I think the thing that stands out the most from your writing to me, aside from the absolutely poetic feel of the prose, is that your style is so consistent. It's quite wonderful. I often have trouble keeping the same tone. And this next bit could be misconstrued, but I feel like with every chapter you improve a little bit. The writing seems to be a little better, kind of like a picture slowly coming into focus. Does that make sense? It's really brilliant, the way the chapters progress.
As for the plot and characters, I really didn't expect Mortimer to be the name of death personified. And yet it fits, because of "mort", which connotes things for me. I also really like Kerra as a character. To me, at first some of her actions were a bit surprising, but that's what a normal person placed in her situation would do. I think you put yourselves in your characters' shoes so well; it's pretty commendable.
I feel like when I rethink on the plot, it happens at a normal pace, yet because of your writing style, everything is lugubrious, and like honey dripping. And that, I feel, also fits because there is so much death and this story really has lots of hidden tragic bits amongst the beautiful writing style you have, y'know?
Ahaha sorry for asking so many "rhetorical" questions. I really love this story.
I ACTUALLY HATE YOU SO MUCH RIGHT NOW REALLY no not really but OMG WHY I MISS SAM SO MUCH ASKJDFHLAKSJDHFLASKJHDF OH MY GOD HE WAS SO SWEET AND CUTE AND ADORABLE I MISS HIM SO MUCH but I guess it had to be done please update soon just know that I still lysm
I would have liked to know more about Sam. His presence in this story seems too short lived, excuse the irony, but we didn't get to know much about him at all. But I understand the abruptness of death. All well.
SAM WHY. my relationship with Mortimer is so love hate it's ridiculous. everything in Kerra's life is just taking this turn for the worse and oh my. I hope she can stay strong enough for now.
Sam. Oh, Sam. I miss him already, the poor kid. I feel so bad for Kerra, and for Percy because he's her brother and MORTIMER! I AM VERY ANGRY WITH YOU! <3
Oh my god. The most recent chapter was absolutely perfect. Through this whole story, I've been admiring how well you've drawn me in, I've already grown attached to most of the characters and have almost felt what they felt. When Kerra was upset and broken, I wanted nothing more than to hug her and tell her everything is going to be alright. And then there's Mortimer - I've been on the edge with him, but finally decided that yes, I did love him. And now he's killed Sam and... That hurt. But congratulations, because the way you convey emotion is mind-blowing.
I also love the relationships between the characters, my favourite being the relationship between Kerra and her brother, Percy. It made me so happy when he called her 'butterfly'. Please continue writing! :)
oh okay don't even go there with me - this chapter was perfect. I don't know how you do it every time, but you do. the part with her brother was so flawless, I can't even.
This chapter wasn't offbeat. It was perfect, gut-wrenching. I love how she finally seemed to let go when her brother held her. I'm glad she has someone else in that house now aside from her bickering parents. And Mortimer, Mortimer, Mortimer, I love you. <3
um oh my god lol you think this chapter is shit this chapter was so beautifully written I can't believe you think this is bad this is so amazing there's so much emotion PLEASE UPDATE SOON
WAIT SO IS SAMUEL DEAD OR BRB CRYING ACTUALLY SERIOUSLY ASDKJFHALSKJDHCALKJSFHDLKAJSDHFLKJ but the end tho Mortimer still trying to comfort Kerra but Mortimer sorry LULZ antonyms~~ please update soon c:
oh god. I just found this found this story today. I finished up to the last chapter just today. I don't really know what to say about this story. I can't explain why I love this story so much. There is something about it. It made me feel cold but amazing inside. It feels like it's changed my life, in some way. Hopefully you update soon. I am CRAVING more. This is probably my favourite story on Mibba.