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    The Chains
    
    Author: Fox
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    (Added on May 12, 2003)
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    This is one chapter excerpted from the novel "Summer in Paradise", by Fox. | 
   
 
 
   
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    Flying Dutchman
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    Oct 8, 2005 | 
   
   
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        Excellent writing. Good scenario. Looking forward to reading more from this author.  (9/10) 
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    boccaccio2000g
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    May 17, 2003 | 
   
   
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        This is very nicely written; but since we join the story "in media res" the characters lack background, context, and, to some extent, physical descriptions.  And that takes a bit of the immediacy out of the story for me.  But clearly Fox is a talented author; I suspect that the full story probably supplies much of the descriptions missing in this excerpt. With that background the story would easily be worth a '9' -- and perhaps more. (8/10) 
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    redEva
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    May 16, 2003 | 
   
   
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        And not only “could” as I gather it is published.  Superbly well written and real joy to read.  Will be looking for more for sure (10/10) 
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    kemosabe
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    May 15, 2003 | 
   
   
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        Extremely well written which is a rarity in this site.  No unspelled words, good grammer and well constructed sentences.  What is this world coming to? (8/10) 
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Fox
  (Edit)  (May 16, 2003)
 
        - Thanks for the vote of confidence. There are a number of well written stories on this site. I agree, grammer and speling are often a problem (heh heh). 
 A good question: what IS this world coming too? 
       
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    kittenfemme
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    May 13, 2003 | 
   
   
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        *purrrrr!* I love the Cassandra character and how surprisingly well she developed in my mind while reading so little of her. I think I'll have to wait for the blood to return to my brain before I type more. *fan self* (8/10) 
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    ladys_maid
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    May 12, 2003 | 
   
   
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        This is a nicely descriptive story and the atmosphere is charged. However, it is a chapter taken from a larger work, so the background and context are not very clear from the beginning and the characters are a little empty. The actual scene itself is rather reminiscent of many films where the hero/heroine is tied up and sexually threatened by their captor. In summary, it is well written without being especially innovative. (7/10) 
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Fox
  (Edit)  (May 13, 2003)
 
        - Very perceptive comments. The bondage is based on a scene from a movie, as you surmised. It is not intended to be innovative, but titillative. The larger question I have is, having read the chapter as an excerpt, would it pique your interest sufficiently that you would consider buying the book?
 I would like to discuss this further with you, if you are willing. If you wish to do so, please write me at  writerfox@fastmail.ca By the way, the intent was to craft a well-written piece, as opposed to a creative piece. I am on a continuous quest to improve my skills and nurture my craft.
  
       
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