This is a great read, @katrina-ariel. I really enjoyed the suspense once the story kicked into gear. You have done such a nice job of creating an intriguing main character and circumstances. There are so many lyrical, beautifully worded moments in this chapter.

Blue-grey clouds loomed over the valley towards town, but the sun shone in the foreground, giving the mountains a golden glow that contrasted with the weather beyond. The horses and I stood in shadow, blending into the dull green-gold of the grass.

Tha is lovely!