September 2nd, 2010 at 09:38pm
The comma seems awkward in the first line, and in the third to last line, shouldn't it be was quiet instead of quite?. Only things that throw me off though.
The description in this made me a little teary-eyed. I hate knowing that there are kids in her situation, and how she's so scared about everything. Reminds me of some country songs, one called Concrete Angel and the other Alyssa Lies, except this story at least has a remotely happy ending.
A five year old really should never have to run away. That was the line that made me feel a few tears running down my cheeks, and I hated her parents for pushing her to that. The simplicity of the note she left, saying that she still loved them after all this time was the worst part.
The last three lines were perfection to me. I loved how she found herself to be happy and safe finally, and I truly hope that someone could come and find her and save her from this.
I dunno, I got way too into this story since it was so nicely written.
The comma isn't necessary in this case.
...-finally made it to a place that quite
Did you mean ...a place that was quiet?
I'm not sure though. Those were the only 2 mistakes I found.
I really liked this one-shot. Between all the chaos and desperation, she managed to crawl out of it. Quite possibly to a place much worse, since she will be lonely, and away from what would continue hurting her if she stayed. I think that happiness will be temporary though, seeing as how she's only 5. :\
Nice job. Your writing is straight to the point. :D