Reviews from

Do Horses Go to Heaven?

a narrative poem about a stable fire

13 total reviews 
Comment from TPAC
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Great story writer describes events well in this work details interesting saga dealing with horse composition nicely structured with key points Thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 26-May-2015


reply by the author on 26-May-2015
    I am delighted you enjoyed my saga. Thank you for your kind praise.
Comment from l.raven
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I have lived in Illinois over 40 years...and remember this fire well...it broke my heart as I love horses...your story is very well told...and the picture heartbreaking...so sad...still makes me cry...luff Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 26-May-2015
    I appreciate your sympathetic review and very kind praise, Linda.
reply by l.raven on 26-May-2015
    you are so very welcome...xxoo luff
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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This is so great but tragic in what it was based on. I remember that horrible fire and all of the beauties that did not make it. You did an excellent job telling the story. I see no changes. Good job with the rhyme and flow. Good luck in the contest. Thanks for the author notes. And, yes, horses go to Heaven. {check out Rainbow Bridge--Google it].

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 26-May-2015
    I appreciate your very kind review. Thank you for sharing.
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Comment from Bill Schott
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This IS a great story within a poem. It seems like this story was made to be told in verse. I can only imagine the prose story to be, although tragic, rather so-so in comparison.
First line... out here

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    Thank you, Bill, for sharing my lengthy poem and your very encouraging review.
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
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What a brilliant story so well told in good abcb rhyme form. A very tragic story that held the reader in its grip right until the end wondering what was going to happen to the horses. One could not help but enjoy this piece of writing, realistic, imaginative and told in an intelligent way. That final stanza takes some beating - a wonderful way to end your story. Surely you should do well in the contest. Good Luck. Warm regards Dorothy x

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    Hi Dorothy! Your review has me grinning from ear to ear. I am delighted you found it both imaginative and intelligently told. Thank you so much for the kind words and the six stars.
Comment from Ginnygray
Exceptional
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Excellent writing, suspense, and tragedy in your poem! The story, compelling though sad. The characters in your story were so courageous, and your question at the end revealed the young girl's mindset! This was definitely a six star poem, and a delightful read! What a talent for writing!

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    Thank you so much, Ginnygray, for sharing "Do Horses . . ." and your fabulous review & rating. I delighted you felt the story was compelling though sad. I am definitely encouraged to write more poems like this one.
Comment from Mary H-W
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That's a unique story line, well-told and captivating
Although the title already hinted that one or more horses would not survive, I read it anyway, ('cause death's just a part of life) and I'm glad I did. It's a touching poem that moves at just the right pace.

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    I am so pleased you found the poem to be enjoyable despite the sad topic. Thank you for sharing and your kind praise.
Comment from gazzagodbod
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Im sure they do and gallop through the fields of soft white clouds wonderful piece about bravery for these wonderful creatures and dispair for those lost xxgazzaxx

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    Thank you for taking the time to read this rather long poem. I truly appreciate your comments.
Comment from Loyd C. Taylor, Sr
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Hello poet friend. An exciting and action filled poem, story of a couple of different rescues that took place. The ending was great and left the reader questioning. Nice poem.
Congratulations on the entry of your poem-story. I wanted to come by and review each one. My very best to you in the contest.
Loyd C. Taylor, Sr.

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    Thank you so much, Loyd, for taking the time to read this rather long poem and your very kind praise.
reply by Loyd C. Taylor, Sr on 26-May-2015
    A good day to you friend and you are very welcome. Please check my work out here on Fanstory when you can. Thanks, Loyd C. Taylor, Sr.
Comment from Brett Matthew West
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Nice tribute to these animals you have written here. Yes, tragedies do happen to more than the human species. Well done.

 Comment Written 25-May-2015


reply by the author on 25-May-2015
    I appreciate the compliment, Brett. Thank you for sharing my story poem.