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The Closet
Love is a battlefield. Who will get out of it alive?
Harry Duncan Wood runs a hotel in the historic city of Bath with his beautiful young wife. When he falls in love with Mill House, an old greystone farmhouse on the banks of river Avon among the soaring hills of Somerset, and sets about moving his family there, the first appearances of the cracks in the marriage take him by surprise. Is his wife seeing another man? Duncan needs to get to the bottom of the affairs for his own sanity. Sometimes, however, ignorance is bliss and will also keep everybody alive.
The Closet is written in the tradition of Charles Dickens' The Pickwick Papers and Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales as the first in the collection of literary short fiction, but with an added element of suspense. It accompanies the first title in the author's full-length literary suspense series, The Reckless Engineer, published by Soul Mate Publishing, New York.
Harry Duncan Wood runs a hotel in the historic city of Bath with his beautiful young wife. When he falls in love with Mill House, an old greystone farmhouse on the banks of river Avon among the soaring hills of Somerset, and sets about moving his family there, the first appearances of the cracks in the marriage take him by surprise. Is his wife seeing another man? Duncan needs to get to the bottom of the affairs for his own sanity. Sometimes, however, ignorance is bliss and will also keep everybody alive.
The Closet is written in the tradition of Charles Dickens' The Pickwick Papers and Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales as the first in the collection of literary short fiction, but with an added element of suspense. It accompanies the first title in the author's full-length literary suspense series, The Reckless Engineer, published by Soul Mate Publishing, New York.
48 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 6, 2013
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Jac Wright
3 books27 followersJac Wright is a published poet, a published author, and an electronics engineer educated at Stanford, University College London, and Cambridge who lives and works in England. Jac studied English literature from an early age of three, developing an intense love for poetry, drama, and writing in Speech & Drama classes taken every Saturday for fourteen years, and in subsequent creative writing classes taken during the university years. A published poet, Jac's first passion was for literary fiction and poetry writing as well as for the dramatic arts. You will find these influences in the poetic imagery and prose, as well as the in the dramatic scene setting and deep character creation.
These passions - for poetry, drama, literary fiction, and electronic engineering - have been combined to create the first book in the literary suspense series, The Reckless Engineer. There are millions of professionals in high tech corporate environments who work in thousands of cities in the US, the UK, and the world such as engineers, technicians, technical managers, investment bankers, and corporate lawyers. High drama, power struggles, and human interest stories play out in the arena every day. Yet there are hardly any books that tell their stories; there are not many books that they can identify with. Jac feels compelled to tell their stories in The Reckless Engineer series.
Jac also writes the literary short fiction series, Summerset Tales, in which Wright explores characters struggling against their passions and social circumstances in the semi-fictional region of contemporary England called Summerset, partly the region that Thomas Hardy called Wessex. Some of the tales have an added element of suspense similar to Roald Dahl's Tales of the Unexpected. The collection is published as individual tales in the tradition of Geoffrey Chaucer's Caterbury Tales, Charles Dickens' The Pickwick Papers and Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales. The first tale, The Closet, accompanies the first title in the author's full-length series, The Reckless Engineer.
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These passions - for poetry, drama, literary fiction, and electronic engineering - have been combined to create the first book in the literary suspense series, The Reckless Engineer. There are millions of professionals in high tech corporate environments who work in thousands of cities in the US, the UK, and the world such as engineers, technicians, technical managers, investment bankers, and corporate lawyers. High drama, power struggles, and human interest stories play out in the arena every day. Yet there are hardly any books that tell their stories; there are not many books that they can identify with. Jac feels compelled to tell their stories in The Reckless Engineer series.
Jac also writes the literary short fiction series, Summerset Tales, in which Wright explores characters struggling against their passions and social circumstances in the semi-fictional region of contemporary England called Summerset, partly the region that Thomas Hardy called Wessex. Some of the tales have an added element of suspense similar to Roald Dahl's Tales of the Unexpected. The collection is published as individual tales in the tradition of Geoffrey Chaucer's Caterbury Tales, Charles Dickens' The Pickwick Papers and Thomas Hardy's Wessex Tales. The first tale, The Closet, accompanies the first title in the author's full-length series, The Reckless Engineer.
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June 12, 2013
Clearly, the author is a poet. THE CLOSET transports the reader to a lonely farmhouse where animals stand as structures, and Duncan is soaking wet from the rain. Mr. Wright draws the reader into the scene with very distinct atmospheric prose that I've seen mostly in poetry.
We, as readers, are drawn to the man who is so very careful as to not leave a crumb on the carpet to show he has been to the house. We want to know why? Is he in danger? Is he delusional? Is he a stalker? Duncan may be. He is middle-aged, worried that his young wife is having an affair. He MUST know. Is he foolish? Only time will tell, because his wife is arriving soon. He's found the proper hiding place - the closet.
While the psychological tension is mounting, Mr. Wright delivers a delicious twist as Duncan's world spins. Nothing is to be the same for him. The ending is jarring perhaps, but one of two options happens. Duncan let's us know.
All in all a fun short fiction read.
We, as readers, are drawn to the man who is so very careful as to not leave a crumb on the carpet to show he has been to the house. We want to know why? Is he in danger? Is he delusional? Is he a stalker? Duncan may be. He is middle-aged, worried that his young wife is having an affair. He MUST know. Is he foolish? Only time will tell, because his wife is arriving soon. He's found the proper hiding place - the closet.
While the psychological tension is mounting, Mr. Wright delivers a delicious twist as Duncan's world spins. Nothing is to be the same for him. The ending is jarring perhaps, but one of two options happens. Duncan let's us know.
All in all a fun short fiction read.
June 18, 2013
It took a bit to get into this very short book. The sentences are very long in places and convoluted, so it was hard to follow the narrator's train of thought. Once the plot took off it became easier. I thought the narrator wasn't the smartest person in the world for lots of reasons. That made it difficult for me to think he didn' help himself get into the predicament that we are presented with at the end... I gave this 3 stars instead of 2 because I was interested in knowing what happens next.
June 8, 2013
As a prelude to a full novel this one was well written and very suspenseful. I became so immersed in the story that the big "The End" came as a bit of a jolt. I actually went back to see if I had missed something but oh no, it was really the end and I have to wait to find out exactly what happens. Which I will, so this as a teaser was very successful. Well done.
September 24, 2013
Jac Wright has done it!! I won a copy of the " Closet " and I must say it was it was an honor to read it read it.
This is a short story about a man Harold Wood who is married now to his second wife - they have a 5 yr old son. Whom he loves very much. The tow of them together run a a hotel by the name of Sumerset Hotel an the reside on the 3rd floor of it. He has recently purchased the Mill's house- and had suggested to Carrie ( his wife ) that they move in to it as a family. They could have horses on the land,, and offer horseback riding tours to their guests and such. It would help make up for the loss projected income. However, Carrie is not liking the idea. She is fighting him about moving to the house for some reason.
So he tells her that he has to go out of town for a few nights and will be back. but instead of leaving - he watches her.
This story has alot if intrigue and twist to it. If I continue telling you what happens then you will not want to read it. I give this story a 20 star rating an then some. The scenes, plot, and the characters come alive!!! You feel like you are right there with Harold and Carrie.
Jac Wright has done an Amazing job with this story!!! And it is a MUST for ALL!! WELL DONE,WELL DONE
This is a short story about a man Harold Wood who is married now to his second wife - they have a 5 yr old son. Whom he loves very much. The tow of them together run a a hotel by the name of Sumerset Hotel an the reside on the 3rd floor of it. He has recently purchased the Mill's house- and had suggested to Carrie ( his wife ) that they move in to it as a family. They could have horses on the land,, and offer horseback riding tours to their guests and such. It would help make up for the loss projected income. However, Carrie is not liking the idea. She is fighting him about moving to the house for some reason.
So he tells her that he has to go out of town for a few nights and will be back. but instead of leaving - he watches her.
This story has alot if intrigue and twist to it. If I continue telling you what happens then you will not want to read it. I give this story a 20 star rating an then some. The scenes, plot, and the characters come alive!!! You feel like you are right there with Harold and Carrie.
Jac Wright has done an Amazing job with this story!!! And it is a MUST for ALL!! WELL DONE,WELL DONE
October 28, 2014
This gripping and suspenseful short story is beautifully written. The beginning with Duncan struggling through the pouring rain and strong wind, soaking wet and filled with conflicted thoughts, immediately takes you there. Mill House and the surrounding property were clear in my mind’s eye, and I could hear the howl of the wind threatening to blow Duncan off his feet.
As he makes himself a sandwich, making sure there are no signs of him having been there (he’s supposed to be in France for five days) we learn that he is laying in wait for his wife Carla, whom he suspects is having an affair. He has decided to set himself up in the closet in the master bedroom after he had overheard a phone call between Carla and an unidentified person. There he hoped to discover what was going on….
As the suspense ramps up, the tension is palpable. Suddenly THE END!! Totally unexpected. I was not ready for that…what happened? I actually went back to see if I had missed something, but no! Definitely needed a little more there!
Very enjoyable!
As he makes himself a sandwich, making sure there are no signs of him having been there (he’s supposed to be in France for five days) we learn that he is laying in wait for his wife Carla, whom he suspects is having an affair. He has decided to set himself up in the closet in the master bedroom after he had overheard a phone call between Carla and an unidentified person. There he hoped to discover what was going on….
As the suspense ramps up, the tension is palpable. Suddenly THE END!! Totally unexpected. I was not ready for that…what happened? I actually went back to see if I had missed something, but no! Definitely needed a little more there!
Very enjoyable!
June 13, 2013
I was lucky enough to win this through the author's giveaway. Thank you! This review is from the Kindle edition.
This short story had me "on edge" from the very beginning. I couldn't wait to see what was coming next. Loved the descriptions of the house, especially the part about hearing the water beneath the
house. I could almost hear it myself - of course it was pouring rain so that might have helped (but I don't think so..lol).
The only thing more that I have to say is that I wish it were longer! This is definitely a "book" that leaves you wanting more.
Very highly recommend getting if you enjoy mystery, suspense and sitting on the edge of your seat (so to speak).
This short story had me "on edge" from the very beginning. I couldn't wait to see what was coming next. Loved the descriptions of the house, especially the part about hearing the water beneath the
house. I could almost hear it myself - of course it was pouring rain so that might have helped (but I don't think so..lol).
The only thing more that I have to say is that I wish it were longer! This is definitely a "book" that leaves you wanting more.
Very highly recommend getting if you enjoy mystery, suspense and sitting on the edge of your seat (so to speak).
July 10, 2013
Too short but nothing happens.
March 12, 2017
After laying the groundwork for what looked to be a great story the book abruptly ends. Very disppointing.
April 2, 2014
Harry Duncan Wood runs a hotel in the historic city of Bath with his beautiful young wife. When he falls in love with Mill House, an old greystone farmhouse on the banks of river Avon among the soaring hills of Somerset, and sets about moving his family there, the first appearances of the cracks in the marriage take him by surprise. Is his wife seeing another man? Duncan needs to get to the bottom of the affairs for his own sanity. Sometimes, however, ignorance is bliss and will also keep everybody alive.
When Duncan suspects that his wife may be having an extramarital affair he sets the stage to obtain proof. Setting himself up in the house to catch her, Duncan gets more than he bargained for. Having inadvertently gotten himself locked in a closet, will Duncan be able to escape before a nefarious plan is carried out?
Although The Closet is a very short novella, it certainly packs a punch. The build up of suspense is fantastic. Duncan ends up in a less that comfortable position in his quest to catch his wife cheating on him. What follows is a dramatic somewhat inner monologue as Duncan tries to figure out how he ended up in his situation. He comes up with a plan that has a 50/50 chance of succeeding He makes alternate arrangements just in case the plan fails. The author keeps the reader in suspense all the way to the end.
The author uses wonderful descriptives throughout, but gets pretty flowery as some points. In those cases, less really is more. When sentences contain several adjectives and/or are overly detailed some readers are apt to skip those particular passages, potentially missing key points. I didn't do that but I could see others moving beyond those sentences without a problem.
Review Copy Purchased on Amazon.
When Duncan suspects that his wife may be having an extramarital affair he sets the stage to obtain proof. Setting himself up in the house to catch her, Duncan gets more than he bargained for. Having inadvertently gotten himself locked in a closet, will Duncan be able to escape before a nefarious plan is carried out?
Although The Closet is a very short novella, it certainly packs a punch. The build up of suspense is fantastic. Duncan ends up in a less that comfortable position in his quest to catch his wife cheating on him. What follows is a dramatic somewhat inner monologue as Duncan tries to figure out how he ended up in his situation. He comes up with a plan that has a 50/50 chance of succeeding He makes alternate arrangements just in case the plan fails. The author keeps the reader in suspense all the way to the end.
The author uses wonderful descriptives throughout, but gets pretty flowery as some points. In those cases, less really is more. When sentences contain several adjectives and/or are overly detailed some readers are apt to skip those particular passages, potentially missing key points. I didn't do that but I could see others moving beyond those sentences without a problem.
Review Copy Purchased on Amazon.
July 30, 2014
'The Closet' by Jac Wright is a very clever and well-written short story.
Harry Duncan Wood runs a hotel in the city of Bath together with his young second wife Carrie. They live in the same hotel, but Duncan has recently puchased and is in the process of renovating a large, run-down, old Mill House in a desolate place in the hills, with the intention of converting it to a hotel and to come to live in it.
At the beginning of the story, Duncan is on his way to the Mill House in quite a foul mood. He is suspecting that his wife Carrie is having an affair under his nose. He has a plan to find out if this is true or not. He falsely tells her that he is going to France for 5 days on business. Soon after he overhears her on an excited telephone conversation with someone planning to spend some time together with this person in the Mill House while he's abroad.
That morning, Duncan leaves no clues of his arrival in the Mill House and he hides in the bedroom closet waiting for Carrie and this other person's arrival. What happens then? Is he correct in his suspicions? Is she really betraying him or is it just his overworking imagination? Who is this other person? How will this story end?
I really enjoyed myself reading this book as it is extemely well written. I could almost hear the wind howling and the sound of the stream as it passes beneath the Mill House. My only complaint is that I thought it would be a longer story; it was in fact extremely short. When I arrived at 50% of the ebook, thinking I was half down the story, it suddenly ended and the other half of the book was just information about and the starting chapters of the author's novel 'The Reckless Engineer'.
Harry Duncan Wood runs a hotel in the city of Bath together with his young second wife Carrie. They live in the same hotel, but Duncan has recently puchased and is in the process of renovating a large, run-down, old Mill House in a desolate place in the hills, with the intention of converting it to a hotel and to come to live in it.
At the beginning of the story, Duncan is on his way to the Mill House in quite a foul mood. He is suspecting that his wife Carrie is having an affair under his nose. He has a plan to find out if this is true or not. He falsely tells her that he is going to France for 5 days on business. Soon after he overhears her on an excited telephone conversation with someone planning to spend some time together with this person in the Mill House while he's abroad.
That morning, Duncan leaves no clues of his arrival in the Mill House and he hides in the bedroom closet waiting for Carrie and this other person's arrival. What happens then? Is he correct in his suspicions? Is she really betraying him or is it just his overworking imagination? Who is this other person? How will this story end?
I really enjoyed myself reading this book as it is extemely well written. I could almost hear the wind howling and the sound of the stream as it passes beneath the Mill House. My only complaint is that I thought it would be a longer story; it was in fact extremely short. When I arrived at 50% of the ebook, thinking I was half down the story, it suddenly ended and the other half of the book was just information about and the starting chapters of the author's novel 'The Reckless Engineer'.
July 6, 2013
This gripping short, set to be a series of venue shorts of the people in the town of Summerset is beautifully written with clever descriptions, common concerns and one overwhelming why. Jac Wright is obviously facile with words, and appreciates the rhythm that can be found in a poetically phrased sentence. While others see Hardy, I was pleased to not find the overwhelming foreshadowing as we followed Harry Duncan Wood through this quick read.
The scenery comes alive, as does Harry’s overwhelming need for something apart from the hotel/guest house that he and his wife run, and his plans to move the family there is causing friction and making him question his relationship. From the biting wind to the views, the sense of tumult is omnipresent, even extending to Harry’s thoughts. Truly a cleverly planned and plotted story that is the perfect diversionary read. Wright has a deft hand with the pen and plotting, and is this is a lovely start to a series of vignettes that explore the residents and their innermost struggles.
I purchased an eBook copy of the book on the author’s recommendation. I was not compensated for this review; all conclusions are my own responsibility.
The scenery comes alive, as does Harry’s overwhelming need for something apart from the hotel/guest house that he and his wife run, and his plans to move the family there is causing friction and making him question his relationship. From the biting wind to the views, the sense of tumult is omnipresent, even extending to Harry’s thoughts. Truly a cleverly planned and plotted story that is the perfect diversionary read. Wright has a deft hand with the pen and plotting, and is this is a lovely start to a series of vignettes that explore the residents and their innermost struggles.
I purchased an eBook copy of the book on the author’s recommendation. I was not compensated for this review; all conclusions are my own responsibility.
June 11, 2013
Thank you to Jac Wright for providing a copy of this first story in a series in exchange for an honest review. I had read a recommendation by a friend and am so glad that I decided to read it even though short stories are not my "thing". The descriptions of the house and Summerset along with the development of the main character kept me reading straight through. I could see the house; hear the running water under and around it; sense the enchantment this man feels for this house; and also to feel his strong need to live in this mill house. His actions when he arrives at the house and when the others arrive at first irritated me and then as events unfolded drew me into his need to act. At one point I sensed a bit of Poe and found my heart racing just as it does when I reread one of my favorite stories by him (can't state which one since almost a spoiler). All in all I greatly enjoyed this read and eagerly anticipate the next installment. Hurry up, Jac Wright, pins and needles are uncomfortable!
December 26, 2013
Thank you to Jac Wright for providing a copy of this first story in a series in exchange for an honest review.
I had mixed feelings upon reading this. The author does a really fantastic job of describing the surrounding property where this takes place, although I felt at some times that he was giving a little too much detail which made the story a slow progression. What I did not like was the dialogue that takes place between 2 of the main characters. It felt forced, like it was being written by a different author with a different writing style. At one point I felt like I was watching a television show where the villain reveals their plans prematurely and then ends the monologue with a hearty, cackling laugh.
Overall, I think the story certainly shows great potential and I will definitely want to read something longer written by this author to get a better feel for his writing style and potential. A worthwhile read.
I had mixed feelings upon reading this. The author does a really fantastic job of describing the surrounding property where this takes place, although I felt at some times that he was giving a little too much detail which made the story a slow progression. What I did not like was the dialogue that takes place between 2 of the main characters. It felt forced, like it was being written by a different author with a different writing style. At one point I felt like I was watching a television show where the villain reveals their plans prematurely and then ends the monologue with a hearty, cackling laugh.
Overall, I think the story certainly shows great potential and I will definitely want to read something longer written by this author to get a better feel for his writing style and potential. A worthwhile read.
May 16, 2015
Thank you Goodreads for the free story!!
Once I got through the first couple paragraphs with the crazy assault of similes. I was able to more comfortably settle into the story. At first I was thinking too much information in too few pages, but then I remembered it was a short story. The story was well thought out and moved along at a good pace. Was a quick easy read for me in between cooking Prime rib for Christmas dinner and having to cook the rest of the side dishes to go along with it. Besides the rapid fire of similes at the beginning of the story the only other area which caused me to give it 4 stars instead of 5 was the fact that I just didn't like the main character. I felt no sympathy for him getting into his predicament. I won't discuss the ending as I don't want to issue any spoilers and it is a quick and easy enough read to find out for yourself.
Once I got through the first couple paragraphs with the crazy assault of similes. I was able to more comfortably settle into the story. At first I was thinking too much information in too few pages, but then I remembered it was a short story. The story was well thought out and moved along at a good pace. Was a quick easy read for me in between cooking Prime rib for Christmas dinner and having to cook the rest of the side dishes to go along with it. Besides the rapid fire of similes at the beginning of the story the only other area which caused me to give it 4 stars instead of 5 was the fact that I just didn't like the main character. I felt no sympathy for him getting into his predicament. I won't discuss the ending as I don't want to issue any spoilers and it is a quick and easy enough read to find out for yourself.
October 10, 2014
A prequel to his novel, The Reckless Engineer, this short story follows Duncan through a few hours of a day that will forever change his life. He has crafted a scenario to test his assumption that his wife is having an affair, he will pretend to go on a trip to Paris yet will stay and see who it is she has planned to meet while he's "gone". He is meticulous in his plan, careful to make the house seem as though no one is there. Will he prove that his wife is having an affair? Who is it with? Can he cope with this knowledge if it is found to be true?
Mr. Wright's writing is full of beautiful descriptions and is more like reading prose poetry. While very easy to imagine due to his descriptiveness, sometimes his sentences do drag on a bit muddling the story. Overall though it is very good and makes me curious what happens to Duncan, his wife, Carrie and everyone else invloved.
Mr. Wright's writing is full of beautiful descriptions and is more like reading prose poetry. While very easy to imagine due to his descriptiveness, sometimes his sentences do drag on a bit muddling the story. Overall though it is very good and makes me curious what happens to Duncan, his wife, Carrie and everyone else invloved.
June 17, 2014
I received this book to give an honest review.
So I started getting into the book and then got to the ending and was like WHAT! It stops there? Is there more? Talk about a cliff hanger. I literally went back a few pages re-read them and was like oh wow I didn't miss anything like I thought.
This is a short story, but it draws you in with Harry. He is a middle age man who is married to a young woman and has a 5 year old son. When he assumes his wife is having an affair he hides in a closet (hence the name the title) But what happens when he is in the closet? I really want to get in on these tales to find out what the heck happens to Harry, his wife! Wasn't what I was really expecting and I enjoyed that.
September 22, 2013
Four Stars only because of the HUGE CLIFFHANGER! I did not go into this short story expecting a cliffhanger that really left me pissed off that we did not have an answer to the most important part of the PLOT. I am also upset that the next book is not ready for me to read. What I will say is that this was a BRILLIANTLY written story that had me on the edge of my seat until the end. Jac Wright took me to a new level in this book and I loved it. I could feel the emotions of the characters and felt like I was in the closet too! I just want to know what happens next and I am entirely too frustrating that this book was brilliant!
November 24, 2013
I received this from Library Thing to read and review. This is the story of a man, Henry Duncan, who has married a younger employee. Together they have a young son. When he begins to suspect his wife is cheating on him, Henry hides in a closet to try to trap his wife and her lover. However, things do not turn out quite the way he envisions. The author has written a pretty good story, with a lot of suspense for a short story. His descriptions are quite good, and his characterization is likewise well done. I found myself mesmerized with the story and how it would turn out from the beginning. This is an author who deserves the reader’s time to read.
January 2, 2014
This is a short story that I received in a Goodreads Giveaway! Thanks!
The story is about a man named Harold who comes to check on his home in the English countryside, planning some home renovations, and to keep an eye on his wife who he fears is straying. I can't really say too much more about the plot of the story without giving something away, but I really enjoyed reading this! It had a surprising twist at the end that left me wanting to know what happened, and to keep reading. I would love to read a longer version of this with more details about the ending. A very short story but a good one too!
The story is about a man named Harold who comes to check on his home in the English countryside, planning some home renovations, and to keep an eye on his wife who he fears is straying. I can't really say too much more about the plot of the story without giving something away, but I really enjoyed reading this! It had a surprising twist at the end that left me wanting to know what happened, and to keep reading. I would love to read a longer version of this with more details about the ending. A very short story but a good one too!
January 25, 2014
The Closet is the first in a series of short stories (Summerset Tales) by English poet, author and engineer, Jack Wright. In this tale, Harry Duncan Wood suspects his wife, Carla (who is confusingly sometimes referred to as Carrie) of having an affair and, having overheard a telephone conversation, hides out in the closet of their country retreat, Mill House, to find out with whom she is secretly meeting while she thinks he is overseas. He finds out a lot more than he expected to. This short story packs a punch with a very dramatic climax although it would have benefitted from some judicious editing in the rather wordy description of the location and surrounds of Mill House.
March 16, 2015
Harry Duncan Wood is successful business man believes that his second wife having an affair. Duncan's first marriage end because of an affair. Duncan is seeking prove that his wife is having an affair. When Duncan's wife and Realtor begin talking it shocks Duncan what they're saying. Duncan gets the message out and rescued by the police. What does Duncan's wife plan? Your answers await you in The Closet.
This character driven tale just proves that humanity isn't as good as it appears to be. I feel bad for Duncan. His wife's a total bitch. I would definitely read more of this author's work in the future.
This character driven tale just proves that humanity isn't as good as it appears to be. I feel bad for Duncan. His wife's a total bitch. I would definitely read more of this author's work in the future.
June 11, 2013
Jac Wright’s The Closet {Summerset Tales] is a powerful and gripping short story that completely captivates and draws you in from the very first page to the unexpected and dramatic last one.
From the rainstorm at the beginning to the Mill House itself Jac has the amazing ability to describe vividly and graphically the storm, the atmosphere, the building itself and make you believe you can actually see it, feel it and be a part of it all. I’ve got my own ending but will it be the same as yours I wonder?
I for one can’t wait for the next. Absolutely loved it.
From the rainstorm at the beginning to the Mill House itself Jac has the amazing ability to describe vividly and graphically the storm, the atmosphere, the building itself and make you believe you can actually see it, feel it and be a part of it all. I’ve got my own ending but will it be the same as yours I wonder?
I for one can’t wait for the next. Absolutely loved it.
July 21, 2013
I know it's usual when reviewing a book to give a summary of the plot. But I won't since its already given. Living in India, so far away from the mileau described in the novel, I have to imagine all the details. The author describes everything in the minutest detail, which made me impatient at first. I thought to myself, Oh get on with it. However I gradually appreciated this because the surrounding, the characters, all stood out vividly. With complete clarity I could see it all. The extract ending was a total surprise. I didn't see it coming. And I want to know what happened next.
January 14, 2014
I received a free copy of this short story!
This was a really good short story, its written in a more classical style that not all people may like but being a lover of the classics it was great. There was a lot of irony like Duncan's wife cheating on him when their intimate relationship started as caffair, and the fact that her affair was with a man younger than him.
I look forward to reading other books and stories from Jac Wright.
This was a really good short story, its written in a more classical style that not all people may like but being a lover of the classics it was great. There was a lot of irony like Duncan's wife cheating on him when their intimate relationship started as caffair, and the fact that her affair was with a man younger than him.
I look forward to reading other books and stories from Jac Wright.
February 16, 2014
I loved this. At first, I was going to abandon it because of too much description; however, I'm glad I didn't. The only other problem I have with this is the cliff hanger. I was really getting into the story when I was surprised with the end of this short story. Can't wait for the second part. Well worth downloading. I only wish I hadn't waited so long to read it.
July 6, 2013
Exquisite details paint the setting at the old Mill House and the mood of Duncan; just enough background is given of the characters and events to have me intently reading the pages; and, then, abruptly I find "THE END." Brilliant, Jac Wright! You have me anxiously waiting for the next installment.
July 9, 2013
Wow. I really liked this. I am not very good about reading the book summaries so I didn't know what it was about. From the very beginning its interesting and vivid, Lord I could see everything so clearly as if I was there. It didn't unravel quite how I thought either and I always love a good surprise. Looking forward to more from Jac!
July 22, 2013
I thoroughly enjoyed this short story...I wish it had been longer! I liked how the author subtly revealed the change in affections of the main character towards his wife. I don't want to reveal more, but Jac, through our reading of the Wessex Tales and his own writing, has revived my interest in short stories.
August 16, 2013
High praise for Jac Wright. I loved it and I didn,'t want it to. end. The story was well written and very entertaining. The characters were easy to relate to. I would recommend this story to my friends and I will be looking for more stories from this author. Well done Mac. I can't wait for your book, it's going to be really good.
November 27, 2013
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
Why was it so short?!
This book- mini book- was a very good start to a series. Its imagery is ridiculously accurate and the suspense begins early on. I would recommend it to those who greatly enjoyed jac wright's other books such as the reckless engineer.
Why was it so short?!
This book- mini book- was a very good start to a series. Its imagery is ridiculously accurate and the suspense begins early on. I would recommend it to those who greatly enjoyed jac wright's other books such as the reckless engineer.
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