Comment from Ric Myworld

Excellent

Yes, I do believe, that this story is going to be one Helluva ride. And I plan to do my best to be with you whenever I can. Great chapter. :-)

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Hi, Ric. Thanks for the great review!! Glad you're finding it interesting enough to keep reading. :) Bev

Comment from Green Lake Girl

Exceptional

You're increasing the level of suspense and paranormal happenings, Bev, and I love it! I'm also getting a good feel of your team and their various personalities.

Great description when Luke studies the painting of Bellingham:

"The hair on his arms rose in reaction to the sense of unease this imagined intimacy created."

It seems that Jenkins is Bellingham's "bitch", passing warnings to the Paranormal crew through the possessed caretaker.

Super job with this chapter, Bev!

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Hiya, Marietta. Thank you for this awesome review. I'm really glad you felt this chapter provided more insights into the personalities of the team members. There's more to be revealed along those lines! I'm very grateful for your support and encouragement.

:) Bev

reply by Green Lake Girl on 14-Sep-2014

In typical Bev fashion, you leave us wanting more after every chapter!

reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

hehehe... sort of my M.O.

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

Luke seems pretty cocksure of himself. Perhaps he hasn't yet run into an entity he couldn't outwit or out-maneuver, btu he needs to realize that doen't mean that it's beyond the realm of possibility. Especially in the realms that he, Mia, Mike, and Emma are dabbling in while at the Bellingham Estate.

Some dogs are extremely territorial. My Chihuahua won't allow anyone, not even my wife, to get within two feet of me without barking and growling in a threatening manner. So, I completely got the picture of what old man Jenkins' dog was doing. he was protecting what's his, and watching over his master's well-being.

But why old man Porter would want a portrait of a man who brutally murdered someone in his home is a bit...odd, to say the least.

Now, suspecting he may be a conduit for Bellingham's evil entity makes the whole situation even more dire.

Hopefully, the Maine Paranormal Society can deal with it.

Nicely written, Bev. Another excellent and suspense-filled chapter.

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Thanks, Dean. I really appreciate this very encouraging review and your supportive insights. Thanks for taking time to read and review, my friend. :) Bev

reply by Dean Kuch on 14-Sep-2014

It was my pleasure, Bev. I don't know how I missed the middle chapter of this. I'll have to go back through and read it later. :}

reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

You're really most kind, Dean. Thankx! xx

Comment from seaglass

Excellent

This is well written and makes the reader feel present. I have actually witnessed "the voice" on one occasion and it scared the wits out of me.

With such strong resistance and demonstration so early, it's sure to be quite a bumpy ride.

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Thanks so much, Seaglass. I'm sure your experience was life-altering. I know my contact with the supernatural has changed, considerably, my worldview. I really appreciate the great review and your encouragement. :) Bev

Comment from TheSprite

Excellent

"He fell back against the wall. Grabbing his head, he pulled at the roots of his hair as if he was trying to eject invading insects."

Tee hee! I got a great visual from this defining moment! :) Gotta have a creepy caretaker and then to have him possessed! Oh my what a yucky place to have to investigate!

I kept feeling a familiarity while I was reading and relating to the characters. Not the caretaker! LOL! Mia kind of felt Nancy Drew-ish and Luke was kind of "feeling" Scooby Doo -ish.

This is NOT a criticism in any way! This storyline is still working very nicely. I only say this to make you aware. I am not sure of your intended audience. If it is JA you are dead on. If it is the adults you may need to make things, well, darker? I would perhaps be better to find out your intent before I say these things but I honestly got those feelings and wanted to share them with you. By the way, I happen to like Nancy and Scooby very much! :)

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Hi, TheSprite. I appreciate your shared insights. There's a lot yet to come that will, possibly, change the way you see these characters. Having said that, I'm not offended by either of your comparisons. I grew up on Nancy Drew. And I do think there's an adult market for this type of book. Gore and ultra-dark is getting a bit old for some of us. Thanks much for the excellent review. :) Bev

reply by TheSprite on 14-Sep-2014

LOL! HBO and their different productions based on books has certainly taken the gore and blood to another level. I get that! :)

Can't wait to see what that dead S.O.B. and his nasty spirit will cook up for our friends next! :)

reply by the author on 15-Sep-2014

I've been giving more thought to your remark about the genre, so your insights are appreciated. I'm not sure what I'll do with this after I finish it on the site. Right now, its more for my own entertainment and, of course, growth, that I'm finishing it. Always more to learn! Thanks again. :)

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Oh my, you've certainly got the action started with this one! I love a good ghost story, and this has all the markings of a hair-raising tale. Love it!

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Thanks so much, Dawn. I really appreciate you taking time to read this third chapter. Much appreciated, my friend. Hugs, Bev

Comment from Drew Delaney

Excellent

This piece was well written and the imagery good. It is very creepy because I believe in demonic possession. A frightening thing to even imagine, but it is real.

I also like the author notes. It helped me immensely as to the first three terms on the list. The others I knew, but for some, they many not know. I am looking forward to more of your work. Have a great week.

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Hi, Drew. I think there is considerable evidence for the phenomenon of possession. Whether it's other entities or just something at odds in the mind of the person, there's no doubt it is dark and threatening. Thanks so much for the grand review. I appreciate your continued interest in my novel. :) Bev

Comment from poetbear

Excellent

Great plot and story.
Well written and crafted.
Reads well and keeps your attention.
Incredible artwork that compliments the story.
Nice work with the terms.

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Thanks so much, poetbear. I'm glad you liked the chapter and appreciate your generous review! Warm regards, Bev

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Exceptional

Oh my!!! I can tell we are going on a ride too. Your writing is great and I am enjoying this story. I hope you stick to it. I know weird things can happen when writing something like this.

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Hi, Barbara. Thanks for the great review! I plan on finishing, no matter what the spirits might do :) Appreciate the encouragement and support. Bev

Comment from boxergirl

Excellent

Good job with the continuation of your story line. Your descriptions and dialogue were realistic and engaged me from start to finish. 8-)

 Comment Written 14-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2014

Thanks so much, BG. I really appreciate the kind review. :) Bev