[Report This]Date: 11/12/2005 - 04:23 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
I just discovered this story a few days ago, and haven't been able to put it down. I just finished Part 1 and thought I'd say a few words before starting Part 2... This is a truly amazing piece of work! It encompases everything I love in a fic: Buffy realizing that Spike is worthy of love, and then not hiding their relationship... her friends (some of them at least) accepting him... Angel getting his nose rubbed in it... LENGTH! (I love a good long story)... and a little smut thrown in amongst the detailed, thoughtful plot. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Now on to Part 2!!
[Report This]Date: 09/10/2005 - 02:10 am Title: Rain in the Summertime
every time i read this chapter i damn near cry. love this story.
[Report This]Date: 07/18/2005 - 04:56 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
I started out really liking this story, but have become so dissapointed. I may be saying this all prematurely, because you may be fixing it in the 2nd part, but I don't see why Willow and Xander have to be such villains in this story. Is it just because you like other characters better, like Tara, for instance? Anyway, Willow is one of my favorite characters, next to Buffy and Spike, and it just kills me to read this stuff. Oh, well, your story, your plot.........just venting. Other than that, good story. :)
[Report This]Date: 07/16/2005 - 07:02 pm Title: Softly to swim inside your veins
I was with you up until Buffy told Spike he couldn't bite her from that position. He gave in far too easily. That was dissapointing. Also, I think their budding romance has skipped a few steps - just think the natural progression would be a bit slower. Also, Spike's language isn't always this clipped. He does sometimes use complete sentences. That being said, I did like the actual bite better than a lot I've read.
[Report This]Date: 07/16/2005 - 06:41 am Title: Live to fight another day
I still like the story - still reading, obviously. Still think you have talent as a writer. I am, however, getting tired of reading your put-downs of the show (yes, I know I can just skip the a/n). Personally, I think it was a great show, I loved it and I think the writers did a great job! I'm glad they didn't have a "qualified mystic on hand" - that's not what the show was about!
[Report This]Date: 07/15/2005 - 05:55 am Title: Serenity is far away
I do have to say, I agree with some of what Albie says. Again, I do like the story, but I really don't like reading in the a/n about how the writers of the show have "messed it up." If they were such bad writers, why are you using their material? I, personally, really liked season 6. It makes no sense to me that Dawn would be the "child" of Spike and Buffy, or however you want to put it. For instance, I really liked Spike's speech on how he saved Buffy every night, lots of different ways from the show better than the way you had him tell her. I guess what I'm babbling on about is that you are writing a fan fiction, and yes you are talented, but the ideas you are using - and a lot of the dialogue is from these writers that you are criticizing. And as far as the wicca vs witch thing - I know nothing about wiccas or witches or any of that stuff, but before you get upset about the way the show used the terms as if they were the same, please remember they didn't really care. Most of the spells, monsters, etc are made up by the writers, admittedly so. They are just metaphors. This isn't a show about witches, wiccans or vampires. It is a show about the characters. Sorry, but most of the audience could care less about the "accuracy" of the use of the terms. I know I don't. You talk about how you could do a better job, but I doubt it. While your story fills a need to see Spike and Buffy together and to see everyone respect Spike and accept him, it's not believable. Sorry.
[Report This]Date: 07/15/2005 - 04:49 am Title: Death's pale flag is not advanced there
I do really think your writing is good! I am thoroughly enjoying reading this. I did have one piece of constructive criticism. It seems that you are using the basic facts from the series and just kind of rearranging them a bit. With some exceptions, of course, like Spike and Buffy's growing relationship. I don't really mean that in a negative way, just an observation. Again, I really like the story, and I think you're a very talented writer. One other comment - about Willow: I get the impression that you are mad at her because of the way you are portraying her. I have yet to read all the chapters, so I am hoping she comes back into her friends' good graces later on. It's just that I really like Willow and reading how everyone is so mad at her makes me sad. I know it's similar to what she did on the show, but she had Xander, Tara and Anya to share in the blame in that version.
[Report This]Date: 07/14/2005 - 02:12 am Title: Time is inches
I really like how you're developing the "trust" between Giles and Spike. Most other stories I've read don't take the time to do this properly. I've always yearned for Spike to be accepted by the Scoobies, and I can feel this happening with your story in a very believable way. I am a little bothered by the comment about Buffy's feet, though, LOL. Now I have to try to get the thought of her stinky feet out of my head. :)
[Report This]Date: 07/13/2005 - 04:54 am Title: Can I Be as my God Am?
Oh, this is too good! I can see why it was nominated so many times. I love how you wrote about Spike's intelligence and how he covered it up. I could imagine Spike and Giles having long, intelligent conversations like the ones you describe. Such a great story - I'm enjoying the character portrayals so much - you've really captured them. I was going to say especially Spike, but really, you've captured them all so well! I just can't say enough - great writing!!!
[Report This]Date: 07/13/2005 - 04:33 am Title: Rain in the Summertime
Beautiful writing. I've seen the nominations for this story again and again and finally decided to read it. I'm glad I did.........on to chapter two.
Date: 06/08/2005 - 07:12 pm Title: Rain in the Summertime
ok it's only the 2nd chapter and i'm already teary... i have a million more chapters to go... looks like it's gonna be a long afternoon of reading and crying and reading and more tears, but tears in a good way of course =)
Date: 05/07/2005 - 03:09 am Title: A charmed slumber
i just read the end scene with buffy pleading with spike for him to stay and it still gets me in the gut and amkes me choke up. Nia you are a great writer!!!
Date: 05/05/2005 - 01:16 am Title: A Sort of Homecoming
WOW---unbelievable writing!!! Really it's fantastic. I'm chomping at the bit for the next installment.
Date: 04/24/2005 - 06:18 am Title: Innocence creates my hell
I love this story, especially the line about homonal vampires! Claire
Date: 03/21/2005 - 12:46 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
I re-read the story again and I love it even more. I am so glad you decided to continue it.
Date: 03/11/2005 - 03:20 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Take my breath away why don't you! :) What a way to end this one and lead into the next. Absolutely fantastic!
Date: 03/08/2005 - 07:54 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
omg!!!! you so can not leave it there. tell me there is a sequal comming. this was an awsome story. more please.
Date: 03/08/2005 - 02:39 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
That you for this totally engrossing read. I love the changing POV throughout, and the strengths of each character taking their turn in the spotlight. Great work; please please continue on with Part II!!!
Date: 03/08/2005 - 01:23 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Just finished reading all 53 chapters, and I desperately need more. Love your take on Buffy's return. The dynamics between the characters rings SO true, truer than what the writers came up with:) Wondeful characterizations, can't wait for more
Date: 03/07/2005 - 11:52 pm Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Forgot to say I love your Dawn too!
Date: 03/07/2005 - 11:49 pm Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Great wrap-up for Part 1 and at the same time tantalizing us with Dawn's discovery at the very end as a set-up for Part 2. Love your Buffy, Spike, Tara, Anya and Giles, and love to hate your Angel, Willow, and Xander. :) What I appreciate the most is how "in character" everyone seems because you have merely emphasized and developed, to a greater or lesser degree, aspects already present in canon -- and ones that particularly resonate for me. Congratulations on a job well done as well as your awards.
Date: 03/07/2005 - 06:14 pm Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
I loved Dawn thanking Tara, it rang true emotionally. Spike's delayed reaction to Buffy's speech was also lovely. I can't wait to find out how Dawn tells others about her origins, should be nice and awkward.
Date: 03/07/2005 - 01:40 pm Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Oh this keeps getting better and better.....keep up the great work
Date: 03/07/2005 - 01:08 pm Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Don't keep us waiting too long for the sequel, the suspense is killing me. Great story.
Date: 03/07/2005 - 09:32 am Title: In her you'll find sanctuary
Hi Nia, I've been following this story from the beginning and words cannot express who talented I think you are. Your writing is just so amazing and I love how close your characterizations are, it's just perfect. I'm really looking forward to the sequel. =)
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