Comment from Master Philip

Excellent

What was that song: "Burn, mother fucker, burn"?
The Bloodhound Gang: "Fire Water Burn"
Your story reminds me of that song.
I'd love to know what he did to his wife (the way I see it, she's more guilty than the priest as it was her marriage).

I'm impressed. I'm all smiles picturing this scenario taking place... ;-)

Sincerely,
Master Philip

 Comment Written 20-Jun-2015

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

Good addition Dean to the Tiny Tales. I like Jimmy's calmness as he confronts the priest then later, with satisfaction fondles the bullets as he watches the smoke rise. Good one.

 Comment Written 07-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Jun-2015

Thank you, Pearl. I really wanted Jimmy's calm demeanor to come through to the readers, and I'm glad it did for you. I felt it was an important element and integral part of the story to convey how much he truly hated this man of God for betraying not only his sacred oath, but Jimmy and his wife's sacred wedding vows.
I very much appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on this tiny, twisted tale.
~Dean

Comment from write hand blue

Excellent

Hi Dean, I see you won the comp with this one.

To be burned alive, handcuffed to something and unable to move. And the terror of that last resort the gun not working.

Took me a minute to work out. That last kick gives your story the edge.

Well done :) Mel.

 Comment Written 05-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

Hey, thanks for taking an interest in this series, Mel. All of the wonderful authors who have contributed to it certainly appreciate your time spent reading and reviewing, including myself.
Much obliged, and pleasant screams, heh-heh!~Dean

reply by write hand blue on 06-Jun-2015

It's my pleasure Dean, to read such interesting and diverse stories, these will all be reviewed over the next few days.

The pleasant screams I can handle, it's the ladies in black rubber that have got me worried. lol. :) Mel.

reply by the author on 06-Jun-2015

Heh-heh, yeah, I know what you mean, Mel, and thanks again. :)

Comment from Green Lake Girl

Excellent

I missed voting in this contest, but can understand why you won. The priest got caught with his host in the hostess. Death by fire is truly horrific. Loved the title! Congratulations.

 Comment Written 04-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 04-Jun-2015

Thanks, but I can't take any credit for the title, Green Lake Girl. That goes to tfawcus (Tony) because he suggested it. It was titled "Unforgiven" initially. But, I'm glad you liked the story, and that is mine, LOL.
I very much appreciate you taking the time to read it. ~Dean

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

I was stuck on the bit about the handcuffs, but not I get it. Jimmy cuffed him to the confessional grid so he couldn't escape. Right? I take it the gun would have been a better choice since Jimmy took all the bullets out.
Congrats on winning.

 Comment Written 03-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2015

You're right, Spit, you grasp the gist of the story perfectly, and thanks for the review.
I look at flash fiction this way. It's sort of like the haiku of prose. By that I mean that haiku has that trademark "Ah-ha!" moment. So does good flash fiction, or at least it better have! The most important characteristic of haiku is how it conveys, through implication and suggestion, a moment of keen perception and perhaps insight into nature or human nature. Haiku does not state this insight, however, but implies it. Same with flash fiction. It does not always spell everything out in blacks & whites. You must rely on your readers abilities to read between the lines just a bit.

reply by Spitfire on 03-Jun-2015

A story that takes more than one read to "get it" --that's quality literature.

reply by the author on 03-Jun-2015

So I've been told a time or two, but not about anything I've written yet, LOL. :}

Comment from chasennov

Excellent

Chapter 22 of the book Tiny Tales of Terror A Tiny Tale of Terror "Holy Smoke" This is most certainly a Dean Kuch special which I did really enjoy much. Very well done.

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 03-Jun-2015

Thanks very much for reading and commenting on the story, Chase. I very much appreciate it. ~Dean

reply by chasennov on 03-Jun-2015

You are most welcome, Dean.

Comment from sandragee

Excellent

'Fondling the bullets in the pocket of his jeans, Jimmy couldn't help but grin.' Jimmy is truly evil. He could at least let the priest have the bullets. An excellent story with a great flash fiction ending.

 Comment Written 02-Jun-2015

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reply by the author on 02-Jun-2015

Now, where would be the fun in that, Sandra? Heh-heh. Oh, I don't blame Jimmy one bit for how he handled the situation. In fact, I'd probably do the same thing if I were in his sordid shoes. I'm just wondering where he's buried his wife?
Thanks again for the review. I appreciate your time, and your comments. ~Dean