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Ken Flyingheart's avatar

Very fine work, Sean. Wouldn't have expected any different. I'm so glad to see it worked out! Powerhouse collection by powerhouses!

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Sean Thomas McDonnell's avatar

Thanks, Ken! I think any one of your bird stories would have fit in this collection beautifully.

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Ken Flyingheart's avatar

Maybe. I do regret it. Just one of those things. That said, I'll be enjoying the hell out of this one!

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Parker McCoy's avatar

So well written, Sean. I'm really hoping the ducks drown Lance.

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Sean Thomas McDonnell's avatar

Thanks you! You'll love the ending. ;)

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Jessica W's avatar

I love this! So good. The lucid imagery, earnest clarity, and magnificent symbolism of the water and the birds was phenomenally crafted and beautifully written. Of course I always cry at endings. Damn it I want the foxes and ducks to survive. Congratulations on publishing a new book! I can’t wait to hold an original edition in my hands. Thank you for sharing a part of your story with me. Peace.

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Sean Thomas McDonnell's avatar

Thank you, Jessica! That means a lot to me. I'm the same way when it comes to animals. <3

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Garen Marie's avatar

Color me intrigued!

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EJ Trask's avatar

this scene is so fucking good

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Sean Thomas McDonnell's avatar

I would change a few things if I were to rewrite it now, but it's a fun time for sure. 7k words! 😳

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William Pauley III's avatar

Because I'm lazy, I may steal the bulk of this when I post my excerpt. 😅

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Sean Thomas McDonnell's avatar

That's not lazy, that's efficient! haha

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William Pauley III's avatar

You did such a great job! The post is perfection. Can't be improved. I'm also lazy, but it's truly perfect. 👌

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