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Reviewer: BuffyRat Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 04/12/2013 - 03:19 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Pretty darn amazing. Really went all kinds of full circle, and to end it with Dawn seeing someone in her mom who wasn't there before, who she wished she could be. Quite poetic. And to see Spike, not just as a sex god, but as the person that brings out the best in those he cares about. And I love that his failed book was the story of his life, bringing Dawn back to her mom. So many wonderful elements. Thanks for sharing this. And, yes, I did make it through to the end. ;)

Author's Response: I'm so glad you liked this. It's difficult to like in parts, the characters do the wrong thing, but for understandable reasons. It's one of my favorites.

Reviewer: carrot Anonymous [Report This]
Date: 04/26/2012 - 08:40 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

you are not to keen on idea of Buffy actually giving birth. Why so if I may ask? I feel like it's a way to punish Spike for something... I didn't get a vibe of Buffy wanting that baby very much or did she and so stong it was hard for her t admit it to herself? Will Spike ever had another chance to farther a child? Oh going weep some...

Author's Response: My son was born a month premature and nearly died. I think I work out my worst fears through writing. It has nothing to do with punishing the characters. Thanks for the comment!

Reviewer: sta Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/10/2011 - 12:01 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

This was fantastic. I was a bit hesitant to read because I really hate the whole idea of cheating,but I read on because at least it was Spuffy and they were cheating WITH each other. I am so glad I did. It was so well written and I really love that I can get lost in the characters. Loved your unique ending. Great story end to end. Thanks

Author's Response: I hate the idea of cheating, too, but I've always been interested in this type of idea. Thanks again, glad you liked the ending as well. I feel like I always have trouble with the endings; wanted to do something a little different because in my last story it ended with an engagement. You're very kind in your praise and I'm grateful you enjoyed the story.

Reviewer: sta Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/10/2011 - 02:48 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Loved it. It was poignant and heart wrenching and I am sad to see it end. You are such a gifted writer and I am grateful that you are inspired by this genre. I hope to be able to read more from you.

Author's Response: Thank you so much, for both your comments.I have written a bunch of stuff, you may have read it already, but would love to hear comment on that.

Reviewer: Nana Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/09/2011 - 04:09 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

I love the final chapter! You finished it on a great memory she and he will always have. The prom and the overnighter at a hotel that is wonderful.
Your story was wonderful and what is your next project? Please write more.

Author's Response: Thank you! I appreciate the comments and for getting through the whole story.

Reviewer: Emma Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/08/2011 - 10:04 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Wonderful story, I love your writing

Author's Response: Thank you so much!

Reviewer: ThePinkSpider Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/08/2011 - 03:52 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Beautiful :)

Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you liked it.

Reviewer: Becky Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/07/2011 - 01:06 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

I've really enjoyed reading this story, Minx. You are a great writer!

Believe it or not, I'm happy with how it ended. After all they'd been through so much they deserve some happiness, I suppose.

As a fellow english major once myself, I have loved all of your references in this piece - both to the series and to some of my favorite literary works.

It's nice to have good writers like you in the fandom. Keep the stories coming!

Author's Response: You're sweet! Thank you for the praise of my writing. It helps to rip off the best. I always have trouble with endings. I don't like to do them too over-the-top happy, but I hate to leave on a totally bleak note as well. The last story I wrote ended with the main characters engaged to be married, but this one that felt like the wrong way to go.

Reviewer: red_sunflower Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 09:19 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

I admit the end shocked me. Not in a bad way, of course, but I feel like the story is left incomplete or maybe is just that I'm a fan of detailed happy endindgs. Don't be mad at me, I truly enjoyed the story and I can't wait to read other stories by you.

Author's Response: How could I be mad at you for writing a thoughtful comment? I can't. I'm super-grateful the story meant enough to you to leave your opinion, and I appreciate you made it to the end.

Reviewer: sue Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 05:17 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Excellent in every way. Love the gradual (and what a refreshing change from canon) emergence of a very nice Dawn who ends up being very comfortable, and appreciative of Spike and Buffy's relationship.

A lovely Spuffy story. Thank you.

Author's Response: Thank you so much. Glad you liked it! I always liked Dawn, and thought the Buffy/Dawn/Spike relationship was an interesting one.

Reviewer: demona424 Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 03:28 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Part 2: I thought it was an excellent ending! I think I was just not personally ready for the story to end because I was enjoying it so much! I can't wait to read the next one. :-)

Author's Response: I'm glad you liked the ending, glad I left you wanting more. Thank you for reading and for your comments!

Reviewer: Wilcorules Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 03:18 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Really enjoyed this story! It was so well done and quite a tear jerker. Thanks for sharing with us.

Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you found it moving.

Reviewer: scaryscouse Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 02:15 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Loved the story but a bit of a strange ending, very abrupt, I was looking for the next page where he either proposed or she told him she was pregnant again. Ah well just glad you kept going to the end

Author's Response: Sorry the ending was so abrupt, I have trouble with endings. I kind of didn't want to deal with the issue of her getting pregnant again or them getting married, I wanted to keep the chapter light. I hope it didn't detract from your enjoyment of the story and thank you for commenting!

Reviewer: c98 Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/06/2011 - 01:53 am Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

awwww. Thank you minx. That was a wonderful story... with a lovely sappy ending :D

Author's Response: Glad you liked it, I know it was sappy but I fell in love with it. Thanks for reading and commenting!

Reviewer: demona424 Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/05/2011 - 09:54 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

The ending came too soon! I don't know why it surprised me. I guess I was enjoying the story so much I was in denial that it was going to end soon. There needs to be an epilogue to the epilogue. ;-) It was a very happy way to end the story with Buffy & Dawn having a good relationship (as it looks like an even healthier one than before) as well as Spike & Buffy as much in love as before. So cute that they're going to the prom! They probably won't stay there long. And just maybe they'll continue with many a prom tradition and accidentally get pregnant!

Author's Response: I have trouble with endings--I was going to write more but felt like the emotional ending was with Dawn. I'm sorry it was abrupt, hope it didn't detract from the story.

Reviewer: m_evans Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/05/2011 - 08:58 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Thanks for sharing yet another great story with us! I thoroughly enjoyed the ride :D .

Author's Response: Thanks so much, glad you liked it!

Reviewer: sanityfair Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/05/2011 - 08:35 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

As with every other thing of yours I've read, this one is no exception--lovely. I do hope your little fingers are typing away at new story.

Author's Response: Thank you for all the support! You're the first person who took a shine to my work, and it means a lot to me. I don't know when I'll post the next one, I have a few in my head but my life is about to get very, very crazy. I promise I won't start anything I can't finish, though. Thanks again!

Reviewer: SpikesGirl Signed Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/05/2011 - 08:08 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Glad things are going well for them. They really seem to be overcoming their obstacles. The scrapbook is so sweet.

Author's Response: Glad you liked the ending. Thanks for your comments!

Reviewer: behind blue eyes Anonymous Liked [Report This]
Date: 01/05/2011 - 08:00 pm Title: Chapter 20-One Year Later

Wonderful ending to a great story. Thanks for sharing!!

Author's Response: Thank you so much! Your comments keep me going.

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