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The Horror Express

You know... you KNOW what is coming!!!!

26 total reviews 
Comment from Bill Schott
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This story builds well from the drama and hard work compressed in the first paragraph, to the day of freedom and exploration at the amusement park. The setup for the horror ride was nicely draped with caution from the ride attendant. The final reaction a fitting blend of irony and showmanship. Nice.

 Comment Written 03-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 03-Mar-2022
    Thank you so for your kind words and generous rating.
Comment from John Ciarmello
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I thought this a great entry for the contest. It was compelling from beginning to end. It also is quite relatable to anyone who has been on these cart haunted house rides.

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 02-Mar-2022
    Thank you for your kind words and generous rating.
Comment from Pangalactic
Exceptional
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Aaahhh! great story; great scary writing. I loved it and was as scared as the kids on that horror ride. Nice job creating a physiological response.. I squirmed

 Comment Written 02-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 02-Mar-2022
    Thank you for your kind words and very generous rating.
Comment from LisaMay
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Your story proves how we are captive to our imaginations when influenced by fear. It is well written, getting inside the boys' heads and taking the reader along for the ride.

 Comment Written 01-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 01-Mar-2022
    Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the read.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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This really is an excellent story--skillfully written, with a well-detailed, logical plot, believable characters, and plenty of suspense. The end is especially good--the revealing of the attendant's cleverness. I can see why the story won the contest.

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 01-Mar-2022
    Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the story.
Comment from Tpa
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Bravo! A good tale that brought suspense. Your setting and dialogue were good. I liked the beginning, it had a good hook for a lead-in. I wish you the best in the contest.

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 28-Feb-2022
    Thank you for your kind words and generous rating.
Comment from the13thpoet
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Hello Mystery writer a merry Monday to you. I hope this finds you well. I enjoyed your The dark writing prompt entry it was engaging and well written, loved the ending. good job and good luck.

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 28-Feb-2022
    Thank you for your kind review and generous rating.
Comment from Begin Again
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I remember when my daughter was young and she went inside a haunted house where the mirrored room (which were supposed to open) remained locked with lights flashing.... By the time, she was rescued, she never went into a haunted house again. The mind puts on the brakes!

Smiles, Carol

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 28-Feb-2022
    Thank you for your kind review and generous rating.
Comment from cupa tea
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Good story...I've never liked dark places...

Both boys knew(,) as they walked away(,) they would ride that fabulous ride again... soon. But they didn't notice the Frankenstein attendant laughing.

 Comment Written 28-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 28-Feb-2022
    Thank you for your generous rating. And thank you for helping me with your editing. I can use all the help I can get.
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
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Wow... what an awesome story!!! As a horror/ thriller lover, this story took me to a dark place. Thanks for the experience. The artwork is perfect and adds some extra drama. Well done!

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2022


reply by the author on 28-Feb-2022
    Thank you for your kind review and generous rating.