition?" Bay Lynn asked. "You mean we kill the innocents Riley has bitten before they turn?"
"Yes," Will said.
"Is it possible to get them to join us?" she asked empathetically.
"I'm afraid not. Riley's blood already links them."
"And he is linked to mine," Bay Lynn said. "Is there a way I can control Riley?"
"Yes!" Will said. "I believe this is a possibility, and my brothers and I hope this will be his Achilles heel. He thinks of you as his maker, his mother even. He also believes himself to be the father of his new pack.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Intersting chapter and I am curious who this new breed will end up. I like the idea of the Achilles heel ""Remove the opposition?" Bay Lynn asked. "You mean we kill the innocents Riley has bitten before they turn?"
"Yes," Will said.
"Is it possible to get them to join us?" she asked empathetically.
"I'm afraid not. Riley's blood already links them."
"And he is linked to mine," Bay Lynn said. "Is there a way I can control Riley?"
"Yes!" Will said. "I believe this is a possibility, and my brothers and I hope this will be his Achilles heel. He thinks of you as his maker, his mother even. He also believes himself to be the father of his new pack.
Comment Written 08-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Iza, for this incredible review. I enjoyed this chapter as it sets us up for the impending battle to come.
God bless,
Steve
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent chapter for your werewolves horror story. Your plot is well developed and moves along nicely. Very tense and suspenseful.
Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the uns aid." - Atticus
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Excellent chapter for your werewolves horror story. Your plot is well developed and moves along nicely. Very tense and suspenseful.
Gypsy
"The poet waits quietly to paint the uns aid." - Atticus
Comment Written 07-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Gypsy, for another incredible review, my friend. I love suspense and am happy this resonates this way.
God bless,
Steve
Comment from Jim Wile
This chapter was very well crafted, Steve. The uncertainty about the proper course of action felt by Dodie Rae and Bay Lynn was very evident, as they didn't quite know whom to trust or what might really be happening. I think they finally made up their minds to trust the brothers, as they seem to know what Riley's intentions are and made a very convincing argument that he must not succeed, even though it probably means killing his converts who aren't totally transformed yet.
It was a revelation to Bay Lynn that Riley now sees her as his mother, but decides they may be able to use that to his undoing.
This was written with great tension and excitement with wonderful descriptions of Riley's appearance and demeanor. He is not to be trusted no matter how convincingly he tries to persuade Bay Lynn and Dodie Rae to come over to his side. Well done on this exciting chapter!
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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This chapter was very well crafted, Steve. The uncertainty about the proper course of action felt by Dodie Rae and Bay Lynn was very evident, as they didn't quite know whom to trust or what might really be happening. I think they finally made up their minds to trust the brothers, as they seem to know what Riley's intentions are and made a very convincing argument that he must not succeed, even though it probably means killing his converts who aren't totally transformed yet.
It was a revelation to Bay Lynn that Riley now sees her as his mother, but decides they may be able to use that to his undoing.
This was written with great tension and excitement with wonderful descriptions of Riley's appearance and demeanor. He is not to be trusted no matter how convincingly he tries to persuade Bay Lynn and Dodie Rae to come over to his side. Well done on this exciting chapter!
Comment Written 07-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Jim, for this extraordinary, in-depth review, my friend. As we near the end, my excitement explodes as I think I know what's going to happen. However, in the past the characters take their own path and I have to ride along. Lol.
I appreciate you following Dodie Rae, Jim. It means the world to me.
God bless,
Steve
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Terrifyingly well done. I refuse to sleep anymore; I'm simply done, for fear when I awaken, everyone around me will have become werewolves. You are moving the plot along well and continuing to build the tension. Stephen King would love your work as much as you love his. I'm sure of it! xoxo
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Terrifyingly well done. I refuse to sleep anymore; I'm simply done, for fear when I awaken, everyone around me will have become werewolves. You are moving the plot along well and continuing to build the tension. Stephen King would love your work as much as you love his. I'm sure of it! xoxo
Comment Written 06-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Rachelle, for this extraordinary review. I can't think of a better compliment than the one below about Stephen King. This made my day.
God bless,
Steve
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My pleasure!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Okay, I am hoping that Will is being honest, and that Riley is the bad guy and not the other way around. You are doing a great job writing this. I can't wait to see what's going to happen next.
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Okay, I am hoping that Will is being honest, and that Riley is the bad guy and not the other way around. You are doing a great job writing this. I can't wait to see what's going to happen next.
Comment Written 06-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Barbara, for this incredible review, I hope Will is honest as well. Thank you for following Dodie Rae.
God bless,
Steve
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I'm taking a break from FS, Steve, but will keep up with the novels I'm reading. I've just read this chapter and the one before.
This is really good. Riley is enjoying his life as a wolf, and now with all his 'children' from the diner, he is after world dominence. Can Bay Lynne and Dodie Rae beat him with Will's and his brothers' help? I can't wait to find out. Well done! :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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I'm taking a break from FS, Steve, but will keep up with the novels I'm reading. I've just read this chapter and the one before.
This is really good. Riley is enjoying his life as a wolf, and now with all his 'children' from the diner, he is after world dominence. Can Bay Lynne and Dodie Rae beat him with Will's and his brothers' help? I can't wait to find out. Well done! :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 06-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Sandra, for this incredible review. I hope all is well with you and your family. We will miss you during the break.
God bless and take care.
Steve
Comment from GWHARGIS
Okay, i know I start every single review with the word "Wow", but wow. This was an intense seen that I could see happening in just a few brief minutes. But it changed everything. They don't really know if they can trust the brothers but definitely know they can't trust Riley. This is such a mesmerizing story. As farfetched as werewolves are, this is so real. Not over the top, not campy, it's just a story. And I am still hooked. Gretchen
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Okay, i know I start every single review with the word "Wow", but wow. This was an intense seen that I could see happening in just a few brief minutes. But it changed everything. They don't really know if they can trust the brothers but definitely know they can't trust Riley. This is such a mesmerizing story. As farfetched as werewolves are, this is so real. Not over the top, not campy, it's just a story. And I am still hooked. Gretchen
Comment Written 06-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Wow! This has to be one of the most uplifting reviews I've had thus far. As this story barrels toward the finish line, I am still wondering what will transpire. I love this about writing. I appreciate your loyalty, Gretchen. I would love to see Dodie Rae in the movies. Thank you, Gretchen, for these explosive stars.
God bless,
Steve
Comment from Karen Cherry
Gosh that picture is good and creepy. This story is turning on it's head. A story of Women's power is morphing into something else. I think Bay Lynn ( did I mention Lynn is my middle name?) will start showing her real power. There will be no holding back. She will vanquish Riley with a ferociousness that makes everyone have no doubt whatsoever just who is in charge. Dodie Rae will be shocked at all the power she and her grandmother really have. When Bay Lynn is through there will be not enough bits of him left to identify as anything. M.O.O. ( My opinion only). Karen
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Gosh that picture is good and creepy. This story is turning on it's head. A story of Women's power is morphing into something else. I think Bay Lynn ( did I mention Lynn is my middle name?) will start showing her real power. There will be no holding back. She will vanquish Riley with a ferociousness that makes everyone have no doubt whatsoever just who is in charge. Dodie Rae will be shocked at all the power she and her grandmother really have. When Bay Lynn is through there will be not enough bits of him left to identify as anything. M.O.O. ( My opinion only). Karen
Comment Written 06-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Thank you, Karen, for this extraordinary review, my friend. Bay Lynn will certainly be a force to be reckoned with. Riley believes he's on top of the world, and we'll have to see if this is true, or not. I love your insight of the future of this story, and I have to say your....Well, I better not spoil it. Lol.
My sister's middle name is Lynn as well. I enjoyed hearing this is yours as well, Karen. Thanks again for the artwork and the super shiny stars.
God bless,
Steve
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My brain thinks up stuff an must release it. Use it or not up to you. But things I think of and don't tell you about also show up sometimes. Great minds and all that. :-)
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is certainly a turning point the women and Riley. He is no longer Mr. Nice Guy, and they now know they are in danger from him. His desire to be king of the world sounds like a politician we all know.
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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This is certainly a turning point the women and Riley. He is no longer Mr. Nice Guy, and they now know they are in danger from him. His desire to be king of the world sounds like a politician we all know.
Comment Written 05-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 06-Apr-2025
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Yes it is, Carol, and Riley needs to be knocked off his perch. We'll have to wait and see if this happens. Thank you for this incredible review, my friend. I have enjoyed this journey and appreciate everyone who has stuck with it.
God bless,
Steve