Counting Crows

by Terri Wallace

When sixteen year old Cleo Martire is exiled to the small Oklahoma town of Bugtussle to do penance for her wild-child ways, she soon discovers that her troubled aunt needs more guidance than she does...and that the only thing more dangerous than big city sins are small town temptations.

25 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 6, 2014

About the author

Terri Wallace lives in Oklahoma with her husband, three children, and menagerie of cats. While working on the mythical Great American Novel, she is frequently distracted by ideas for short stories and cravings for vegan chocolate--neither of which can be ignored.

Terri is currently working on a collection of short stories set in the fictional town of Crankston's Landing. Her short story "The Collector" is the first in that series.

Reviews

[Christy Elkins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Counting Crows by Terri Wallace is a twitchy look at adolescence. The growing pains of teenage rebellion often become complicated, but when mixed with the rigid convictions of religion, it can be a down right catastrophe. Wallace sensationalizes a simple idea with the complexity and awkwardness that any taboo subject deserves. Her mindful approach is full of a sophisticated charm which is unparalleled. As with anything I have read by Terri Wallace my only complaint is endurance. I look forward to reading more from Wallace and hope her stamina increases to give her imagination the longevity it deserves.