Honestly I haven't the slightest idea how to use this thing very well but...Here I go...
Firstly, thank you for posting (and for the kind words)
on here =).
I guess all stories, auto-biographical in any way or not, originate from something the author saw, heard, or had happen to him at one time - whether good or bad is another question entirely...
I think I can deffinately see where your coming from. I would rather be deserving and not get something(or someone), then not deserving and get that something(or one). I did quite enjoy the reality in the story as well, and the wonderful refferences to Bible scriptures and how Duncan was a Christian and everything
. I doubt it would be half as good a story without the Christian elements.
I will admit I find it slightly amusing that you are pushing so hard and wanting a sequel, but again, I see why. I myself cannot wait to read the sequel, whoever writes it
.