for The Do-Gooder2/2/2014 c24 Wow
Amazingly beautiful :) the characters feel so close to me now and I've got that throbbing feeling in my chest that occurs after reading a particularly good story. You know what I'm talking about? Well, congratulations and I hope you stick with us for much, MUCH longer.
Love always,
V
Amazingly beautiful :) the characters feel so close to me now and I've got that throbbing feeling in my chest that occurs after reading a particularly good story. You know what I'm talking about? Well, congratulations and I hope you stick with us for much, MUCH longer.
Love always,
V
2/2/2014 c17 Well fuck
This hurts my heart strings like you don't even know. Amazing.
This hurts my heart strings like you don't even know. Amazing.
1/30/2014 c17 
1De La Vie
oh my god, the last sentence really got me. well done. this should be published!
1De La Vieoh my god, the last sentence really got me. well done. this should be published!
1/17/2014 c24 1Ceri Anne
I did read this when you first posted it but I had no internet at home (the horror!) and my works computer wouldn't let me review.
This was the perfect ending, and what a wonderful job for Lara! I was so excited that Lara and Fletch were engaged I may have jiggled in my seat a bit at work (gaining me some funny looks he he)
I think it's great that you're going to give e-publishing a go, you should definitely be published. Please let us all know when you have your first book out and I will be straight on to amazon (or wherever you decide to publish) and buying your books.
1Ceri AnneI did read this when you first posted it but I had no internet at home (the horror!) and my works computer wouldn't let me review.
This was the perfect ending, and what a wonderful job for Lara! I was so excited that Lara and Fletch were engaged I may have jiggled in my seat a bit at work (gaining me some funny looks he he)
I think it's great that you're going to give e-publishing a go, you should definitely be published. Please let us all know when you have your first book out and I will be straight on to amazon (or wherever you decide to publish) and buying your books.
1/15/2014 c24 2Hecate's Diamon
Yayyy! I'm sorry it's taken me so long to catch up, but I really really enjoyed it! I liked how you didn't jump right into Lara apologizing and Fletch sweeping her off her feet, but instead inserting Saskia into the whole affair and distracting Lara from her mission and then Fletch giving her a bit of a run around afterwards when they DID eventually get around to talking. I also really liked the Epilogue. I was afraid you'd fast forward right to Lara and Fletch having a baby and completely neglect all the other characters, which is a mistake many people make, but I should have known better from you! You never disappoint! I can't picture Lara and Fletch with a family, actually, at least not for quite a while... But Merry and Daz starting one is expected because I always thought Merry was kind of a maternal person! Anyways, another superb job by the one and only star123 :P You're much appreciated by me! I always enjoy your stories! Keep up the fantastic work!
2Hecate's DiamonYayyy! I'm sorry it's taken me so long to catch up, but I really really enjoyed it! I liked how you didn't jump right into Lara apologizing and Fletch sweeping her off her feet, but instead inserting Saskia into the whole affair and distracting Lara from her mission and then Fletch giving her a bit of a run around afterwards when they DID eventually get around to talking. I also really liked the Epilogue. I was afraid you'd fast forward right to Lara and Fletch having a baby and completely neglect all the other characters, which is a mistake many people make, but I should have known better from you! You never disappoint! I can't picture Lara and Fletch with a family, actually, at least not for quite a while... But Merry and Daz starting one is expected because I always thought Merry was kind of a maternal person! Anyways, another superb job by the one and only star123 :P You're much appreciated by me! I always enjoy your stories! Keep up the fantastic work!
1/14/2014 c24 4Levey
I've actually read most of your stories at this point, but "The Do-Gooder" is my favorite. I don't know why exactly, but the characters of Lara and Fletcher just get to me. The scene at the traffic lights was absolutely fantastic. I understood Lara so well at that moment and reading Fletcher's reaction to that moment was stunning. I love the complexities of your characters (Lara, Fletcher, Jack, Lucas, Elliot, Rox) something which I think a lot of romance novels on this website lack. Like all romance writers, you don't manage to avoid all cliches, but I think you do a great job of adding a fresh new look to romance. Your characters aren't perfect. Their relationships aren't always perfect. They argue, they disagree, but in the end, they love each other and they're willing to work through everything. This story had to be my favorite, but I love "Saving from Monkeys" and "Private Lives, Public Property" (mainly cause I'm a sports fan and I love sports romance). My on;y real problem with "So Much To Learn" was that the main character drove me insane sometimes. That's just personal preference for me. I still enjoyed the story and the relationship between Matt, Jack, and Talia. But yeah. Anyways, I just wanted to say that I'm a HUGE fan of your work. I hope you write more soon!
4LeveyI've actually read most of your stories at this point, but "The Do-Gooder" is my favorite. I don't know why exactly, but the characters of Lara and Fletcher just get to me. The scene at the traffic lights was absolutely fantastic. I understood Lara so well at that moment and reading Fletcher's reaction to that moment was stunning. I love the complexities of your characters (Lara, Fletcher, Jack, Lucas, Elliot, Rox) something which I think a lot of romance novels on this website lack. Like all romance writers, you don't manage to avoid all cliches, but I think you do a great job of adding a fresh new look to romance. Your characters aren't perfect. Their relationships aren't always perfect. They argue, they disagree, but in the end, they love each other and they're willing to work through everything. This story had to be my favorite, but I love "Saving from Monkeys" and "Private Lives, Public Property" (mainly cause I'm a sports fan and I love sports romance). My on;y real problem with "So Much To Learn" was that the main character drove me insane sometimes. That's just personal preference for me. I still enjoyed the story and the relationship between Matt, Jack, and Talia. But yeah. Anyways, I just wanted to say that I'm a HUGE fan of your work. I hope you write more soon!
1/14/2014 c24 the vcg
You have to get published! I don't know why you haven't already. I loved this story! No suprise there, I love everything of yours that I've read so far. Thank you for sharing this story with us.
You have to get published! I don't know why you haven't already. I loved this story! No suprise there, I love everything of yours that I've read so far. Thank you for sharing this story with us.
1/10/2014 c24 73AlysonSerenaStone
I'll be honest, I was a little unsure about reading this story since it was M rated. I normally don't read them, but this one was different. Lara , I just fell in love with her. The is so much to this character. Her front hides so much from who share really is. I also liked all of your characters, but she was my favourite. I don't know why, but there's just something about her. This story was also deep to me. Sure, there's romance and all of the stuff that goes with that, but there's more to it. I guess I really enjoyed reading this.
73AlysonSerenaStoneI'll be honest, I was a little unsure about reading this story since it was M rated. I normally don't read them, but this one was different. Lara , I just fell in love with her. The is so much to this character. Her front hides so much from who share really is. I also liked all of your characters, but she was my favourite. I don't know why, but there's just something about her. This story was also deep to me. Sure, there's romance and all of the stuff that goes with that, but there's more to it. I guess I really enjoyed reading this.
1/9/2014 c24 xkcbby
OMG HOW are you so perfect? Yes, I'm talking about you, Jess. This whole year has been plagued by a dry spell to say the least. I can't find a book published or non that I don't manage to skim over. Don't get me wrong; I've read few stellar books this past year, but somehow along the way there are parts I either can't love or I plain just don't care what happens next. I've said this before, but somehow I found myself reading every word of yours. Kudos.
Me aside, you really captured all the characters' characters. They weren't flat and I loved Lara. She has her problems, but she is so kick ass. And Fletch...he surfs, he's deep, he's caring...did I mention he's FLETCH? Need I even explain myself?
As for Merry, Daz, and Stefano, can I just meet their awesome selves? And Saskia. You get another brownie point with her. Despite her feisty, defiant attitude I never felt the need to punch her in the face. In simpler words, she didn't annoy me. I liked her actually and even more so in the end. Like I said, mega brownie points for that.
P.S. I made it my mission to listen to all the songs. I've only listened to the last two chapters so far but I loveee Hurricane.
Cheers xkcbby
PPS. I will BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY all your books when you sell them. I don't even care if they are hard copies.
OMG HOW are you so perfect? Yes, I'm talking about you, Jess. This whole year has been plagued by a dry spell to say the least. I can't find a book published or non that I don't manage to skim over. Don't get me wrong; I've read few stellar books this past year, but somehow along the way there are parts I either can't love or I plain just don't care what happens next. I've said this before, but somehow I found myself reading every word of yours. Kudos.
Me aside, you really captured all the characters' characters. They weren't flat and I loved Lara. She has her problems, but she is so kick ass. And Fletch...he surfs, he's deep, he's caring...did I mention he's FLETCH? Need I even explain myself?
As for Merry, Daz, and Stefano, can I just meet their awesome selves? And Saskia. You get another brownie point with her. Despite her feisty, defiant attitude I never felt the need to punch her in the face. In simpler words, she didn't annoy me. I liked her actually and even more so in the end. Like I said, mega brownie points for that.
P.S. I made it my mission to listen to all the songs. I've only listened to the last two chapters so far but I loveee Hurricane.
Cheers xkcbby
PPS. I will BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY BUY all your books when you sell them. I don't even care if they are hard copies.
1/7/2014 c23 Aly
I am so happy to hear that you are considering e-publishing! I will hopefully finally be able to reread all of your stories while being able to in exchange, support your writing with something other than leaving a review. I have enjoyed your generosity in allowing us to enjoy your writing for free these past few years. I want to thank you for that, you are an incredibly kind, brave person and a talented author. Not many people are willing to let others read their work, before it's "polished," although you don't have to worry about that, if these are your first drafts they're amazing. I am positive that you will gain even more readers through e-publishing and finally earn the recognition you deserve. Please let us know when you have published so we can share your work with others! Take care and please keep writing!
I am so happy to hear that you are considering e-publishing! I will hopefully finally be able to reread all of your stories while being able to in exchange, support your writing with something other than leaving a review. I have enjoyed your generosity in allowing us to enjoy your writing for free these past few years. I want to thank you for that, you are an incredibly kind, brave person and a talented author. Not many people are willing to let others read their work, before it's "polished," although you don't have to worry about that, if these are your first drafts they're amazing. I am positive that you will gain even more readers through e-publishing and finally earn the recognition you deserve. Please let us know when you have published so we can share your work with others! Take care and please keep writing!
1/4/2014 c24 InsanityAndBeyond
I'm reviewing late, don't really know what to say but thank you for an amazing story.
I could definitely see this published, and would buy it too!
I think I gushed about the amazing writing and characters in my other reviews, so I 'll just say thank you again and be on my way.
I'm reviewing late, don't really know what to say but thank you for an amazing story.
I could definitely see this published, and would buy it too!
I think I gushed about the amazing writing and characters in my other reviews, so I 'll just say thank you again and be on my way.
1/1/2014 c24 6Carmel March
You've done it once again, you've finished an absolutely amazing story. I finally had some time to reread and finish this over the holidays, and I honestly couldn't stop reading. I loved all of it - from the complex, flawed, but loveable characters, to the progression of Lara and Fletch's relationship with its various ups and downs, to the emotional issues that Lara had to work through, to the funny and heartwarming parts. All of it! Thank you so much for sharing this story, it was really a masterpiece and I'm always astounded by your talent. Happy New Years and good luck with e-publishing!
6Carmel MarchYou've done it once again, you've finished an absolutely amazing story. I finally had some time to reread and finish this over the holidays, and I honestly couldn't stop reading. I loved all of it - from the complex, flawed, but loveable characters, to the progression of Lara and Fletch's relationship with its various ups and downs, to the emotional issues that Lara had to work through, to the funny and heartwarming parts. All of it! Thank you so much for sharing this story, it was really a masterpiece and I'm always astounded by your talent. Happy New Years and good luck with e-publishing!