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Jac Wright’s The Closet {Summerset Tales] is a powerful and gripping short story that completely captivates and draws you in from the very first page to the unexpected and dramatic last one.
From the rainstorm at the beginning to the Mill House itself Jac has the amazing ability to describe vividly and graphically the storm, the atmosphere, the building itself and make you believe you can actually see it, feel it and be a part of it all. I’ve got my own ending but will it be the same as yours I w ...more
From the rainstorm at the beginning to the Mill House itself Jac has the amazing ability to describe vividly and graphically the storm, the atmosphere, the building itself and make you believe you can actually see it, feel it and be a part of it all. I’ve got my own ending but will it be the same as yours I w ...more

I thoroughly enjoyed this short story...I wish it had been longer! I liked how the author subtly revealed the change in affections of the main character towards his wife. I don't want to reveal more, but Jac, through our reading of the Wessex Tales and his own writing, has revived my interest in short stories.
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Exquisite details paint the setting at the old Mill House and the mood of Duncan; just enough background is given of the characters and events to have me intently reading the pages; and, then, abruptly I find "THE END." Brilliant, Jac Wright! You have me anxiously waiting for the next installment.
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The Closet was great. I enjoyed reading it and really like the character Duncan. I didn't want the story to end. I like stories set in England.
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