DUEL with the DEVIL
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Comment from Pearl Edwards
This decision is one that could have long lasting effects depending on how successful or not Brian's project goes. Just as well Jules is so successful. A good read Jim.
Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2024
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This decision is one that could have long lasting effects depending on how successful or not Brian's project goes. Just as well Jules is so successful. A good read Jim.
Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 16-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2024
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Thanks, Valda. Yes, that is the big question. There's a big risk involved in this venture. No guarantees.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Well-framed and I can feel the anticipation and hope for having a dream that will become a reality.
They always manage to land on their feet financially, so I hope that is the case again. No mention of Julia's mother, so I'm imagining they're still estranged. Might she start suffering and need this miracle drug? The plot thickens!! Nicely done chapter, Jim. xoxo
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2024
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Well-framed and I can feel the anticipation and hope for having a dream that will become a reality.
They always manage to land on their feet financially, so I hope that is the case again. No mention of Julia's mother, so I'm imagining they're still estranged. Might she start suffering and need this miracle drug? The plot thickens!! Nicely done chapter, Jim. xoxo
Comment Written 15-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2024
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Thanks, Rachelle. We won't be seeing Julia's mother again in this story, but definitely in the next one if I decide to write the sequel.
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
The Big Rx pain system is deliberate and lethal in my opinion. It is proven to cause addiction, yet they still sell it and rake in the dough. When we were moving me I was injured from extreme pain, and my sister gave me some pain pills. I took half a dose an they calmed me down so I could sleep. But I saw the problem of whating that relief. I gave them back to her. I could not let myself want them. Too dangerous. I wanted to ask her for more, but slippery slope. Karen
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2024
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The Big Rx pain system is deliberate and lethal in my opinion. It is proven to cause addiction, yet they still sell it and rake in the dough. When we were moving me I was injured from extreme pain, and my sister gave me some pain pills. I took half a dose an they calmed me down so I could sleep. But I saw the problem of whating that relief. I gave them back to her. I could not let myself want them. Too dangerous. I wanted to ask her for more, but slippery slope. Karen
Comment Written 15-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2024
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Let me ask you this: Would you be against taking them if they don't make you high, your body didn't develop a tolerance for them such that you required more and more, and there were no harmful side effects?
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Jim,
while I never dared such an elaborate venture, I can understand where Brian is coming from. When I first started fishing for money, I had little knowledge and a lot of overhead. There was no guarantee of success. As I got better at it, and bought larger boats and permits and expanded, there was greater and greater risk. Fortunately Jan believed in me, and wanting me to enjoy what I was doing, supported me. There is nothing like having the support of your spouse.
Now, unfortunately, I think Brian is going to run into the buzz saw of government regulations, which seem designed to frustrate the entrepreneurial spirt, as well as the big pharma that you mentioned. No one seems to be content to let the little guy succeed, they want all the money and control. I'm looking forward to seeing where this goes. Well done buddy.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2024
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Hello Jim,
while I never dared such an elaborate venture, I can understand where Brian is coming from. When I first started fishing for money, I had little knowledge and a lot of overhead. There was no guarantee of success. As I got better at it, and bought larger boats and permits and expanded, there was greater and greater risk. Fortunately Jan believed in me, and wanting me to enjoy what I was doing, supported me. There is nothing like having the support of your spouse.
Now, unfortunately, I think Brian is going to run into the buzz saw of government regulations, which seem designed to frustrate the entrepreneurial spirt, as well as the big pharma that you mentioned. No one seems to be content to let the little guy succeed, they want all the money and control. I'm looking forward to seeing where this goes. Well done buddy.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 15-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2024
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It does sound like you had a very similar experience. A supportive wife is a must in situations like that.
The concerns for Brian's success are very real ones but I won't be dealing with them in this book. I've begun thinking of a sequel to this story, however, and I will likely get into those in that one. I haven't fully committed to the idea yet, but unless I get a better idea for a story, that will probably be the next one.
Thanks for a great, enlightening review, Tom.
Comment from royowen
If one succeeded in inventing a non addictive drug for pain, there would be a big payout for the inventor and creator for certain, but if the big pharmaceutical companies could be interested in quashing it too, idealistically the inventor could be in danger one way, but very rich the next, beautifully written Jim, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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If one succeeded in inventing a non addictive drug for pain, there would be a big payout for the inventor and creator for certain, but if the big pharmaceutical companies could be interested in quashing it too, idealistically the inventor could be in danger one way, but very rich the next, beautifully written Jim, blessings Roy
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks, Roy. You've identified a definite risk involving Big Pharma. It won't be part of this story, but perhaps in a sequel.
Comment from jmdg1954
Nothing ventured, nothing gained! Right.
With Jules earning $500k per year, I think they'll live comfortably for the time being.
Brian's building his lab in his home? Did I read that correctly?
I think in the paragraph in which Brian mentions he's had this since he was 16 and now your book has fast forwarded, I think you should incorporate his age in there. I don't know where he's at in life... is he 24, 27, 32 moving onto the project.
I think it would give done more credibility to his going forward. Just a thought!
Cheers,
John
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Nothing ventured, nothing gained! Right.
With Jules earning $500k per year, I think they'll live comfortably for the time being.
Brian's building his lab in his home? Did I read that correctly?
I think in the paragraph in which Brian mentions he's had this since he was 16 and now your book has fast forwarded, I think you should incorporate his age in there. I don't know where he's at in life... is he 24, 27, 32 moving onto the project.
I think it would give done more credibility to his going forward. Just a thought!
Cheers,
John
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Yes, he's planning to build it upstairs in his unfinished attic. I liked your suggestion, John, and I changed the first paragraph to indicate his and Julia's present ages. Thanks!
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Awesome. Glad to be a part!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Brian has a very ambitious endeavor head of him. I'm glad Julia is on board, but I couldn't help but wonder what a baby would do to this plan. Just being me. LOL I can't wait to read more.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Brian has a very ambitious endeavor head of him. I'm glad Julia is on board, but I couldn't help but wonder what a baby would do to this plan. Just being me. LOL I can't wait to read more.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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That's a great issue you brought up, Barbara. Let's see what happens with that by the end of the story.
Comment from BethShelby
This sounds really good. Julia is making plenty of money to support them and the two of them have put away enough to finance the lab he needs. She has faith in him to being will to take a risk and they both seem to realize the good that would come of it if he is successful. Nicely written.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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This sounds really good. Julia is making plenty of money to support them and the two of them have put away enough to finance the lab he needs. She has faith in him to being will to take a risk and they both seem to realize the good that would come of it if he is successful. Nicely written.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Thanks very much, Beth. A perfect summary of the situation. Now, if only it comes to pass!
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
She really does love and trust him doesn't she? You've created a very loving partnership here and it's given Brian the strength and confidence now to branch out. His decision is ambitious but you frame it all here in a compelling argument. On balance, I would agree with Julia's response, not least because I think Big Pharma has too much vested financial interest in addiction to be doing anything themselves (although they may well challenge anyone who does). Another faultless chapter in your very engaging book, Jim. Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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She really does love and trust him doesn't she? You've created a very loving partnership here and it's given Brian the strength and confidence now to branch out. His decision is ambitious but you frame it all here in a compelling argument. On balance, I would agree with Julia's response, not least because I think Big Pharma has too much vested financial interest in addiction to be doing anything themselves (although they may well challenge anyone who does). Another faultless chapter in your very engaging book, Jim. Take care Debbie
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Yes, she does trust him, but that will surely be put to the test soon.
I think you may be right about Big Pharma. Some scientists are working on a non-opioid approach, but they may be independents like Brian, or perhaps Little Pharma. And you can believe they will probably fight it when (if) it comes to pass. That's been a cash cow for them for years.
Although I don't address that in this story (the fight with Big Pharma), I may decide to write a sequel that may go into that as part of the story.
Thanks for this thought-provoking review, Debbie!
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Holey Moley, concert violinist can make really big bucks??? I never would have figured. I mean when I see a concert on teevee with a hundred musicians, all surely aren't paid premium alms, as revenue from such events would never cover the costs.
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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Holey Moley, concert violinist can make really big bucks??? I never would have figured. I mean when I see a concert on teevee with a hundred musicians, all surely aren't paid premium alms, as revenue from such events would never cover the costs.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 13-Sep-2024
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No, they aren't, but the guest soloists are, depending on the orchestra of course. Those in smaller cities maybe not make so much, but the larger cities with good orchestras will pay big bucks for a good soloist.
