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Gary L Taylor's avatar

That was a great read. Really well written, you feel immersed only a short way in and it holds your attention all the way through.

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you, Gary. That means a lot. I’m really glad it pulled you in early and held you through to the end.

Brad Barnett's avatar

I enjoyed this, well done!

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you, Brad. I’m really glad you enjoyed it.

R. Morris Passmore's avatar

Masterful, evocative telling.

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you, I really appreciate your feedback.

WildBillHiccup's avatar

Really enjoyed the imagery. It was quiet yet profound. I felt like I was sitting in the cell with Maria and experiencing what she did. Well done!

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you so much, I really appreciate this. I wanted the cell to feel close and quiet, so it means a lot that you felt there with her.

Alicia's avatar

Oh, the humanity. Your telling of these stories really brings them to life! You place the reader squarely into the scenes. Very well done.

Martin Fischer's avatar

I really appreciate that, Alicia. That’s exactly what I hoped for - not just the record, but the people inside it.

Alicia's avatar

You are an amazing writer! I really love these deep dives you do.

Martin Fischer's avatar

This made my day. Thank you so much. I love doing these deep dives, so it means a lot that they’re landing with you.

Alicia's avatar

You’ve got a fan here! The things you write resonate deeply with me. ❤️

Martin Fischer's avatar

Alicia, that really means a lot. Thank you for reading with such care. I’m so glad these pieces resonate with you. ❤️

Alicia's avatar

Really enjoy your stories, Martin!! I hope you keep putting them out there.

2260 Hamilton’s Lore & Shadows's avatar

This was a very thought provoking piece. I felt as if I were there. The cold darkness of Maria's cell, the tortured betrayal of the women who named her. Her quiet strength and resolve not to name other victims for the violence of ignorant men. Her life returned to her after her torment irreparably changed. Bravo!

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you so much. I’m really touched by this, especially that you felt her return as changed, but not erased.

Aaron- Double Feature Press's avatar

Not exactly what I was expecting to read today. Love the atmosphere you created.

Martin Fischer's avatar

Thank you that means a lot. I really wanted the atmosphere to do most of the work.