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Viewing comments for Chapter 20 "Festival Morning"A modern twist on Greek Mythology.
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Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I wonder what that necklace was doing there. Champion knew and wanted Diantha to find it. I hope it does bring her luck, if it was something evil, I think Champion would have sensed it. I also wonder if the woman on on the back might be Diantha, and the Centaur would naturally be Atrius???
Now they are off. The festival will soon begin. I can't wait to read on, Rhonda, this is a fabulous story. Well done, my friend. Love and hugs, Sandra xxxx
I hope you and Wayne are both doing better. xxxx
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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I wonder what that necklace was doing there. Champion knew and wanted Diantha to find it. I hope it does bring her luck, if it was something evil, I think Champion would have sensed it. I also wonder if the woman on on the back might be Diantha, and the Centaur would naturally be Atrius???
Now they are off. The festival will soon begin. I can't wait to read on, Rhonda, this is a fabulous story. Well done, my friend. Love and hugs, Sandra xxxx
I hope you and Wayne are both doing better. xxxx
Comment Written 13-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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Hi Sandra,
Thank you so much for the lovely six star review, my friend!! Champion did know about the necklace and wanted to make sure her buddy had it.
Good guess on the personages on the coin, but the reason is hidden for the moment...
Thank you so much for keeping up!! I'll try to post another one today.
Big hugs,
Rhonda
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Very nicely written.
I'm surprised that Mary didn't recognize the necklace, especially since Champion seemed to indicate that she would.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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Very nicely written.
I'm surprised that Mary didn't recognize the necklace, especially since Champion seemed to indicate that she would.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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Hi Wayne,
Thank you so very much for the review, my friend. Mary didn't recognize the necklace because it didn't come from her, but Champion did want Diantha to have it, and still is failing to completely communicate specifics to her.
Thanks for following,
Rhonda
Comment from rspoet
Hello Rhonda,
Another marvelous chapter for the book. It's almost like a time travel story,
back to the world of the Greek gods and there are a lot of Greek gods.
When Diantha finds the necklace (with the aid of Champion), I thought of Artemis, who is the sister of Apollo. But Athena is a good choice too.
Diantha fits into the family very well, a lot of strong minded people/gods.
The festival danger seems to imply competitions involving skill with weaponry.
The next chapter should be interesting.
Well done.
Best wishes. Robert
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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Hello Rhonda,
Another marvelous chapter for the book. It's almost like a time travel story,
back to the world of the Greek gods and there are a lot of Greek gods.
When Diantha finds the necklace (with the aid of Champion), I thought of Artemis, who is the sister of Apollo. But Athena is a good choice too.
Diantha fits into the family very well, a lot of strong minded people/gods.
The festival danger seems to imply competitions involving skill with weaponry.
The next chapter should be interesting.
Well done.
Best wishes. Robert
Comment Written 12-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2025
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Hi Robert,
Thank you so very much for the lovely six stars and comments.
Atemis is a great choice, but, and I'm surprised you didn't pick up on this, it really isn't either one of these two. There was a similar medallion Echo got as well. It was found in the rubble of her home, and had a similar meaning.
Thanks again,
Rhonda
Comment from Ulla
Thank you so much for posting this wonderful story with us, Rhonda. Your imagination is wonderful and it has such a fell good factor we sorely need at the moment. I can't wait to reading on. Let's see if it brings her good luck. Hugs, Ulla xx
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Thank you so much for posting this wonderful story with us, Rhonda. Your imagination is wonderful and it has such a fell good factor we sorely need at the moment. I can't wait to reading on. Let's see if it brings her good luck. Hugs, Ulla xx
Comment Written 12-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Hi Ulla,
Thank you so very much for the lovely six stars, my friend!
Sometimes it's so hard to find time to write and post, but it's infinitely worth it. Thanks for adding your thoughts on it. I try to use fantasy to make sense of my world, while escaping at the same time, lol. My coping mechanism.
Hugs,
Rhonda
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Rhonda, I can so well imagine. How is is Wayne. I often think about you both
Hugs, Ulla xx
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Wayne is doing much better on the whole. He had a really good day yesterday, so, he overdid things. He's in bed with a massive headache right now, but his good days outnumber the bad. Thanks for asking!!
Comment from Cecilia A Heiskary
Rhonda,
This is a great addition to your book. I think the necklace is a good luck charm for Diantha. I think she will need it today.
Well done
Cecilia
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Rhonda,
This is a great addition to your book. I think the necklace is a good luck charm for Diantha. I think she will need it today.
Well done
Cecilia
Comment Written 12-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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HI Cecilia,
Thank you for your review and thoughts on the necklace. It's purpose will be revealed at one point.
Hugs,
Rhonda
Comment from Alexandra Trovato
Rhonda,
This is a well written story and photo presentation. It has good imagery, descriptions, abd dialogue. It is also thought provoking and very creative!
Best wishes,
Alex xo
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Rhonda,
This is a well written story and photo presentation. It has good imagery, descriptions, abd dialogue. It is also thought provoking and very creative!
Best wishes,
Alex xo
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2025
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Hi Again, Alex,
Thanks so much for reviewing. You've done a great job of giving an overall look at the chapter and style.
Hugs,
Rhonda
Comment from nomi338
I strongly suspect that the image on the medallion is a future representation of Diantha herself. It only figures that the reason Champion pointed it out to her was for her to see herself as some others already saw her. Of course I could be totally wrong as I am in no way wise enough to foresee the outworking of this awesome tale. I humbly await the eventual outcome.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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I strongly suspect that the image on the medallion is a future representation of Diantha herself. It only figures that the reason Champion pointed it out to her was for her to see herself as some others already saw her. Of course I could be totally wrong as I am in no way wise enough to foresee the outworking of this awesome tale. I humbly await the eventual outcome.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Nolan, thank you so much for the six lovely stars!!!
You have come the closest to catching the meaning behind the medallion. Atrius is connected to it, but doesn't know of it.
Thank you so much for following!!
Rhonda
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I have no choice as I am all the way in on this thrilling saga.
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What a precious soul!!
Comment from Pam (respa)
Good artwork and excellent story to go with it, Rhonda. You did a good job with the preparations for Festival Day. I like how you capture the togetherness of the family that also included Diantha. There is anticipation for the big day, and children to get ready. I am intrigued by the Diantha's thoughts about danger and what that will entail.
The short scene with Mary and Diantha about having the right equipment added a little humor to their morning. In addition, there is a lot on Diantha's mind about the men she had met and what the relationship was or was going to be, if any. Then there was the festival dress that looked like a wedding dress. I also like the dialogue between Diantha and Burke.
The scene between Diantha and Champion is very good and leads to Diantha finding the necklace. You end the chapter well, leaving us guessing why Atrius didn't just give the necklace to Diantha. Very well done, my friend.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Good artwork and excellent story to go with it, Rhonda. You did a good job with the preparations for Festival Day. I like how you capture the togetherness of the family that also included Diantha. There is anticipation for the big day, and children to get ready. I am intrigued by the Diantha's thoughts about danger and what that will entail.
The short scene with Mary and Diantha about having the right equipment added a little humor to their morning. In addition, there is a lot on Diantha's mind about the men she had met and what the relationship was or was going to be, if any. Then there was the festival dress that looked like a wedding dress. I also like the dialogue between Diantha and Burke.
The scene between Diantha and Champion is very good and leads to Diantha finding the necklace. You end the chapter well, leaving us guessing why Atrius didn't just give the necklace to Diantha. Very well done, my friend.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Hi Pam,
Thank you so very much for the six star review!! You hit on all my main points and motivations. I wanted to add the family aspect in. I've tried in a few other places, but ended up editing it out as it was a bit distracting, but I did want to show Diantha's motivations were not just based on attractions to the two men.
The necklace is still a mystery. Suffice it to say it didn't come from Atrius.
Thank you again and again,
Rhonda
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You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Rhonda.
Comment from Jacquelyn Popp
I enjoyed reading this chapter of the story. It is a delightful blend of fantasy, heart, and quiet tension. The mythology written throughout the story, adds depth without overwhelming the human elements in the story.
An enjoyable and fun read, the chapter keeps readers interested with its heartfelt characters and a sense that something magical, and dangerous, is just around the corner. Well done.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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I enjoyed reading this chapter of the story. It is a delightful blend of fantasy, heart, and quiet tension. The mythology written throughout the story, adds depth without overwhelming the human elements in the story.
An enjoyable and fun read, the chapter keeps readers interested with its heartfelt characters and a sense that something magical, and dangerous, is just around the corner. Well done.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Hi Jacquelyn,
I appreciate your comprehensive review. It reads much like prose itself. Well done!! I know we used to have contests on here writing reviews. Yours would definitely win,
Take care,
Rhonda
Comment from lyenochka
Well, Diantha seems to be at home with Mary and her family but we are rooting for her true love to be Atrius. I guess more will bring them together and now that Champion found the necklace for her, I'm sure more will be revealed!
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Well, Diantha seems to be at home with Mary and her family but we are rooting for her true love to be Atrius. I guess more will bring them together and now that Champion found the necklace for her, I'm sure more will be revealed!
Comment Written 11-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2025
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Hi Helen,
You are so right about our rooting, lol.
It's all about to get very business like as they engage in war, but there's one more lighthearted chapter first.
Thanks for hanging with the story,
Hugs,
Rhonda
