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Jane Dougherty's avatar

He's not a reading man, this Dovedale, is he? Especially not vampire stories... Great set-up!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Haha! Not so much, no. He’s more a man of (nefarious) action.

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Jane Dougherty's avatar

I’ve just started this story. I thought I’d already read it but I have,’t. Have you used that photo before?

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Oh! Also, the same photo is used for every episode, sort of like a cover. The only difference is the episode number/subtitle. Just to make things trickier, lol.

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Jane Dougherty's avatar

Yes, each time I’ve seen this appear I’ve thought, I’ve read this one.

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

I don't think so? But I have used other photos similar to it and in those grey tones...foggy, wintry woods and mountains seem to be my jam! Sorry for the confusion.

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Jane Dougherty's avatar

It just means I’ve been missing a story I’m enjoying reading, that’s all. I’ll catch up xx

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Nick Winney's avatar

Fabulous and enticing! And what an absolute cad this Dovedale is... most evocative and beautifuly visual. Huge admiration!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Nick! Oh, Dovedale is a cad and far worse!

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Nick Winney's avatar

i forsee a beautifully rendered demise for him…ultimately…after more horrid deeds…but dont let on!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Hmmm…you may be right, I shan’t tell. But there is much adventure to be had first!

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Nick Winney's avatar

im getting onto parts 2-5 shortly. You reall nail the prose Liz. love this style… partial to it myself as you know! 🤓

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thank you, Nick! I’m so glad you’re enjoying it!

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Nick Winney's avatar

grand!

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Jennifer James's avatar

I'm incredibly intrigued. I love the mystery. I love a hunt for artifacts.

Your detail, especially relating to the main character, is excellent.

I can't wait to see where this goes.

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Jennifer! I think this one is going to be at least novella length. Really delving into the character of Will Dovedale.

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Ken Flyingheart's avatar

Dammit with the plot spoiler in your comment section. What the hell! In any case, this is phenomenal. Nobody writes like you do, Liz. The worlds you create are vast, breathing places and I can't wait to see what dark corners you whisk me off to this time. Masterful!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

So glad you enjoyed it, Ken! This is the story I was/am chipping away at as I go. More and more of it is revealed to me as I write and study what’s come out on the page.

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Kit Karlsson's avatar

The Byronesque vibes are strong with this one. By the way, I just finished reading Tales from the Palace of Night and I love how gracefully and easily you can switch up your style, atmosphere, and setting between stories.

Onto Part 2!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks so much, Kit! I’m so glad you enjoyed the book! Thanks for being a reader at The Palace 💚

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Pages After Dark's avatar

Your writing is so good! Now I wanna check out part 2. Keep on writing, fellow writer!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thank you so much! That makes my day!

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Garen Marie's avatar

Fantastic start, Liz! You’ve set the scene and the characters so vividly. Seems like a great horror adventure story in the making!

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Garen!

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Leanne Shawler's avatar

The prince is a vampire, isn’t he…

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

You’re on to me, Leanne! I’m still working that end of things out, though.

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Barron's avatar

Wonderful tale can’t wait for more.❤️

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Dad!

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Jim J Wilsky's avatar

Liz! Ohhh, hell yeah. I don't know where to begin. For one thing, fantastic character names. That just flat doesn't happen without a lot of thought. I'm all in and waiting for the next part. - Jim

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Jim! I love figuring out character names. They are important. I think this will be a horror adventure with lots of nods to classic horror characters. But I want depth, too. Will Dovedale is pretty horrible (as we’ll see), but he does have a lot of layers.

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Shane Bzdok's avatar

Dripping in delicious detail, per usual, Liz. If this is the amuse-bouche, then I eagerly await the main course. Hook is set. More, please.

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Shane! There is more to come and it gets deeper quickly.

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Renee's avatar

More! Pretty please 🩷

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Liz Zimmers's avatar

Thanks, Renee! More will come soon!

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