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Alright, I've given everyone a chance, and here are your reviews.
John first - And I appreciate your comments on stereotype, sugardoll, but I was just pointing it out. =)
1. Good envision on the game. Typical kids play games when bored, which was captured well by you.
2. I liked the insight into family life - the lack of cleaniness is characteristic, which was exhibited appropriately.
3. I have to say, the best thing about your paragraph was how relevant it was to you. Including your five sisters not only gave you a very good idea of what you were writing, but it added subtle depth to your plot. Amusing, too. =D
4. I liked the fact that the child remained anonymous. Very clever - added a dimension of mystery.
5. Last thing, because I'm feeling picky - Fiery, not firey. I used to make that exact mistake lol.
All in all, a very good paragraph, which was kept brief, straightforward and elongated somewhat. Better than anything I'd have written at your age, certainly. Go you! *Gives gold star*
James... That's HILARIOUS! How fabulously unpredictable! Lo bloody l! XD
1. The most endearing thing is that it was so DIFFERENT! It started off conventionally with the game, and just got progressively better. You never fail to amuse me, which is good, because I don't laugh easily. =P
2. Good names. Practical and subtly surreal.
3. Fabulous image of life for the worse off... no food, lazy parents and a serial killer in the kitchen! ^_^ Makes the atmosphere seem sinister, not just idle and customary.
4. I loved the build-up. You can feel the oddity of "Michael" when you first read it, but you don't put your finger on it until the end.
5. GREAT imagery - intrigues with the shadow references, and builds tension and bloodlust.
6. The integration of random and brutal violence at the end is cliffhanging, classy and co-ordinated - extremely awesome there. Your writing should come with its own cardiac warning not to read if you're of faint circulation, which to me is a rare talent.
7. I know you hate my grammar comments, but that's really the only thing that truly lets down your paragraph. Don't get me wrong, it's still fabulous - I do appreciate that not everyone's an excellent speller.
MINT paragraph, awesome bloodshed and an element of mystery. I loved it. ^_^ *Hands gold star*
And, last but certainly not least -
Jordan. 1. Also unique and rather insightful.
2. Gives one a peek at a dysfunctional family and what it's like for the adults in question - yours is the only paragraph to provide different scope in that manner.
3. I'm so proud of you - you shied away from the male character and took a risk as a female, and it really worked! Whether I should be worried that you seem to comprehend the female brain I'm not sure, but hey, it worked, and that was very interesting.
4. Provides you with insight into the mind of a spoiled brat - that's fascinating.
5. Good bit of wit at the end. Typical male snarl of a comment, and decent grasp on the cerebrum of an adult female.
6. Loving the Psychology of Divorce.
Interesting, tenacious and brave... *gives gold star too*
All in all guys, a REALLY good effort, and thank you for your work! I hope I've helped with my feedback, and all three had great aspects; John's sheer classic simplicity, James' charismatic style and Jordan's visions of both sexes - it really worked. Next time, I think we're going to have to try some more advanced stuff, but I am very impressed with your primary efforts!
Class Dismissed!
Love,
Professor Holly
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