I love Dominique. She immediately gets my attention. I definitely see some of Fleur's attitude in her. And I am VERY, VERY curious to see what happens next. More, please?
Author's Response: Whenever I get my writing head on straight, this will be one of the first stories I update.
Makes me want to read more! Get to writing!!
Author's Response: So much to write, so, SO little time. *sigh* Thanks, hun. ;)
Ha! I really like Ali. I rather like your introduction of him and your protagonist's frustration with him. Poor Ali. ;)
“No, not small. She is... not old. What is word?”
Haha! Seriously, I love the exchange of dialogue between Ali and Jameson. Really, you dialogue here is quite natural and authentic. It's rather refreshing and amusing to read.
I am curious why Jameson boss congratulated him, unless he was trying to speak English. :P
“Sorry about that. It’s just that, I’ve met so many Muhammad’s and Ali’s while I’ve been in this country, I was beginning to think that the book of Most Popular Egyptian Baby Names had just the two names in it.”
Hehe. Yes, your characters are greatly amusing me. I know this story features a murder, but I can't stop giggling.
I look forward to the next chapter. Great start so far. :)
Author's Response: Haha, hey, thanks! I'm glad you are enjoying the characters so far, especially since there isn't much plot to speak of in this chapter.I imagine the reason the Department Head congratulated him was that he was surprised by Alexander's intelligence; he's grown used to him being just the resident interpreter.
I'm glad that you were giggling! I usually try to be somewhat humorous.
Anyway, I'm happy you've liked it! I'll be updating soon -- I'd better if I want to finish it before the challenge deadline. ;D
I'm on the edge of my chair waiting for the next installment! I love the humanness of both characters. He wants to be more and do more . She also wants to prove herself. It shapes up to be a match made in heaven. Hopefully they'll both find themselves as their friendship grows and their self-confidence rises.
You did a wonderful job of showing how a maturing young adult struggles with his own personal Goliath and yet the Goliath is shared by another who feels he is also on his own. I suspect you will show the characters' growth as they emerge victorious from their personal yet joint battle for recognition, adulthood, self-actualization, self-esteem and self-control.
This was a very insightful look narrated captivatingly!
Author's Response: Thank you! That is so nice of you! I, um, didn't realize I was so deep, haha. =] Thanks for the review!
Interesting start! Love the detail, I had a very clear picture in my head as I read along. :)
Author's Response: Thanks!
