Was it a killing or murder?
...a brief lesson for the Prosecutor35 total reviews
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
Excellent compare/contrast. I think you're right. I know I could never murder anyone... unless he messed with my family. I could kill if I had to, I guess, but I don't even kill spiders. I get onto a tissue and shake them outside. I would not have made a good soldier. :)
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Excellent compare/contrast. I think you're right. I know I could never murder anyone... unless he messed with my family. I could kill if I had to, I guess, but I don't even kill spiders. I get onto a tissue and shake them outside. I would not have made a good soldier. :)
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Phyllis;
thank you so much for reading and reviewing. I think murder is a totally different kind of monster,
~patty~
Comment from Mitchell Brontė
This was intense Patty, but what a fantastic read this 100 word flash is, well written with a unique subject that you have addressed superbly.
Absolutely adored it.
Mitchell
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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This was intense Patty, but what a fantastic read this 100 word flash is, well written with a unique subject that you have addressed superbly.
Absolutely adored it.
Mitchell
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Mitchell
thank you SO much for the lovely review and shining sixth star. I'm glad you enjoyed my little piece,
~patty~
Comment from DR DIP
wow I have never heard the definition put like that before. and I see where you are coming from with this definition. You certainly gave yourself up with the last paragraph. You might struggle not being convicted! lol
great write and a worthy winner
dip
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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wow I have never heard the definition put like that before. and I see where you are coming from with this definition. You certainly gave yourself up with the last paragraph. You might struggle not being convicted! lol
great write and a worthy winner
dip
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi dip;
thank you so much for reading. Yea, this guy has really cooked his own goose, but he didn't kill her - he murdered her!
~patty~
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Well Patty. He would certainly fit in the 'stupid criminal' category. You did a great job with the contest prompt--good word choices, characterizations, built suspense, & surprised readers at the end.
Wiil 102 words of a 100 word contest disqualify you?
Best wishes in the contest. Jan
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Well Patty. He would certainly fit in the 'stupid criminal' category. You did a great job with the contest prompt--good word choices, characterizations, built suspense, & surprised readers at the end.
Wiil 102 words of a 100 word contest disqualify you?
Best wishes in the contest. Jan
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Jan;
thank you so much for your review. The contest guidelines say between 98 and 102 words, so I'm safe. (Thanks for your concern.)
~patty~
Comment from His Grayness
Wicked subject matter but obviously very well done in all ways. The introductions was captivating to say the least and would keep any reader in total grip till the end of the work. I cannot offer a thing to make this any better! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Wicked subject matter but obviously very well done in all ways. The introductions was captivating to say the least and would keep any reader in total grip till the end of the work. I cannot offer a thing to make this any better! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Vance;
thank you so much for the glowing review. I had a good time putting this one together. Getting it to come out precisely between 98 and 102 words was tricky!
~patty~
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Beautifully done and good luck in the contest~ you deserve a win~ Vance!
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You really nailed this one...in all ways and I truly enjoyed it...like all your works! So just keep them comin' dear one! Blessing and thanks always. Vance
Comment from royowen
I must admit, I've never thought of it Patty, but you're right, I knew the difference between manslaughter and murder...a plea bargain, hah hah. But thank you, an excellent post, thoughtful and clever,well done, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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I must admit, I've never thought of it Patty, but you're right, I knew the difference between manslaughter and murder...a plea bargain, hah hah. But thank you, an excellent post, thoughtful and clever,well done, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Roy;
thank you so much for reading and reviewing. I think I've been watching too many episodes of 'Law and Order,' but this came to me for the Flash Fiction.
~patty~
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Well done
Comment from c_lucas
Killing is killing no matter how you derived at it. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read. There is good imagery.
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Killing is killing no matter how you derived at it. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very interesting read. There is good imagery.
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Charlie;
thank you so much for the review. I thought it could be construed as 'splitting hairs,' too.
~patty~
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You're welcome, Patty. Charlie
Comment from Thomas Bowling
Very true and well-written. We were out with friends and talking about someone who had shot his wife. One of our group asked her husband, "You would never shoot me, would you?"
He said, "No, I' going to strangle you with my bare hands."
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Very true and well-written. We were out with friends and talking about someone who had shot his wife. One of our group asked her husband, "You would never shoot me, would you?"
He said, "No, I' going to strangle you with my bare hands."
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Thomas;
yes -- it is definitely not premeditated if you use the thing closest at hand - strangulation is very easy to prove as manslaughter.
~patty~
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I can honestly say I never thought about the difference of murdering somebody and killing them. But as I read this contest entry, it really came clear to me. You did a wonder job writing this. Good luck.
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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I can honestly say I never thought about the difference of murdering somebody and killing them. But as I read this contest entry, it really came clear to me. You did a wonder job writing this. Good luck.
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Barbara;
thank you so much for this lovely review. I think this all came to me from watching too many episodes of 'Law and Order.'
~patty~
Comment from patcelaw
I guess there really is a difference, but never thought of it that way before. I still cannot get you work to come up on Classic Fanstory, while others work fine. Patricia
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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I guess there really is a difference, but never thought of it that way before. I still cannot get you work to come up on Classic Fanstory, while others work fine. Patricia
Comment Written 16-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2017
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Hi Patricia;
I just heard from nancy_e_davis that she is having problems accessing and reading my work, too. I wonder what is going on?
thank you so much for your review,
~patty~
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Patty, contact Tom, he may be able to explain it.