Beautiful work! Case in point to the author's noted interest in gender essentialism, I assumed throughout I was reading a woman author, since the character's perspective felt so realized. Thanks for publishing/sharing.
Thank you! And yes, that's the idea. I was loosely inspired by Giulia Tofania, who I actually mention in the story. She created/sold Aqua Tofana to help women escape abusive marriages
This was a beautiful story. Initially I was hesitant because of its dual narrative, but as I kept reading it, the story was really engaging and reflective.
Nice read! The pieces come together well as the story progresses. Two quotes I want to pick out that I really like:
"It’s fine babe, Rhonda had said. No one will know. Yet, there the two of you were imprisoned on his phone [...]"
This moment in the story is so strong. The choice of the word 'imprisoned' in particular, had great impact, given how in the story we are meant to feel "caught/criminal" in the revealing of the display of love with Rhonda.
"[...] that her daughter’s scars lay in her bones, swam in her blood."
I think this is another cool line, making the daughter's pain so alive inside Plangnan. It connects well to the violent action she takes soon after.
Beautiful work! Case in point to the author's noted interest in gender essentialism, I assumed throughout I was reading a woman author, since the character's perspective felt so realized. Thanks for publishing/sharing.
I'm so glad the character felt that real. Thank you for reading!
Definitely. I look forward to more of your writing!
Yes, isn't that amazing! Thank you for reading Eleni 💙
I was going to say the same thing! Such strong character work.
Thank you so much!
Very cool to see you’ve been shaped by Octavia Butler. The balancing of the thoughtful themes and the horror reminded me of her work.
Thanks you so much! That's such a lovely compliment
Octavia Butler is ceaselessly inspiring!!
This was a stunning read that I thoroughly enjoyed
Thank you for reading Chinonso!
Thank you for reading and enjoying!
WOW. This kind of makes me want to be brave and speak my own truth. Truly mesmerized and wishing I was as brave as you. Thank you.
Good literature has an amazing way of moving us to be better
What a raw and visceral piece. Beautiful. Well done, Plangdi & Strange Pilgrims.
Thank you for being an amazing reader Michele!
Thank you very much
Riveting!
Thank you for reading Christine!
Thank you!
So interesting. Were there multiple stories/men with Plangnan being the agent of vengeance in them all?
Thank you for reading, Lisa!
Thank you! And yes, that's the idea. I was loosely inspired by Giulia Tofania, who I actually mention in the story. She created/sold Aqua Tofana to help women escape abusive marriages
Yes, I remember.
Be like Beatrice Achike, like Giulia Tofania.
WOW.
Thank you Francis!
Gripping story made more so by the dramatic reader and beautiful art!
Thank you Dorian! We love pairing the published work with art
A chilling read and and a stellar performance of prosaic prowess. Loved (and hated) every bit of this story.👏
Thank you for the kind words Dera 🙇🏾♂️
This was a beautiful story. Initially I was hesitant because of its dual narrative, but as I kept reading it, the story was really engaging and reflective.
The dual narrative in this style was definitely a risk, and I'm glad you enjoyed it
Nice read! The pieces come together well as the story progresses. Two quotes I want to pick out that I really like:
"It’s fine babe, Rhonda had said. No one will know. Yet, there the two of you were imprisoned on his phone [...]"
This moment in the story is so strong. The choice of the word 'imprisoned' in particular, had great impact, given how in the story we are meant to feel "caught/criminal" in the revealing of the display of love with Rhonda.
"[...] that her daughter’s scars lay in her bones, swam in her blood."
I think this is another cool line, making the daughter's pain so alive inside Plangnan. It connects well to the violent action she takes soon after.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. This was a very intentional piece, and I'm happy that it translates well
Would have enjoyed this more if someone had edited it for grammar and spelling