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Saltwater Ghosts

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Young girl with special abilities.

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Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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Another excellent chapter full of captivating dialogue which is such a pleasure to read. The characters are skilfully portrayed and this, in turn, brings scenes and activities to colourful life. The friendship between Lester and Heddy is a delight to read. Lester is far from stupid and has an instinctive appreciation of the world around him, seemingly more astute, at times, than Heddy. And as for Artie, the rather ghostly, large and enigmatic character - we've yet to learn more. Well done, Gretchen! A great read! Debbie

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you so much. I'm so glad you are enjoying this story. Thank you fir the nice comments. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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Now Lester has planted the seed in Heddy's mind. Why hasn't he gone to war with all the other men, he looks strong and healthy. I wonder if she will ask him. You've got to feel sorry for Lester, if it wasn't for Heddy and her mother, he'd be stuck with his miserable aunt for the whole of the war. Another excellent chapter, Gretchen. Well done. Warmest hugs, Sandra xx

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you, Sandra. I love Lester. He and Heddy see things very differently. The war is a rumor to her, with the exception of her brother. He has his dad in the pacific and his mother working full time at a factory. Thank you again. Gretchen
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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I love this book, you made Heddy and Lester sound very real and likable. The plot is good too. It flows nicely and it's easy to follow. I hate stories that I have to read several times before I get it. Well done!

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you do much. I'm so glad you are liking this. It's a blast to write. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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This post brings more mystery to Artie even though he was already mysterious. I wonder if Lester will share Artie with Heddy's parents. Hmm, it's getting more interesting. I do like this story.

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you, Barbara. Artie has managed to take Heddy under his wing, but Lester is more worldly. Lol. I do thank you for the nice words. Gretchen
Comment from royowen
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A funny little tale, you are very much in the heads of your characters Gretchen, your main protagonist at least, they are all thinkers, and certainly Lester is displaying those tendencies, and Heddy is coming around to being fonder of Lester, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you very much, Roy. I appreciate this encouraging review. Gretchen
reply by royowen on 08-Mar-2024
    My pleasure
Comment from Wayne Fowler
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Very nicely written... of course.
"Artie looks over, taking a few steps away from the water.
"Ah, Heddy. Always on the beach. Saltwater runs through your veins."" - Sounds like Artie is a hundred yards away, and suddenly they're speaking.
Best wishes.


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 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    I will go back and reread that passage. Thank you for bringing it to my attention. Thank you for this excellent review. Gretchen
Comment from Michael Ludwinder
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I enjoyed this. The back and forth with Heddy and Lester was very enjoyable. Your writing does a wonderful job of capturing childhood friendship. It's a fun and enjoyable read.

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 Comment Written 06-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
    Thank you very much, Michael. Gretchen