

Date: 09/24/2006 - 01:08 pm Title: Never hit softly
I just finished 'Origin' and this one in almost one go... 3 days without much sleep, with too much coffee and a lot of nailbiting. You are one wicked writer, pet! I really wish I had discovered this later, when it's finished! Now I have to wait impatiently for the updates. Gah!
Very entertaining writing, great twists and turns and you even made me tear up at times! Keep up the good work and I really hope Real Life, that bitch, lets you get on with this!
Author's Response: One sitting!!! It never ceases to amaze me that someone would spend that much of their time to read my stories. I am honored that you did so. Thank you.

Date: 09/23/2006 - 04:00 pm Title: Never hit softly
I love a good fight scene. And this was a great fight scene. I really love the way you're bouncing around, changing up points of view so we can get a taste of what everyone is up to, while also getting an overarching look at the confusion of battle. Fantastic!
Author's Response: Coming from you, that is a real, honest-to-god accolade. Thank you.

Date: 09/23/2006 - 02:32 pm Title: Never hit softly
Oh wow. Everything's coming together!! AH! Can't wait to see how it all turns out. And go for Wesley and Dawn. Age is all in the mind for those two.

Date: 09/23/2006 - 09:02 am Title: Never hit softly
Ooh great chapter once again! Can't wait to see how this continues...

Date: 09/23/2006 - 04:06 am Title: Never hit softly
OH MY GOD OH MY GO OH MY GOD please son't kil Giles! Oh MY GOD! That was so good! I don't have enough words to tell you how good and wonderful and brilliant and so well-written and so great this chapter was!
So Glynnis got caught, huh. I never expected Jenner to show mercy but still it came as a bit of a shock the way she died.
Gosh, now Jenner and Hawkins (poor Hawkins) have joined the fray, the pooch (loved it when Spike called them that way) are coming with the Huntsmann this time! And I bet he won't let Willow get away a second time. I so hope that Faith is going to kick Willow's ass out of the house! The Angel/Spike/Buffy fight was great! I loved the way Spike taunted Angel(us) ! “Oh right, no need for manners in the peat bog.” *lol*
Oooh Wesley is kinda making a move on Dawn! *Squeee* I've become a HUGE Dawn/Wesley fan since I've started reading your story and I don't know any other story that does this pairing! OOOh well, you'll just have to write a sequel, right? *bats eyes prettily at Niamh* (ashamed of my own not-so-subtle pleading for a sequel)
In case you haven't realized, I really really love your story. I think you have a marvelous story with a very strong plot that you have unraveled like some do diamonds.
Incredible you are
xxx
mikim
Author's Response: I had so much fun writing Spike taunting Angel. . . . lol. I'm so glad you liked that quip.
And I'm glad you're enjoying the Dawn/Wesley angle, because that was a surprise to me also.
And yeah, poor Hawkins. . . . there will be more from him in the future. . . .

Date: 09/23/2006 - 12:53 am Title: Never hit softly
AACCCKKKK! Great chapter! You have me biting my nails!

Date: 09/22/2006 - 11:32 pm Title: Never hit softly
Barvo Barvo another great exceting chapter nia..Just loving the angst

Date: 09/22/2006 - 10:05 pm Title: Never hit softly
great chapter

Date: 09/22/2006 - 09:01 pm Title: Never hit softly
Ok, I'm pathetic, I'm in pain, so I'm going to indulge myself and read the whole thing again. lol

Date: 09/22/2006 - 08:32 pm Title: Never hit softly
So much happening at once. I can really picture it. You describe everything beautifully. Great job.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 07:59 pm Title: Never hit softly
This is me @ 9am... nope not updated yet,
This is me @ 12pm... nope not updated yet,
This is me @ 5pm.... nope, not updated yet,
This is me @ 9pm... YEEEESSS!! lol
I'm soo loving it. You literally have me at the edge of my seat. I'm dying here. lol
Author's Response: Awwwwww. I'm sorry I couldn't update sooner. But I am glad you liked the chapter.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 07:07 pm Title: Never hit softly
If someone had said, "Gee what do you think of shippng Wes and Dawn?" I would have probably snorted cola out of my nose. Only you could not just sell it, but make me buy it in bulk.
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Wesley grabbed her, steadying her. Once she was through, Wesley wrapped his arms around her, supporting her. Dawn’s breath came in quick pants and in a completely unconscious gesture, he brushed a kiss across her brow. - Meltage. I love them and can't help myself!! Your writing can make ANY pairing believable!
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Without another word to either Glynnis or Hawkins, who watched from behind her, Jenner swung the sword, slicing cleanly into her neck. - YES!!! *raises fist*
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His momentary distraction allowed Drusilla the opening she’d been waiting for. With her hands wrapped firmly around Giles’ shin, she sank her fangs into his leg, just above his knee. Giles buckled, falling heaving onto her. - Have I yet mentioned I really, really hate that bitch? *crosses fingers for Giles*
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Spike and Angel fighting has me on the edge of my seat!! I love his crack about how he was talking with his lady. I love the taunting.
I still don't feel sorry for Xander. *scoffs*
Oh my gosh...words can't describe how excited I am . I love every update and look forward to this popping up on my feed. Thanks for updating, Nia. Be Well.
Cheers,
Nina
Author's Response: I think I have a knack for selling unconventional couples -- since not only Dawn/Wesley seem to be flying, but so do Faith/Jenner and . . . . well that other unlikely couple. . . . you know, the werewolf and the witch. . . . *smiles*
I'm working on wrapping this one up and moving onto the next stories, and hopefully things won't be so long in coming.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 07:02 pm Title: Never hit softly
Oh the dance continues. I think I can breath, not sure yet. Gods you enthrall me with every word. You give me vision to each action going on. Wes sneaking in his kisses with Dawn. hmmmmm...Oh the hounds are coming....Muahhhhh Willow's gonna be a doggie bone....get her wolfies get her. OMG is the house going to implode? OMG is Giles going to dust dru's ass? OMG are they going to kill Angel????? Ahhhhh but Jenner makes the first of many tough decissions,killing Glynnis...who shall be next...Gahhhhhhhhhhhhh this is just so damn awesome I LOVE IT ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Date: 09/22/2006 - 06:48 pm Title: Never hit softly
Nia,
Sorry that you have had such a trying summer. I hope things are getting better. I loved this update. I can't wait to see what happens next, but I am not ready for the story to be over. The interaction between everyone during the fight was very easy to imagine. Keep up the great work.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 06:38 pm Title: Never hit softly
Oh Jenner has decided and that means for Spike and Buffy. And the hounds are on their way too.
And the fight is hard, going backwards and forwards.
With all the actions going on my comment is short, but I loved reading it. I feel sorry for Hawnkins now but Glynnis knew what she did risk. ~ Glad to see the update, looking forward to the next one. The fight is still not won so I'm waiting for the next chapter :) (Good one!)

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:45 pm Title: Never hit softly
fantastic brill ive been wating and wating its wonderfull plz dont keep me waiting so long next time

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:41 pm Title: Never hit softly
You made my day with this update. You have outdone yourself, I could see clearly the scenes you wrote in my head. Wolderful updte as always. Sorry for the short review but I had an exhausting day and I can bareley keep my eyes open

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:38 pm Title: Never hit softly
WOW.....so much action and you keep it all flowing beautifully.
Glynnis is dead...i'm not sad in the least!
Xander figuring out hwere he was was funny. i had to giggle and i loved the little convo with faith. he has no clue as to whats going on(as usual). i am glad ot see hes going to recover.
OMG...dru got her fangs in giles!!!! gods i hope help is on the way for him.
i didn't think willow would be down for long. jeezz she can sure shake a house. she is gonna be in big trouble when the hounds get there. gods i can't wait to see how that goes down. i am looking forward to seeing everyone elses reaction to the hounds. :)
i like the tenderness wes is showing dawn. i think they would make a great couple.
oh no...tara is still on the roof with conor and shit is flying everywhere....jump girl.....jump!!!
oh gods...i almost forgot about OZ.....dude you need ot let out your inner wolf and kick that bitches butt!
what a chapter Nia.....TY

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:35 pm Title: Never hit softly
Great chappy.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:23 pm Title: Never hit softly
surpiaw! i enter sr and here is an "origins" update, made my day.

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:07 pm Title: Never hit softly
wwhoooooo hooooo...the puppies are back..*goes to read again*

Date: 09/22/2006 - 05:04 pm Title: Never hit softly
my twin and i knew you were gonna post!!!! *smiles and goes to read*
*bows to the master*

Date: 09/21/2006 - 04:18 am Title: Now’s the day, now’s the hour
I REALLY like your stories, thay are among my favorites. Please, don't stop writting, keep on. You do it grat! I really will like to read a sequel to this and i believe that they are more people who will like that as well. Go!

Date: 09/19/2006 - 05:32 pm Title: Now’s the day, now’s the hour
I don't really have the words, except - Bravo. I felt a part of the fight and the emotions. Really can't wait for the rest.

Date: 09/18/2006 - 07:33 pm Title: Now’s the day, now’s the hour
oh yea i forgot, as i always do........thank-you to all the people who have helped Nia get her chapters out.
*hugs*