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Meredith
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Well, I won't have to send a query next week. The response came in the mail today.

The letter was a form rejection, but there was a handwritten note at the bottom. Specifically, she says, in part:

[quote]I found the sample confusing; I think the action needs to be clarified{/quote]

I'm having trouble figuring this out. Really. The sample was the first three chapters. That's through the first attempt to kill Crystal.

Of those of you who've read it (Kitti, OWASM), can you think back and help me with this? This part hasn't changed significantly (a few minor tweaks is all) from the first draft. I thought it was pretty clear.

The only real action in that part is the assasination attempt and Valeriah's chase.

Anyone out there willing to read the first three chapters (about 40 pages) and help me see what she means?

I'm really at a loss on this one.

[This message has been edited by Meredith (edited June 29, 2010).]


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Lionhunter
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I'll be honest with you, i haven't really read your posts thoroughly (with your fiction),except... maybe that query letter a long time ago, but i'd like a shot at whatever pages you're willing to give.
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MikeL
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Meredith,
I'd be willing to give my point of view if you'd like.

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aspirit
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I'll read them and mark any confusing spots.
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MAP
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I'd be willing to look at it as well.

I'll be out of town this weekend, so I won't be able to get to it until next week if you are not in a huge hurry.


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Meredith
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Didn't have your email addy, MAP. Thanks for the offer.
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babooher
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If you shoot me a copy today while I still have access to a free printer/ink/paper I'll check it out.
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