Here are a handful of nice critiques I received for Salton Sink, after I entered it in a contest:

“I really like your heroine. She is someone I’d like to read about during an entire novel. I like her cat too. 🙂 You do a good job of giving the reader her point of view. Ditto with your other characters.”  -Judge 223

“Overall, I really like your plot and character. You do well getting into the character’s head and giving her back story so the reader can identify and care about what happens. This is an interesting combination of plot and character though, and I wish you the best with it!” -Judge 223

“Well done! Even though it reminded me of Evanovich’s characters and plot line with her numbers series, you sucked me in.” -Judge 407

“Character development is definitely your strength. I love Rochelle, and Del for that matter. Chan is well-crafted, too. Very enjoyable characters!” -Judge 407

“Fine opening: engages quickly and effectively.” -Judge 139