DUEL with the DEVIL
Viewing comments for Chapter 39 "DUEL with the DEVIL - Chapter 39"The problem of creating a non-addictive painkiller
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Comment from Neonewman
Another great chapter, Jim. I love that Fran and Mike visited, and Jules played with a bluegrass band. What fun and light-heartedness this chapter presented. I'm not sure how I feel about Brian testing the drug on himself. I guess he knows what he's doing, but I feel it may present a problem. I hope I'm wrong.
God bless,
Steve
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2024
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Another great chapter, Jim. I love that Fran and Mike visited, and Jules played with a bluegrass band. What fun and light-heartedness this chapter presented. I'm not sure how I feel about Brian testing the drug on himself. I guess he knows what he's doing, but I feel it may present a problem. I hope I'm wrong.
God bless,
Steve
Comment Written 24-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 24-Oct-2024
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This was one of my favorite chapters, mainly because of the bluegrass band story. I love seeing Julia blossom. Good instincts about Brian's willingness to test on himself. What could possibly go wrong, right?
Thanks again for the 6, Steve.
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Right! Isn't it funny how we become attached to and care for fictitious characters?
Comment from tfawcus
Seems like my guess in the last chapter was wrong! I love the informality of this chapter as a contrast against the methodical scientific progress. It lightens the atmosphere and adds humanity to your characters.
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2024
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Seems like my guess in the last chapter was wrong! I love the informality of this chapter as a contrast against the methodical scientific progress. It lightens the atmosphere and adds humanity to your characters.
Comment Written 15-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 16-Oct-2024
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Yeah, I felt after all that science in the previous chapter, it was needed to counterbalance it. Plus, it was just fun for me to write. Thanks so much for your perceptive review and the 6 stars, Tony. Much appreciated.
Comment from Rachelle Allen
This was light-hearted and fun - nothing worrisome hanging over us or feeling like an undertow. We definitely needed this reprieve. It was fun to think of Julia up there, in her element in front of the crowd. Xo
reply by the author on 24-Sep-2024
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This was light-hearted and fun - nothing worrisome hanging over us or feeling like an undertow. We definitely needed this reprieve. It was fun to think of Julia up there, in her element in front of the crowd. Xo
Comment Written 24-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 24-Sep-2024
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I wonder if she would have gone up there if Brian hadn't suggested it. Probably not. They are good for each other.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
I really liked this chapter. You showed their humanity and Julia's lack of conceit about an amazing talent. The four of them, in spite of their different and secret-filled careers, are a charming family.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
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I really liked this chapter. You showed their humanity and Julia's lack of conceit about an amazing talent. The four of them, in spite of their different and secret-filled careers, are a charming family.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much, Carol and for those 6 stars too. This was one of my favorite chapters, mainly because we get to see Julia branch out. What would her mother have thought of seeing her up there with that band?
Comment from BethShelby
It sounds like the drug is coming around nicely. I like the sister and husband visit and the story of what they do and can't talk about. Also it was fun hearing about July and bluegrass band. Your characters are sll interesting.
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2024
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It sounds like the drug is coming around nicely. I like the sister and husband visit and the story of what they do and can't talk about. Also it was fun hearing about July and bluegrass band. Your characters are sll interesting.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2024
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Thanks very much for your great review and the 6 stars, Beth. Much appreciated. I think Julia's mother would probably be very disapproving of Julia's newfound love of bluegrass.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
This was a good blend of the science and the music, Brian and Jules. I could really imagine the scene at the cafe, that was written well Jim, I felt like I wanted to be there. A good chapter.
Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2024
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This was a good blend of the science and the music, Brian and Jules. I could really imagine the scene at the cafe, that was written well Jim, I felt like I wanted to be there. A good chapter.
Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 19-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2024
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I'm so glad you enjoyed that cafe scene. I thought it would be fun to see Julia branch out and take a direction very different from her upbringing. I would love to have seen her mother's reaction to that!
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Jim,
I loved this post. Especially the part about Jules going up to play with the blue grass band. Someone of her caliber and talent could so easily fall into the same snobby mold as her mother, but she's chosen not to do that, and she and those who listen to her were blessed.
If Brian is successful in his drug, he's going to be getting a bullseye painted on his back by the drug cartels I would think. They seem to make a lot of money selling illegal drugs. This is going to be interesting to see where it goes. Well done buddy!
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Hello Jim,
I loved this post. Especially the part about Jules going up to play with the blue grass band. Someone of her caliber and talent could so easily fall into the same snobby mold as her mother, but she's chosen not to do that, and she and those who listen to her were blessed.
If Brian is successful in his drug, he's going to be getting a bullseye painted on his back by the drug cartels I would think. They seem to make a lot of money selling illegal drugs. This is going to be interesting to see where it goes. Well done buddy!
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Glad you enjoyed this post, Tom, and thanks very much for those 6 stars. Yeah, I don't think Julia wants to be like her mother in any way, hence the addition of bluegrass.
You've given me some good food for thought for a sequel!
Comment from royowen
It sounds exciting, I must admit I never heard of a classical violinist plating with a blue grass band. My daughter graduated from the Adelaide Conservatorium, as a classically trained flautist, but wanted to play jazz, but being a brilliant vocalist trumped both, creating a non opioid pain killer would be worth a Bob or two, beautifully written Jim, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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It sounds exciting, I must admit I never heard of a classical violinist plating with a blue grass band. My daughter graduated from the Adelaide Conservatorium, as a classically trained flautist, but wanted to play jazz, but being a brilliant vocalist trumped both, creating a non opioid pain killer would be worth a Bob or two, beautifully written Jim, blessings Roy
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Sounds like you have a very musically talented daughter, Roy!
Earning money for his drug might be a few years down the road yet, but the potential is certainly there.
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Yes, I can see your point.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
So, I guess Brian hides the recreational drugs when Fran and Mike come for dinner:-) And if they don't talk about their work, what must they talk about, lol!
I had no idea that you could test a drug on yourself; that's interesting.
This was an interesting diversion, Jim. Covid had us doing all kinds of different things to keep from climbing the walls; I cringed a little when Julia took the fiddle, as the person who was ill had been playing it. Covid!
See you on Sunday, right?
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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So, I guess Brian hides the recreational drugs when Fran and Mike come for dinner:-) And if they don't talk about their work, what must they talk about, lol!
I had no idea that you could test a drug on yourself; that's interesting.
This was an interesting diversion, Jim. Covid had us doing all kinds of different things to keep from climbing the walls; I cringed a little when Julia took the fiddle, as the person who was ill had been playing it. Covid!
See you on Sunday, right?
xo
Pam
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Testing on yourself isn't done a lot, but I did some research about it, and there have been some notable examples of it. It can certainly be risky.
Perhaps Julia sprayed the fiddle with sanitizer before picking it up?
Next posting should appear on Saturday. Just 8 more to go.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
It appears life is going perfect for Brian and Julia and for Fran and Mike. I'm a little worried about the drug trial being done on Brian first, but it's understandable. I like this story.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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It appears life is going perfect for Brian and Julia and for Fran and Mike. I'm a little worried about the drug trial being done on Brian first, but it's understandable. I like this story.
Comment Written 18-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2024
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Thanks, Barbara. Yes, things are going well for now, but you know trouble will be brewing soon. Further self-testing will reveal a definite problem.