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The Empty Chair

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The mysterious disappearance of a childhood friend

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Comment from royowen
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Wow, it's kicked off with a strong opening with dreams of murdering a man she's she's known since youth. And convinced she's murdered him, at least in her dreams, but she's convinced he likes her sister more. Beautifully written and spectacular first episode, well done Carol, blessings Roy
Typo . No! (AA)no

 Comment Written 16-Oct-2024

Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
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Wow! you really fooled me. Payback is a bitch. You twisted things around and back again, and this is just the start. I am in thrall. More, I must have more. Have a good week writing! I'll read, Karen

 Comment Written 15-Oct-2024

Comment from Ric Myworld
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Where are all those sixes when I need one most, darn it. These two are both hand's full and I'm sure there will never be a dull moment with either of them. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 15-Oct-2024

Comment from barbara.wilkey
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There's jealousy and murder already in this story. Off to a great start. My problem is if Fiona is in a wheelchair how could she have killed Peyton, unless she can really walk. HMMM

Sharice nodded, "Yes, Peyton mentioned a vacation coming up. I wasn't aware of the exact dates." (nodded.)

Sharice entered the room and immediately spoke. "Detective Harris, I (spoke,)

 Comment Written 15-Oct-2024

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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I haven't got a six left, although I thought I had.

You have started this story with a huge bang! I'm thinking Fiona is a bit of a psycho, and I'm wondering if she can get out of the wheelchair. Does she have a dual personality? I think this is going to be a frightner--not your usual type of story, but OMG, it's going to be a nail-biter. I'm looking forward to the next chapter. Well done, my clever friend. Love and hugs, Sandra xx

 Comment Written 15-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
    Here we go again! This is the second time I have responded and if it isn't Eleanor bringing you back to me, I don't know what it is. LOL Maybe she thinks she should be in this story too, but she needs a rest before the next go around. This one isn't my type of story but I hope I can pull it off.

    Your virtual six makes me happy and I am thrilled that it means I am off to a good start. Just about to post a shortie - a feel good one.

    Thanks as always.
    Love ya, Carol
Comment from Jacob1395
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I'm excited to see that you've started another book, Carol. This is an intriguing start already. Are you setting your book in London, UK? I only ask as you mentioned the metropolitan police which is the London based police force in the UK. If your character's are English, I just thought to let you know we don't say vacation in the UK but use the term holiday. Ignore me if I'm wrong though. An excellent start, I'm looking forward to reading more.

 Comment Written 15-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
    No, I must stay in the good ole USA or I would really mess up worse than I do. The name Metropolitan Police is something I use in my stories - a name for the city folk. I did know that the English do it. Maybe I should change it from now on. Thanks for enjoying this one too!
    Smiles and hugs, Carol
Comment from Wendy G
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Now that's an ending with a hook - and I have swallowed the bait. This promises to be an excellent read. The sister who rarely sees him except for the dinners - but has a key to his place? Hmm. I can seee why thre sisters don't get along! Looking forward to more.
Wendy

 Comment Written 14-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
    Hurrah! I love it when you like the beginnings of my stories. It's a good judge that I am off on the right foot. And you always seem to catch the little clues - things others miss. Good on you! Thank you so much.
    Smiles, Carol
Comment from Carol Clark2
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Wow, what a great first chapter! We know the characters already, and we have a bit of a disappearance/murder mystery. Fiona's dreams give us great backstory and possible hints of what happened to Peyton. Well done!
Have a blessed week. Carol

 Comment Written 14-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
    Wow! Aren't you so kind and giving me a great boost! I was worried about starting another so soon and wondered if I could give this one the punch it needed. Awesome! I thank you so much.
    Smiles, Carol
reply by Carol Clark2 on 15-Oct-2024
    You're very welcome. I was surprised you started this book so soon. But sometimes you just need to get an idea down while it's fresh. Blessings.
reply by the author on 15-Oct-2024
    I've got a lot to cram into a few weeks if I am going to start the new Eleanor one on Nov. 1st. Don't know that I can do it or not. We shall see.
Comment from DonandVicki
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I'm glad that I caught your story from the first chapter, I was hooked after I read this particular line: "Then, swiftly, almost mechanically, the knife plunged forward. The sound was wet, a muffled gasp escaping from Peyton's lips as his hands flew to his chest, where the blade had buried itself." I will read on.

 Comment Written 14-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
    Awesome! Thank you so much for enjoying the beginning of this chapter. It's a bit out of my norm but I am going to try and give it my best shot. I so appreciate your reading and reviewing.
    Smiles, Carol
Comment from patcelaw
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This is beautifully written and I very much enjoyed listening to it as it flowed very well when it is read aloud I wish you the very best with all of your writing. I also wish you a very wonderful week and may God bless you and keep you safe.

 Comment Written 14-Oct-2024


reply by the author on 14-Oct-2024
    Thanks Patricia for enjoying the story. It was a tough one to get started but I hope it holds your interest. Thank you .
    Smiles, Carol