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Rumble to the Rescue

It is fortunate that some plans are not realised.

30 total reviews 
Comment from Bill Schott
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This seventy-five-word story, Rumble to the Rescue, has the proper set up and gives the readers a happy outcome to a desperate scene. Nice.

 Comment Written 05-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 06-Dec-2021
    Bill,
    Thanks for taking the time to review my entry. Lets see how it goes in the competition. Take care.
    Barry
Comment from RGstar
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A good twist. It almost seemed a part of a chapter, or the ending of.
I like when an author pushes the reader to think. Even with just a few words.
Bravo.
Well thought through.
Best wishes.
RGstar

 Comment Written 04-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 06-Dec-2021
    Thanks for taking the time to review Rumble to the Rescue. Rumble has turned into a bit of a hero. Perhaps a treat of biscuits would be enough reward.
    Take care and have a great day.
    Regards
    Barry .
Comment from Anne Johnston
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Great entry for this contest. Short but tells a good story. For a person to desire to take their life must mean they have no hope of things ever getting better. Thankfully, the guy's dog loved him enough to make a way for him to change his mind.

 Comment Written 04-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Anne,
    Thanks for taking the time to review Rumble to the Rescue. Yes sometimes things get too much for some people but this time there was a happy ending. Take Care
    Barry
reply by Anne Johnston on 04-Dec-2021
    You are welcome, Barry
Comment from nomi338
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I would say that Rumble earned a tasty dog bone, a nice cold drink of water in his favorite dish, and a chance to sleep on the master's bed. He should also get to take his walk whenever he is ready to do so. Get that dog a Life Saver badge.

 Comment Written 04-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Thanks for taking the time to review my entry. Yes I think Rumble deserves a chance to sleep on his masters bed. Have a good day and take care.
Comment from damommy
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Guardian angels appear sometimes in the least expected disguise, such as Rumble. You told this story in its entirety with very few words. Outstanding. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Thanks for taking the time to review my entry . It is appreciated and we will see what the judges think of it. Have a good day and take care.
    Cheers
    Barry
Comment from jenintorre
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I really enjoyed reading this flash fiction. It has a great surprise ending which is so important. A very good entry for thd competition. Good luck and best wishes. Jen.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Jen,
    Thanks for taking time to review my flash fiction entry. All the best to you and have a good day.
    Cheers
    Barry
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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I enjoyed reading your contest entry. I happen to believe that in situations like this God puts something in our path that prohibits us from carrying our our original plans. Thank you for sharing this entry with us and good luck.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Barbara,
    Thanks for taking the time to review my entry. We will now let the judges decide. Take Care and have a good day.
    Cheers
    Barry
Comment from NANCY V. FORREST
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A masterful way to pack a huge story into a few words. The presentation is smooth and realistic--and Rumble is most certainly its hero. Nicely done.

 Comment Written 03-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Thank you for taking time to review my entry. Yes Rumble is the hero and deserves a special treat. Please take care.
    Cheers
    Barry
reply by NANCY V. FORREST on 05-Dec-2021
    :-)
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
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This may be a winner. Gripping beginning--Stunning ending. You used your allotment well. Vivid imagery of scene and his final thoughts before the plunge. Spot on at 75 words.

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Elizabeth,
    Once again thank you for taking time to review my entry. The scenario just fitted in so neatly to this type of contest. Please take care and have a good day.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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Very good story in so few words. The title didn't really give the point away until the end. The short sentences in paragraph one indicate a mind with a lot of stress. The second paragraph was all about relief. He couldn't abandon Rumble. Best of luck in the flash fiction contest.

 Comment Written 02-Dec-2021


reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
    Carol,
    Thanks for taking the time to review my entry . I see in your photo that you have a dog as well. Probably not named Rumble but just as loving.
    Anyway have a great day and take care
    Cheers
    Barry