The Herd On the Hillside
Short Story30 total reviews
Comment from GoodHearted Woman
Thank you for letting the meaning be up to me...uh-huh. smile
What wonderful artwork you got--it puts you in a mood right off the bat, doesn't it? And your story is going to mean different things to different people. At any rate, I enjoyed it. You have your own distinct style and I appreciate it. GoodHearted Woman
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Thank you for letting the meaning be up to me...uh-huh. smile
What wonderful artwork you got--it puts you in a mood right off the bat, doesn't it? And your story is going to mean different things to different people. At any rate, I enjoyed it. You have your own distinct style and I appreciate it. GoodHearted Woman
Comment Written 22-Mar-2017
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
Mikey, I normally don't review two-centers, but this is a masterpiece and I had to tell you. I'm shocked and horrified... not by your story or anyone's, but by the fact someone else is in first place with a really lame story, full of logical holes. Yours is outstanding in message, construction, imagination... everything, and it deserves not only prizes, but a publisher's attention. Your talent shines in short pieces, Mikey. You're number one in MY book, even if the rest of this sad site can't tell good literature from a hole in their head! :)
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2015
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Mikey, I normally don't review two-centers, but this is a masterpiece and I had to tell you. I'm shocked and horrified... not by your story or anyone's, but by the fact someone else is in first place with a really lame story, full of logical holes. Yours is outstanding in message, construction, imagination... everything, and it deserves not only prizes, but a publisher's attention. Your talent shines in short pieces, Mikey. You're number one in MY book, even if the rest of this sad site can't tell good literature from a hole in their head! :)
Comment Written 16-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2015
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I'm so pleased to hear these encouraging words. It just so happens, they are just what the doctor ordered. I was going to put a certificate on this again (it came out a while ago) but then I saw the vote and the first page listing and decided to heck with it. :)) Boo Hoo!! I just happy that people that know what they are reading liked it. That works for me. A hole in the head... that's where the candle goes, right? mikey
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I also respect your opinion, Mikey. I hope you will read my new horror story... not in a contest, just for fun. It's on page one, top twelve, and pays a lot of FS money. Called 'A Monster Among Us' and is a two-part story cuz of the length.
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I get to all of yours eventually. I'll try and read it tonight. I'm always up for something good!!
Comment from RGstar
Interesting theory, Mikey. I like the concept. An unusual write with the twist evident at the close.
Wishing you well with this. Thank you for your support of my work.
My best wishes,
RGstar
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Interesting theory, Mikey. I like the concept. An unusual write with the twist evident at the close.
Wishing you well with this. Thank you for your support of my work.
My best wishes,
RGstar
Comment Written 16-Jan-2015
Comment from cupa tea
oh how I hate it went a writer does that...Leaves it up to me as to what a story means. But I have to say it was well written, easy to follow and it makes you think about it...now that is something I like from a writer...the ability to make me think about what they've written....
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oh how I hate it went a writer does that...Leaves it up to me as to what a story means. But I have to say it was well written, easy to follow and it makes you think about it...now that is something I like from a writer...the ability to make me think about what they've written....
Comment Written 11-Jan-2015
Comment from Spitfire
Definitely a metaphor about what is happening throughout the land. Paris comes to mind, but also the racial strife caused by recent shootings of "innocent" blacks. Can't recognize the good from the bad anymore.
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Definitely a metaphor about what is happening throughout the land. Paris comes to mind, but also the racial strife caused by recent shootings of "innocent" blacks. Can't recognize the good from the bad anymore.
Comment Written 09-Jan-2015
Comment from Nosha17
I'm not too fond of horror, so I don't pretend to understand it. I thought my sheep in the field were cuddly sheep, now I am not so sure! Good use of descriptive language and you have captured the sense of horror and werewolves well. Good luck in the contest. Faye
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I'm not too fond of horror, so I don't pretend to understand it. I thought my sheep in the field were cuddly sheep, now I am not so sure! Good use of descriptive language and you have captured the sense of horror and werewolves well. Good luck in the contest. Faye
Comment Written 09-Jan-2015
Comment from l.raven
HI Michael, a wolf in sheep's clothing...you never know if you are looking at a wolf...the bad can come on like good...been like that a long time...so good to see you sweetie...you are the master of stories...truly...luff Linda xxoo
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HI Michael, a wolf in sheep's clothing...you never know if you are looking at a wolf...the bad can come on like good...been like that a long time...so good to see you sweetie...you are the master of stories...truly...luff Linda xxoo
Comment Written 08-Jan-2015
Comment from kiwijenny
This made me think there will never another Pearl harbor because Japan has too much stock in Hawaii...
To change totally doesn't come easily but it does come gradually
God bless
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This made me think there will never another Pearl harbor because Japan has too much stock in Hawaii...
To change totally doesn't come easily but it does come gradually
God bless
Comment Written 08-Jan-2015
Comment from Zinnia48
Truly riveting, Michael! This is a creative and creepy variation of the werewolf legend. You have a real gift of story telling. This would be great around a camp fire! Loved the ending--which will make me pause when looking at sheep in the future. Caroline
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Truly riveting, Michael! This is a creative and creepy variation of the werewolf legend. You have a real gift of story telling. This would be great around a camp fire! Loved the ending--which will make me pause when looking at sheep in the future. Caroline
Comment Written 08-Jan-2015
Comment from Sasha
This is a terrific entry for this contest. I am not usually a fan of werewolves, but this one has a lot of class and a clever presentation. I wish you all the best in the contest too.
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This is a terrific entry for this contest. I am not usually a fan of werewolves, but this one has a lot of class and a clever presentation. I wish you all the best in the contest too.
Comment Written 08-Jan-2015
