Friday afternoon I got an email response from the editor's assistant. While the overall answer was a "no" on publication, the answer was so inspiring that I have to share.
Here are some of the comments the assistant sent.
"Your story has all the elements of drama, mystery, intrigue and danger to make for a very exciting thriller. From the start, I wanted to know what was happening to Anna and what she would do to get out of this horrible situation. Your short chapters add to the paciness of the story, and it’s a very smart choice. Your novel reminded me a bit of Gabriel Lord’s new series, CONSPIRACY 365, which I highly recommend you take a look at."
I need to look up this series since I'm not familiar with it.
She also wrote about the ending of the novel. She liked the ending but thought certain aspects of it take "away the power of the contrast you’ve created with the tension earlier in the novel. I would consider rethinking and reworking this as you revise."
It's good advice, and something I'm mulling over in my head. I've got to let the idea cook a while before I really start to attack the writing.
But I am thrilled that someone enjoyed the book! It made my weekend.
2 comments:
Congratulations! That is wonderful and you are so right to be encouraged. Keep up the good work (as my Dad always said).
That's fantastic! And what great critiques! So proud for you!
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