Comment from dmt1967

Exceptional

This story was filled with emotion from start to finish and I found it very entertaining. Again, congratulations on a well deserved win. Thank you for sharing and take care.

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 07-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for reaching out and enjoying the story. I certainly always appreciate your kindness and the special icing of the stars. Have a great day! Smiles and hugs, Carol

Comment from justafan

Exceptional

What can I say, I love your work. Everything you write touches me in some way. Happiness, sorrow, love and yes even anger.

Another beautiful moment spent with one of my all time favorite writers��

Always
Justafan of yours
Missy

 Comment Written 26-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 26-Jun-2021

Missy, my dear...where have you been? I have missed your smiling face and awesome words (especially praising your all time favorite writer) My head swells with happiness. thank you so much for your kindness and the stars. You are so sweet! Smiles, Carol

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Carol,

Oh, yyeeeaaahhh! The good guy gets the good girl in the end. Nice! It's clear why this piece took top position. I kept looking for something wrong - something I could pick to pieces - why do you have to be so perfect and so imaginative and sooooo creative? When you're famous, I'll get to say I knew you....

hahahaha You know I'm kidding about finding something - but this really was so good!

 Comment Written 25-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Forgive me... I am so far behind and trying to write, rewrite, review and thank is taking me down for the count. But then isn't that everyone's biggest complaint?

Thanks for the kind review. I needed to take a stroll down memory lane and knock some of the cobwebs off the shelf. Appreciate you taking the time to read and enjoy! Smiles, Carol

reply by robyn corum on 25-Jun-2021

Never worry about me. If you need to skip some replies, feel free. I know exactly what you're talking about. Good luck!

reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Never... I just finally made it through all of them... I did my reviews and thanked everyone for reading... All caught up! Now I have to get back to polishing that story (needs a rewrite on the first chapter to up the game when someone starts to read). It's going to be a big job I think. Smiles, Carol

reply by robyn corum on 25-Jun-2021

I believe in you!! Go team!

reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Thanks, Robyn! I believe in me while I am writing, but this polishing and getting ready to try and publish is way out of my ballpark. I hope I can get it right! Smiles, Carol

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

Here is another masterpiece. This is a beautifully written love story, with all the emotion and feeling and imagery. It is also a story that expresses great sorrow. I could almost feel Jason's pain. But then, the sun came out, and Janna was alive. It's easy to see why this was a winner.

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Forgive me... I am so far behind and trying to write, rewrite, review and thank is taking me down for the count. But then isn't that everyone's biggest complaint?

Thanks for the kind review. I needed to take a stroll down memory lane and knock some of the cobwebs off the shelf. Appreciate you taking the time to read and enjoy! Smiles, Carol

Comment from Iza Deleanu

Excellent

Wow, beautiful and the rightful winner, and what an unexpected ending:"His strong arms prevented my legs from folding beneath me as he smiled, then guided me toward the car. "She wouldn't go without you. So I guess it's the witness protection program for both of you."Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

I am glad you enjoyed this one, Iza. It was nice to revisit some of my old stories and see how my writing has changed. Appreciate your kindness and review. Smiles, Carol

Comment from Alaskastory

Exceptional

"Taken" is with so much imagination it is no wonder that it won a contest. It is full of detail of the horrifying crime and what happened to Janna. An amazing story.

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Thank you so much for all your kindness and for blessing me with the golden stars. I am thrilled that you enjoyed the story. Smiles, Carol

Comment from eliz100

Excellent

You are a wonderful storyteller. This is another great story. I enjoyed the twist at the end. There is a space for a picture but I do not see one. There is no room for improvement.

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

thanks for enjoying the story I dug out of the cobwebs. It's fun sometimes to go back and discover stories I wrote over ten years ago. I am glad that you enjoyed it. Smiles, Carol

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

Very well done, Carole. You had me hanging on every word. I love happy endings. I felt so sorry for for this guy and was really relieved to find his love was indeed alive and waiting for him. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Forgive me... I am so far behind and trying to write, rewrite, review and thank is taking me down for the count. But then isn't that everyone's biggest complaint?

Thanks for the kind review. I needed to take a stroll down memory lane and knock some of the cobwebs off the shelf. Appreciate you taking the time to read and enjoy! Smiles, Carol

Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock

Excellent

A story with a happy ending. Good one. Well plotted. Of course, the ending was a complete surprise, one that would erase the total grief he was experiencing. A major miracle.

Ralf

 Comment Written 24-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Forgive me... I am so far behind and trying to write, rewrite, review and thank is taking me down for the count. But then isn't that everyone's biggest complaint?

Thanks for the kind review. I needed to take a stroll down memory lane and knock some of the cobwebs off the shelf. Appreciate you taking the time to read and enjoy! Smiles, Carol

Comment from Elizabeth Emerald

Excellent

Brilliant. A tour de force with a stunning twist--had no clue. Too bad she had to get cut up--brilliant graphic imagery by mere implication!--of course, the maiming is an effective device to emphasize his feelings were true. Belated congrats!

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2021

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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2021

Forgive me... I am so far behind and trying to write, rewrite, review and thank is taking me down for the count. But then isn't that everyone's biggest complaint?

Thanks for the kind review. I needed to take a stroll down memory lane and knock some of the cobwebs off the shelf. Appreciate you taking the time to read and enjoy! Smiles, Carol