I love your foreshadowing, the way you used aroused in the first paragraph and how Anton walk was described as lurching right from the start. You got the goosebumps flowing on my arms right away! Thanks for reminding me how powerful short stories can be.
"Now in her house, Hadley felt a frisson of power over her awkward visitor." My heart raced in fear for her from the minute he arrived! Amazing story Joyce. Happy Halloween.
Pumpkin Head
Yikes. Well done.
Thank you so much for sharing. So much here! I look forward to reading it many more times.
I love your foreshadowing, the way you used aroused in the first paragraph and how Anton walk was described as lurching right from the start. You got the goosebumps flowing on my arms right away! Thanks for reminding me how powerful short stories can be.
This was as pleasurable as the caramel ice cream I had for dessert.
Whoa doggies ... wonderfully eerie story, Ms. Oates! Thanks so much for sharing!
A goddamn Classic.🎃
"Now in her house, Hadley felt a frisson of power over her awkward visitor." My heart raced in fear for her from the minute he arrived! Amazing story Joyce. Happy Halloween.
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