Crowns of Thorns

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Title To be honest, I didn't really see how the title is related to the drabble at all until I read the little information at the end of your story. First off, it's quite eye-catching but it's not really original so I wouldn't be sure whether I would have read your story or not in the midst of the other stories. Although there aren't many stories that has the same title as yours, I believe I may have heard it from elsewhere which is why I didn't think of it as interesting. Now, as mentioned, I didn't understand the title's relevance to the story until you told us at the end of the story; then I understood. Daehyun was suffering, no doubtlessly he would. The term 'thorns' does really symbolise the pain he's going through, it's as if the thorns are piercing through his head cause undoubtedly that's where he recalls the times he spent with his ex-girlfriend. It's almost as if the stabbing of the thorns is a constant reminder and somewhat mockery that he'll never be able to let go of the past where he's trapped in.   I'm not sure if that's the kind of message you were trying to send across but nevertheless because of the reasons stated above, I actually quite liked your title. Orginality-wise, it's not the creative one out there but the meaning behind it and how it links to your story makes it likeable. So yes, I understand on why you used it, and after realising why it made me like it. So kudos to you!       Appearance [Foreword; Description; Poster (if any); Readability} I felt that both the foreword and description gave away a bit too much of the story. I believe that most people would've expected that something must've happened to Daehyun, and it wouldn't really be a surprise if it was a heartbreak.Let's start off with the description. I didn't realise that it rhymed after reading three times!  You don't exactly tell us what happened during the two meetings that were mentioned however one could've guessed that important happened. Later on in the foreword, you further elaborate that indeed, on that day, Daehyun and his ex-girlfriend got together hence why it was a happy event. What I don't understand is that, you clearly state that something both good and bad happened on that bench; so why further explain it? This would leave space for the reader to imagine what could've happened during those two events and eight times out of ten, they'd be somewhat right. In other words, I feel as if you were more or less repeating the same thing in the foreword. You could've inserted flashbacks or snippets of their relationship in the foreword so the readers would've a glimpse of what the used-to-be couple were like. Thus, it also make the readers question or ponder on what've made the relationship crumble - this would also, hopefully, spark interest in reading the rest of your story as well! So yes, I believe that some work may be needed in the foreword but I don't think it's much to worry about.      For the poster, I quite like it! I would've expected something black and white but it's refreshing to see something new. Daehyun's image really does reflect the pain he's in throughout the story, and moreover it depicts his loneliness as well. I spy the bench as well which obviously holds an important place in the story so I could see its relevance. There's a dark tone to the poster and it mirrors the mood of the story as well, and also the colours used resemble to thorns as well so I could see its importance as well. So yes, I quite like the poster! So props to the designer and you!   Now, I realised that you chose a chapter layout for this drabble which I'm alright with! However, it contrasts strongly with the theme of your story. Whilst your drabble gives a sad mood, the layout chosen states otherwise - it's quite floral? I have to admit, it's pretty but I would've preferred another layout because it just doesn't seem match the mood of your story.   I'd like to mention that I had no trouble reading your story as well! Although the font colour was gray, I didn't have trouble with it, and the font size was no bother to me as well!   Overall, your poster and description was alright. However, I believe some work may be needed in the foreword and perhaps chapter layout but again, as mentioned it's something that you shouldn't worry over too much.       Plot & Originality To be honest, your plot wasn't really interesting to me nor was it original and fresh. I like how you chose a simple theme and didn't over-complicate things but nevertheless your story was quite bland. This is my opinion but I felt the ending was a bit rushed. To be honest, I wouldn't have expected the ending but nevertheless it didn't make sense. I didn't understand how everything before the ending would lead up to it. Yes, your story was
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