Aw, the meeting! Just had a thought, wouldn't Hank welcome Lord Denver's interest in in his daughter? Without consumation, can't a marriage be absolved? I know I should wait until the chaper actually comes up, but I had to ask. Thank you so much for the update, I have a feeling this is going to be a favorite of mine, thanks.

Author's Response: Thanks for asking that question. I haven't written about Hank's personal views yet so that's why its ambiguous. The English were hated with an intensity during this period that Hank could easily manipulate and that is just one of his reasons for choosing not to welcome William's interest. Another issue tied into this is that Buffy is already promised to Liam and it would be highly unacceptable for Hank to break the engagement and throw her in William's direction. As you'll see in the next few chapters William sees her as a 'fling', a normal useless peasant that he can have his fill of and be done with. Thank you for your wonderful review. I hope this sheds more light on some of the motives of Hank and such.

rabbit shoes, they'd last about five minutes:), they would have been for inside only if made at all, and only one hit Buffy got off lightly really enjoying this

Author's Response: thank you for your critique. I had read that rabbits were introduced during the 12th century and thought that it would make a suitable material. Thank you for offering up that information. I'll probably end up emailing you with questions.

Loved it. Want to read more, please update.

Author's Response: Thank you so much for your interest and reveiwing. I'll be updating tonight.

Well this is certainly a piece after my own heart. To be honest, I rarely read fanfic, prefering to indulge in other sorts of styles when I read, but your summary, which was very well done by the way, caught my eye. It was clear from the get go that you had put a tremendous effort into the start of this story, already doing research, having a firm basis for the entire fic, and that you have a strong idea or shall we say plot bunny jumping in your head.


So... I read, I liked. Very much so. You developed both characters and their supporting players. Showed their personalities and their backgrounds, took us into their surroundings both bleak and quite accurate for the time, and overall did a bang up job at starting this intrieguing historical romance which should prove to be both full of angst and love.


You certainly have my history Muse in a buzz and I look forward to seeing where you take this and how you handle the 'wedding' night. People can be very cruel sweetie about n/c sex. You have the perfect premise for the why but you may be questioned anyway. I also look forward to how our evil (loved how you slipped in that some people suggested he was possessed by a demon because of his cruelty) our evil, nasty, I own it all and get my way Spike will be made to come around and how you will turn the readers from against him which is where it sounds like we will start, to forgiving him and get Buffy to do so as well.


Now I hope I'm not overstepping here. I am simply offering. I'm certain you are more than capable of doing a wonderful job without any help what so ever. You have proved that twice over. But, if you have any questions on things, I'm offering my services. Not betaing per say because I can't spell worth a damn and use way too many commas to suit my old english prof, more of a listening or helping to direct you to places of research, talking things over type of help.


It may spoil things a bit for me but I truly want this to be a successful piece for you, and history ones can take on a mind of their own and you must ALAWYS keep the peramiters of the facts straight. I'm willing to be a sounding board, hun. I think your story has real promise. Bravo on a job well begun.

Author's Response: For the first few minutes all I could do was stare at your name. Thank you SO MUCH for commenting. You are one of my favourite authors precisely because you delve into other eras and write such amazing AU FFs. I've been toying with this story idea for at least three months and had resolved to write it all before posting, however I'd never finish it without critique. I would love it if you could help me with that. I don't want to ruin the historical aspect of the story simply because my plot bunny manifests itself into a monster. All of my research so far has been on the internet but I'm mainly focusing on the township of KIlkenny. It has enough historic information that I can play with at least a little bit. In reference to Spike's character. I can't stand seeing Spike being portrayed as weak. So that's the main reason I've turned him into the proverbial Lord of Doom and Destruction. In reference to the non con aspect, I am worried. I've never experienced terrible flames and Im hoping everyone sees that it is necessary. How can you have an evil tyrant who beds a woman by singing her sonnets? It's not true to form. I would be honored if you would help with writing this story. You have so much experience and are a talented writer that I'd be foolish not to. I tried to map out the plot last night and I'm not really satisfied with it for a number of reasons. I haven't had anyone look at my writing for a couple of months so it would be wonderful to discuss this FF. It's unlike any other of my attempts at writing. My email is hipster2322@hotmail.com. Thank you for reveiwing and offering your guidance. Thank you so very very much.

this story shows some serious potential, please continue writing!!!!

Author's Response: Thank you for commenting. I really hope it lives up to everyone's expectations.

I'm so glad you posted this.

I love period pieces and especially ones like this one.

Anything that gives us a history lesson and entertains is great by me.

Poor Buffy she's in for a rough ride (hehehhe!)

spuf

Author's Response: Hey Spufette, I've missed your stories. I'm going to try to remain as accurate to the time period as possible but some liberties may have to be taken. I'm glad that you are looking forward to Buffy's ordeal. Is it wrong that I find it good to subject her to the will of an evil William? Thanks for reviewing.

I'm intrigued. I love evil Spike. ;)
Looking forward to more.

-Alyx

Author's Response: I love evil Spike too, but I guess you can already see that... I hope that this story remains interesting. Thank you for reviewing. When are you going to update your story?

So far, I like it. Please continue.

Author's Response: There will be a grey area concerning non/con in the story later. If you want to discuss it, or have issues or an opinion or whatever I've left my email address in the A/N comments of the second chapter.

A very good start. Im really interested to read more. This is definately one of the best fanfic starts ive read on spuffy. Good job and hope u continue this

Author's Response: I hope that my second chapter is okay. I wrote it feverishly and I don't know whether it flows that well. Thank you for the praise though. It makes writing worthwhile.

Can't remember to read a fanfic with that content but I read romance novels. This sounds promising :)
It may be a sign of the time (women had no rights then) but Hank doesn't really love his daughter; well she's no son. Not an easy situation for her now that her mother passed away.
Oh yes, I definitely want to read more :)

Author's Response: Hey, thank you for reviewing. Hank has no love for anyone other than himself. I normally don't write 'bad to the bone' characters but its a safe bet with him that anything he does will be evil. Thank you for leaving a review. I just posted.

i really like it!
great start!
hopefully u will continue!!!!

Author's Response: I am definately continuing and I'm glad that you are enjoying it so far. Thank you for reviewing. It means a lot.

This is great! Very origional! Please continue....and I love the history aspects. can't wait for the next chapter : )

Author's Response: I did have inspiration from Braveheart but thank you for the praise anyway. I hope the next chapter is okay. Thank you for reviewing.

i like it! i live in a gaeltacht so if ya need any help with translations give me a shout. ('',)

Author's Response: I am most definately taking you up on that offer. My email address is hipster2322@hotmail.com if you want to critique anything at all. I don't know all that much about Ireland's history so Im more than open to suggestions.