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Stephanie Sweeney's avatar

Gripping! And cinematic with the music woven through at key moments.

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J. Curtis's avatar

Thanks Stephanie!

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K.C. Knouse's avatar

Now the island shaped like a pez doblado will be forever linked to the death of George's father. This bit of description is exceptional: "The entirety of the Yucatán peninsula, nearly half his body length drawn on paper, arced upward like a defiant fist—Guatemala and Belize forming the wrist, Cancún’s knuckles raised high before curving back down toward Campeche."

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J. Curtis's avatar

Yes, of all the darlings to kill, that was not one of them. Thanks for pointing it out and for reading.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Oh my, J. Riveting.

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J. Curtis's avatar

Thanks Sharron. This chapter was a tough one to navigate… how much, how little. Glad you liked it. And thank you for reading. ❤️

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Lyndsey Resnick's avatar

You have captured something really special here, J. George is real and his world is real. Your stories tend to have a cinematic touch and this is no exception. :)

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J. Curtis's avatar

Thanks Lyndsey. So kind of you. ❤️

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Lyndsey Resnick's avatar

You are telling a good story well. No small feat. :)

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Clancy Steadwell's avatar

i like the use of the music, beautiful writing j

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J. Curtis's avatar

Much thanks, friend.

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Shane Bzdok's avatar

The pencil felt sharp on this chapter, J. Feels like you're finding your rhythm and tone. This was a vivid read. Following George's sleuthing of the map and moments of Cohen along the way. It was all playing out in my mind's eye (and ear). Nice addition. I am very much looking forward to the next installment.

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