 PhoenixFlame6 2005-12-24 . chapter 1Ha! Evilsexybastard!Raziel, I love it. I like the fact Raziel behaves like an arrogant vampire lord, and not a little goth-wannabe wussy like some people try to make him out as. Heh, there needs to be more badass vampire stories. Anyway, onto the critique.
I like your imagery. This is definitly a strong point in your writing. Lines like "Raziel looked over his shoulder, his amber eyes hazed with bloodlust, a sultry smile gracing his crimson stained lips" are so vivid, I could picture it clearly in my mind.
You have a fine grasp of grammar, thank goodness! Less and less people seem to have this. You have a strong understanding of the English language, and how to best use words to express yourself. I really "feel" the writing. Just a tiny, tiny nit-pick-- your prose is brutal but regal, and sometimes wording like "crotch" just stick out. That's only a little thing though.
The dialogue is something I have a few quibbles with though. Some sentences seem very in place with the medieval-ish setting, while other times certain times they speak, they sound fairly modern. This is a little bit jarring. Anyway, that was just a small nitpick. I find that the dialogue evens out as the story goes along. My favorite line was "Stupid girl, all love me, but that doesn't free them from their obligations." Nicely chilling!
I love your characterization of Raziel. He's so brutal, but still sultry. Your Oc was nice. Glad to see a female vampire who is not adored by everyone and hold an uber high position.
Overall, great little story! I look forward to seeing more of your writing. Also, thank you for reviewing 'The Most Fallen'. I was very flattered. Now I've read some of your writing, I'm doubly so. Feedback from skilled writers such as yourself is always needed. |