July 18th, 2015 at 01:03am
Right off the bat I noticed some spelling errors, and the events in the first chapter moved too quickly. Why was her father such a bad person? I would've liked a little more development on that but I noticed in your comments you've said it was your first story you let anyone read, and I know I have stories like that too. I'd definitely be interested in reading a re-write, even though I don't listen to PTV.
I do like the mini celebration between the family- it's such a relief to have such a toxic person out of your life. I'd also like to know why they were leaving if her father had already left.
A little more character development for Izzy would be nice, but I liked that she made a new friend already. I think it's sweet she hugs the boys immediately upon meeting them. Izzy meeting Tony was cute, especially the fact that they both felt a connection.
The small details, such as her climbing across the lattice, and picking the lock with a bobby pin added a nice touch. And, Izzy being briefly disappointed in Mike for questioning her love of Harry Potter was great. She seems like a very strong woman.
From what I've read so far, you've got a good start, and I don't know if you're planning on rewriting it, but you should think about it because it's pretty good!
As mentioned before, I have considered rewriting it. But I've never really gotten around to it or anything, my interests have evolved since I decided to write this. But maybe one day! Thank you for your comment, it made my day. :)