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Four Horse Island

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Marooned on an island with 4 horses and a goat

29 total reviews 
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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This is a good chapter. She seems to have gotten a well-trained, amiable horse, which has to be a relief for her. She has enough knowledge to take them out of the ship, which was lucky for them. You certainly deserve that Book of the Month award. Good luck.

 Comment Written 07-Sep-2023


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2023
    Hi Carol Hillebrenner,
    Thank you for going back and reading this previous chapter, especially since it is not currently promoted.
    Thank you for the kind comments about the nomination for Book of the Month.
    I appreciate you following the story. Have a great week.
    Debi
Comment from Pam (respa)
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Beautiful artwork and it is perfect for the colt and story about him. I like the calm nature of this one. For being a younger horse, he was responding very well to Ava, and made her job much easier. I love how you give us a sense of how intuitive these beautiful creatures are. As you present each one, each has its own personality, and when they are free on the beach, they all seem to get a long. I am loving the stories, and the love of horses that you put in each one, Debi. I don't know what to expect with the colt and wonder once he is ready, I wonder if the goat will go at the same time. I'm sure you're not going to tell.

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2023


reply by the author on 02-Sep-2023
    Hi Pam,
    Thank you for the six-star rating and your insightful comments. Yes, Ava got lucky with this one. Two more animals to go. That is a beautiful picture. The artist is very talented.
    Have a wonderful weekend.
    Debi
reply by Pam (respa) on 02-Sep-2023
    You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Debi. The artist is very talented.
Comment from rspoet
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Hello Debi,
Horse number three was a welcome relief from the first two. Perhaps better trained or simply more docile. The description was very well done, as with the first two. Talking calmly seems to be the key.
Now there is only one left, and, of course, the goat. Will the young one cause trouble of just want to join his friends?
Wouldn't it be odd if all the horse exit nicely, but the goat, being indignant at being the last one to go, gave Ava a butt in the butt. :)
Well done, once again.
Best wishes.
Robert

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2023


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2023
    Hi Robert,
    Yes, Ava got lucky on this one. There are still two animals to go. You ask some valid questions about them.
    Thank you for the fabulous six stars and the kind comments about the writing. I am honored.
    Have a wonderful day.
    Debi
Comment from CrystieCookie999
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I enjoyed reading this. Good horse stories are appreciated. Here is a good detail: He gave off a composed and dignified demeanor as we walked toward the elevator.
And of course the author notes are helpful. Nice read.

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2023


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2023
    Hi CrystieCookie999,
    Thank you for the fabulous six-star rating and your encouraging comments. I appreciate your pointing out that particular line you liked and am encouraged that you enjoyed the story. Have a great day.
    Debi
Comment from Sanku
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So one more horse and a goat to go... so far so good.
I liked the way you wrote the monologues .It was a clever way of giving information instead of mere descriptions .It kept the interest of the reader alive. waiting for the next...

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2023


reply by the author on 01-Sep-2023
    Hi Sanku,
    Yep, we have just passed half and have two more animals to go. I'm glad you like the monologue. Talking to horses is a good way to keep their attention, keep them calm, and let them know where you are--all important for a handler's safety.
    I'm so encouraged that you are looking forward to the next chapter.
    Thank you. Have a great weekend.
    Debi
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
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Debi, hi!!
I was glad to see your horse story again. I've been busy with school and having to review hit and miss. I hit a great one!! Horse number three was a gentleman for you, and that was good after Titan's near catastrophe!

I hope the last, and youngest, will turn out well. Then there's the silly goat, lol.

Hugs,
Rhonda

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2023


reply by the author on 02-Sep-2023
    Hi Rhonda,
    No worries. I didn't post for a week due to how crazy life is at the moment. Between hauling hay, canning, and my Mom having extra doctors' appointments I am a bit behind, too.
    I'm glad you liked this chapter.
    Thank you so much for the six-star rating and the encouraging comments about the writing.
    Have a wonderful weekend.
    Debi
reply by davisr (Rhonda) on 03-Sep-2023
    Hi Debi, yeah crazy time of the year for both of us, I see. I haven't posted in a while either.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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I hope the young horse and the goat will not cause any problems. I can't wait to read more. Thank you for sharing this with us. I am enjoying reading this story. I can't find any way to improve it.

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2023


reply by the author on 02-Sep-2023
    Hi Barbara Wilkey,
    Thank you for the kind comments and the encouraging remarks about the writing,
    Debi
Comment from Loren .
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A good read. One thing I especially like about this chapter is how the main character is continually talking to the horses. The sound of the leader's voice calms the horse and relaxes them to make them feeling that everything is going to be okay. It also, I believe, calms the person dealing with the horses. Now on to that last horse and see how the main character handles the dilemma. Loren

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2023


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2023
    Hi Loren,
    Thank you for the insightful comments and the encouragement. Have a wonderful week.
    Debi
Comment from Sally Law
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Aw, this is my kind of horse. I love good natured animals. He seems exuberant with the others too. Not too sedate.

A lovely chapter for your book.

Sending you my best today as always, and best wishes for the book.
Sal XOs

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2023


reply by the author on 03-Sep-2023
    Hi Sal,
    Yes, Ava is lucky with this one. Thank you for the encouraging comments and best wishes. Have a wonderful week.
    Debi
Comment from BethShelby
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Great chapter. I'm starting to really like these horses. Especially this one. It is obvious you like horses, I'm I anxious to see how it goes with the colt and the goat and then find out what happened to all the people.

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2023


reply by the author on 02-Sep-2023
    Hi Beth Shelby,
    Thank you for the kind comments about the writing. I'm glad you like the horses. Only two more animals left to get off of the ship.
    Have a great weekend.
    Debi