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The Portrait Open in new Window. [13+]
A boy goes off to war... (900 words)
by Amethyst Snow Angel Author Icon
Review of The Portrait  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
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Storyline: A haunting tale about a close-knit father and son who share a love for art and paintings in particular. John is heartbroken to see his son go off to war, but Sam makes a promise to his father. He swears he will paint a self-portrait and bring it back as soon as possible for his father to hang up with the rest of their art collection. John holds onto a letter from Sam, staring at the art collection, hoping that his son will return soon.

Spelling/Grammar Issues: None

Description/emotion: John's heartache was spot-on. And although I knew this story would come to a tragic end, I was shocked by how it all came about. During the visit of Sam bringing the painting at Christmas, John is thrilled to see him and accepting of Sam's friend orphan friend, Ralph when the war is over. That grandfather clock that continually kept time, chiming little reminders that time moves forward.

Overall Impression: I was surprised to learn that Sam was a ghost once Ralph arrived to tell John of the fire. Even more shocked to learn that Sam saved Ralph's life and all of his artwork was destroyed. I enjoy these stories of mystery, and how the universe somehow manages to leave little gifts behind that seem almost impossible.




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