Really enjoyed this. I was a tad confused by the very end though...was it a replacement cat that came up to her, or did they cure Stranger, or something vague and mysterious that's both of these options? xD
Good question. I wondered whether that would be clear. The "replacement cat" is the creature she saw at the very beginning, who has now taken the shape of a cat. I included some description (two cat's eyes and a white spot on the chest), but I think I should have allowed Norma to see it turn into a cat. As it is now, she knows what it is, but as you've pointed out, the audience doesn't know.
I'd never have thought of this story as atmospheric, but now that you've said it, I can see what you mean. Thanks for letting me peek at this through your eyes.
I loved this but was also puzzled at the ending- your explanation helped. 😊🙏🏼
I'm glad that cleared things up. One reason I'm here is to improve as a writer, so I always welcome constructive criticism and feedback.
Very happy you enjoyed the story.
Really enjoyed this. I was a tad confused by the very end though...was it a replacement cat that came up to her, or did they cure Stranger, or something vague and mysterious that's both of these options? xD
Good question. I wondered whether that would be clear. The "replacement cat" is the creature she saw at the very beginning, who has now taken the shape of a cat. I included some description (two cat's eyes and a white spot on the chest), but I think I should have allowed Norma to see it turn into a cat. As it is now, she knows what it is, but as you've pointed out, the audience doesn't know.
That's really helpful feedback. Much appreciated.
This is so atmospheric, and I loved the incorporation of nature and the cat!
I'd never have thought of this story as atmospheric, but now that you've said it, I can see what you mean. Thanks for letting me peek at this through your eyes.