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Six Sentence Sundays

3/4/2012

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I meant to post this earlier but the kids grabbed the computer.  As this is the first time I've participated in Six Sentence Sundays, I felt it was appropriate to give you the first six sentences of my current WIP, The DeFord Chronicles, Part I :

"Chauncy DeFord kept his eyes trained on his surroundings and his back to the wall as gaily attired people floated past him.  His vantage point gave him a view of most of the hall.  His senses were engaged at every level for this was a most perilous situation—this was a court ball.

It was his second visit to court in his four and twenty years, and the atmosphere was far more festive than it had been on his previous visit.  The celebration of the Crown Prince’s marriage, a month previous, was still ongoing in his and his new wife’s absence.  While the bridal couple was on honeymoon, the noble youth of the kingdom continued to flock to the court in search of romance and adventure."

What do you think?
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Angela Quarles link
3/4/2012 10:29:04 am

Great setting with a hint of escalating tension. Court balls CAN be treacherous! Make sure to sign up Tuesday so you'll be on the list and others can find you. Also, if you visit theirs, they'll reciprocate.

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Kate Warren
3/7/2012 07:29:13 am

Thanks for the feedback and the reminder!

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Joanna Hope link
3/5/2012 01:46:45 pm

I'm liking the DeFord Chronicles already. Picturing this ball, and thinking Chauncy's smart to keep his eyes wide open. One can never be too careful when others are searching for romance and adventure.

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Kate Warren
3/7/2012 07:29:40 am

Thank you, Joanna. Nice to see you here!

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Teresa Cypher link
3/11/2012 07:11:22 am

I like it. You have a wonderful voice. I sent an email about the "Bridging the Gaps" excerpt. I see the same thing here--you pack a powerful punch of information without dumping backstory. Thank you for visiting my six this week!

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