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Dodie Rae

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A young woman unwilling to submit to abuse.

22 total reviews 
Comment from Tim Margetts
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I was right to go back and start at chapter one, everything is now in place and I can enjoy the rest of this story as it develops.
The was a book should be read :)
Tim

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2024


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2024
    Thank you, Tim, for taking the time to review the first chapter. I am honored.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
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A story as old as time. The names change, but the abuse does not. My first husband was abusive and they need no trigger from us, just us breathing is enough. You told the story well. Karen

 Comment Written 27-Jul-2024


reply by the author on 27-Jul-2024
    It hurts my heart that someone as sweet and funny as yourself, had to experience such things. I am happy you got out of it. Thank you for your incredible support with your reviews.
    God bless,
    Steve
reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 27-Jul-2024
    You write well. I will read. :-)
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2024
    =)
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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I started to read your latest chapter, and liked it, so thought I'd start from the beginning. It already tells me that Dodie is different from other abused women, so I'm very intrigued to read on. Well done! :) Sandra xx

 Comment Written 07-Jul-2024


reply by the author on 07-Jul-2024
    Thank you, Sandra, I am honored that you started from the beginning and to have you follow this journey.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from GWHARGIS
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I'm surprised I haven't run across your work before now. I loved Dean Kuch. He was an awesome mentor. I just finished your Rachelle Allen interview and then decided to stalk your profile. And, I'm glad I did. Gretchen

 Comment Written 29-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 30-Jun-2024
    I'm excited to see what the future brings with Dodie Rae at the helm. Rachelle is amazing and I look forward to reading the novel you two are crafting.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from Erika Whittle
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This story is very engaging. Though I totally understand shooting the guy I'm glad she didn't ruin her life for trash...at least not in the first chapter.

 Comment Written 18-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 18-Jun-2024
    Thank you, Erika for taking the time to review. I am having a blast with book and pretty much have the whole story in my head. Finding the time to get it in writing is the issue for me. I work 12 hr shifts and I'm not nearly as young as I used to be lol.
    God bless,
    Steve
reply by Erika Whittle on 18-Jun-2024
    Holy, I couldn't do 12h shifts. I'd be the most miserable person on the planet.
reply by the author on 18-Jun-2024
    Heh! Heh! It definitely takes a toll.
Comment from tfawcus
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This has all the makings of a good story, Steve. I'm glad you have decided to continue it. There's not much I can add in the way of constructive criticism after Rachelle' fine review.
Not sure if 'spec' is a US spelling. It would be 'speck' on our side of the ocean.
I'll look forward to reading the next chapter.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024
    Thank you, Tony, for this excellent and encouraging review. It is Speck here as well, lol. I am the bar manager at a steakhouse and order liquor from Spec's. That must be where I got this from.
    I plan on putting the second chapter up tomorrow.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from Wendy G
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I definitely think you should continue with this, if you have enough ideas in your head for a full book. It's a relevant story, with domestic violence on the increase everywhere, and it would be good to see a strong woman emerge from this story. She's already put up with a lot, now we wnat to see her overcome all odds and get through this. And we'd like to see him get what he deserves as well.
Wendy
Edit: "Can I come visit you tonight, mama?" (Mama) Needs a capital when used as a name.
"You're always welcome, cher." (Cher) Used as a name, needs a capital.
I would consider using Chère, which is the feminine form, or Chérie (darling)

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024
    Thank you Wendy, for this excellent review and necessary edits. This is why I joined this site. I will add the next chapter tomorrow. Cher, means dear in Louisiana.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from Ric Myworld
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Most all of my best writing comes from dreams or deep inner thoughts, and it seems the dreams do great for you too. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to the book moving forward. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024
    Thank you, Ric, for the excellent review, my friend. I look forward to getting the next chapter ready.
    God bless,
    Steve
Comment from GoWiSt
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"A young woman unwilling to submit to abuse." Good for her. She shouldn't.
Glad Dodie didn't shoot Richard, the hypocritical bastard. He's not worth the trouble that would bring her. Hope she never goes back to him. She deserves much better.

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2024
    Thank you for this excellent review, my friend. I will post chapter 2 Monday as I?ve decided to write a novel about her.
    God bless
    Steve
Comment from Wayne Fowler
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I bet that it ends with a bang. (smiley face here)
Well written scene. Good work. You convinced me.
But she shouldn't have held on for six years.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 15-Jun-2024
    Thank you, Wayne. I feel the need to move forward as I now have the whole story in mind. It will on the macabre side, lol.
    God bless,
    Steve