Penname: no_promises [Contact] Real name: Chris
Member Since: 05/01/2010
Membership status: Member
Bio:
A 2nd generation Spike and Buffy fan (can it be called second generation if it was my daughters who loved them first?)

I am an avid reader, but was not blessed with the talent to write. I have immense gratitude for those of you here who do, and are therefore able to help me feed my Spuffy addiction.
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Just in time!!! by lindsay Rated: U [Reviews - 6]
Summary: A poem from Spike to Buffy that she found just in time. Please review!!!disclaimer- i own nothing to do with Buffy the vampire slayer, i'm just inspired by it
Categories: Ficlets/Song Fics
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 555
[Report This] Published: 03/17/2005 Updated: 03/17/2005
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Date: 11/26/2012 Title: Chapter 1: ...

Definitely better than William the Bloody could have written. well done, it is pretty good, possibly even effulgent. ;)

Summary: Time travel Fic. What if you could go back to a pivotal time in your life and undo your mistakes? Would it be worth chancing the changes to the whole world to have the love you missed? Could the world actually be better off if you did? Would it really matter? Angsty romance. Setting: Begins far in the future from NFA and then goes to an AU S4 post New Moon Rising and before The Yoko Factor.
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 7970
[Report This] Published: 10/13/2006 Updated: 10/13/2006
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Date: 07/04/2011 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 3 and 4

I just found this story and it has left me breathless and teary eyed. Your characterizations are perfect. I love the way Buffy gets so involved in the "fairytale", and her shock at the thought the 'good man' could be Spike. Now all I can hope for is a 'happily ever after'.

Summary: Spike has one last gift for Buffy in the aftermath of the fight in the alley
Categories: Ficlets/Song Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Angst
Warnings: Character Death
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2846
[Report This] Published: 12/12/2008 Updated: 12/12/2008
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Date: 07/24/2011 Title: Chapter 1: At the Fountain

It's been years since this story was published, but I just found it, I hope you don't mind a late review.
This is one of the most beautiful and heart wrenching goodbyes I've read. I love seeing Lorne be apart of something so touching. I think that he would have loved being given this task so much more than the job he agreed to do for Angel that he only did out of a sense of loyalty.

Summary: Starts season seven as Buffy collects Spike from the First's cave and then veers off from cannon. When The First took Spike, Buffy....missed him. It was a hard revelation for her. Doing something about it could be even harder. Nominated at The Spark and Burn Awards and at The Fang Fetish Awards. Thank You!
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Romance, Angst
Warnings: Violence, Adult Language, Sexual Situations
Series: None
Chapters: 15 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 33974
[Report This] Published: 01/25/2009 Updated: 09/14/2010
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Date: 05/28/2010 Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14

loving the story.
more please

Summary: Season 5: Buffy has discovered that The Hellgod Glorificus captured and tortured Spike in an attempt to make him tell her where the key was. This is the “fang fic” that tried to barge its way into “A New Day”.
Categories: General NC-17 Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Action, Romance
Warnings: Sexual Situations, Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 11 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 25451
[Report This] Published: 05/31/2009 Updated: 06/04/2010
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Date: 05/21/2010 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3 - Yours

WoW !!!
absolutely amazing
This chapter made me tingle all over.

Author's Response: Thank you so much! I\'m glad you enjoyed it.

Memory Failure by Angelinasway Rated: NC-17 Liked [Reviews - 49]
Summary: What if the powers decided to let Buffy keep her memories of the day Angel was human. What if when she returns to Sunnydale the only one around to help her pick up the pieces is her mortal enemy.
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Action, Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult Language, Sexual Situations, Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 12270
[Report This] Published: 07/21/2009 Updated: 08/07/2011
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Date: 07/31/2011 Title: Chapter 4: Surprise

I'm really enjoying this story.

Author's Response: Thank you!

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Date: 08/08/2011 Title: Chapter 5: Dinner and Investigations

Sweet and beautiful. I like that Buffy is getting to know Spike and the true romantic that he is. A tiny part of me hopes that Angel gets to meet Ripper.

Summary: As he succumbs to the same illness that robbed him of his family, a lonely man finds solace in a dream... (Buffy/William)

Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult Language, Sexual Situations
Series: None
Chapters: 13 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 36822
[Report This] Published: 04/14/2010 Updated: 06/27/2011
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Date: 11/24/2010 Title: Chapter 1: I

I normally don't like to start reading WIP's but in your case I made an exception. Your work is always so beautifully written and vividly described that it feels like I am actually there.
and so far you don't disappoint. I am just glad that there are already 8 chapters posted for me to enjoy while I wait for the next update.

Author's Response: You\'re so very kind. Thank you! :)

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Date: 11/25/2010 Title: Chapter 8: VIII

Now that I am 8 chapters in I am completely enraptured with this story. I like how it is starting with William in the past. Most stories that involve some type of time travel or inter-dimensional plot seem to start that way and "baby step" us through it. This story leaves us almost as unaware as William himself. All I know is that Buffy must be coming from some time after Spike sacrificed himself and denied her declaration of love - if she is coming from 2004.
Overall an exciting and fascinating story. I am eagerly awaiting more.

Author's Response: Thank you so much! I\'m flattered you think so highly of the story. It isn\'t getting a lot of attention right now, so detailed reviews such as yours are especially precious to me. I really appreciate your taking the time to leave it. :)

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Date: 04/14/2011 Title: Chapter 10: X

this story has me enthralled. I love that it is from William's point of view. I think Buffy is curious about why William is still alive and his mother is dead since she believes that he was turned before his mom died. Has she maybe visited a different dimension instead of just going back in time? Regardless I love the interaction between them, and Buffy finally showing him the affection he deserves.

Author's Response: Thank you! This story isn\'t getting a lot of notice, so any time a reader takes the time to leave a really detailed review it completely makes my day. :D

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Date: 04/14/2011 Title: Chapter 11: XI

LMAO - "But what exactly is a vampire?" ok, that comment alone made the whole chapter.
I can't wait to see how she answers that one.

Author's Response: I\'m glad you enjoyed the chapter. Thanks so much for reading and reviewing. :)

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Date: 06/28/2011 Title: Chapter 13: XIII

My heart is breaking right along with Williams. How could Buffy leave him?
I am grateful that Mrs. Hastings is there to watch over and help him (I really do like her)

Author's Response: Buffy\'s reasons, both for visiting in the first place and leaving him now, will eventually be revealed...I just have to keep you guys in suspense for a little bit longer. Thanks so much for reading and taking the time to review. :)

Summary: Post-NFA, Buffy’s not in a good place. Dawn suspects Spike can help.
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Angst
Warnings: Adult Language
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 4333
[Report This] Published: 11/16/2010 Updated: 11/16/2010
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Date: 11/25/2010 Title: Chapter 1: One Shot

what a great story. I would love to see what happens next. You wrote Spike so well, I could feel my heart break for him, always thinking that he is losing out to Angel

Author's Response: Thanks for your kind comments! I would love to see what happens next, too! I hope something in the rest of S8 may spark a solution to the dire problem of miscommunication between our favorite Slayer and Vamp. What? It could happen!

Moments by coalitiongirl Rated: PG Liked [Reviews - 10]
Summary: Sometimes, it's those little moments that make all the difference. An unabashedly schmoopy canon Season Five.
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1077
[Report This] Published: 11/17/2010 Updated: 11/17/2010
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Date: 11/22/2010 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

love it. The gradual, emotional growth that Buffy displays. If this is the girl that Spike fell in love with I can finally understand why.

Summary: With a tub of ice-cream in her lap, Buffy wallows in misery over Angel disappearing out of her life in a puff of overly dramatic smoke. Her life gets turned upside down when her hated enemy staggers drunk off his face to her front porch. Not only is he demanding her help, he is invading her personal space. She’s had enough!




Post-S3. Angel and Drusilla are a no show. Meanwhile Buffy and Spike embark on an adventure full of childish bickering, UST and reluctant camaraderie that will change what they thought were unshakable perceptions.




Nominated at the Sunnydale Memorial Fanfiction Awards, Round 23 for Best Author, Best Characterization, Best Comedy, Best NC-17, Best Pairing Conventional, Best Plot, Best Romance, Best Unfinished. Thank you so much!!


*Awards won: Best Author (Runner Up), Best Comedy (Runner Up), Best Characterization (Spike), Best Conventional Pairing. Huge thanks to those who voted!! :D
Categories: Comedy fics
Characters: None
Genres: Action, Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult Language, Sexual Situations, Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 29 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 69965
[Report This] Published: 12/26/2010 Updated: 04/12/2011
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Date: 04/10/2011 Title: Chapter 28: Chapter 28

thanks for the warning. I would definitely have given my co-workers something to stare at if I'd read this chapter at work. Reading it at home led me to a multitude of hot and naughty dreams.
I love the fact that this story takes place while Buffy is still relatively innocent, and all the angst of later on (ie: season 6) is not there. So very sweet.

Author's Response: No problem. ;) I know some naughty people read at work so I\'d thought it would be fair to give them a warning. Hee... poor co-workers would be quite shocked if they caught your reading this. Glad you thought it was hot! And I ahve to agree with you ont he whole Buffy still having a bit of innocence here. I prefer writing her eariler versions, which is why I haven\'t written any S6 fic. That was probably the season I liked Buffy as a character the least. Thank you for the yummy review!!! :)

Reviewer: no_promises Signed Liked
Date: 04/13/2011 Title: Chapter 29: Chapter 29

I'm kinda sad to see this end, but thankful for the 4 months you've given us to enjoy this wonderful story. I wish the relationship between Buffy and Spike could have been this intense and sweet in the Joss version.
I laughed out loud picturing Joyce walking in on a half dressed Spike. Thank God she didn't have an axe handy.
Thanks again for this beautiful gift.

Author's Response: As I am to have written the last chapter. But I also feel accomplished and happy to have the story complete. I\'m happy you enjoyed the story and that you found Buffy/Spike relationship sweet and intense! That makes so very happy!! :) If I were Joss, someone would die in the end. lol He just can\'t let there be a happy couple! What\'s up with that? :D
Haha... also a good thing she had quite a nice time herself. ;) Or Spike might have been in much bigger trouble.
It\'s me who thanks you for being so awesome!!! :)

Epilogue by HollyDB Rated: U Liked [Reviews - 7]
Summary: They have changed, but the world has not. After 'The Writing on the Wall'.

Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Adult Language
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 4717
[Report This] Published: 03/11/2011 Updated: 03/11/2011
Reviewer: no_promises Signed Liked
Date: 03/11/2011 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I was so excited to see this story posted. I LOVE "the Writing on the Wall" and I am thrilled you wrote an epilogue.
Thank you for the perfectly sweet ending.

Summary: Spike saved the world when he died to close the Sunnydale Hellmouth. But in his place William lives. New to the modern and supernatural world, William must learn to fit in.

However the balance between good and evil is tilted. It seems that it'll be up to William to stop this apocalypse, but only if he can find himself first.

Spike/Buffy William/Buffy (Post Chosen, AU, slight comic reference.)
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Action, Romance
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 10 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 28575
[Report This] Published: 03/15/2011 Updated: 07/14/2011
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Date: 03/17/2011 Title: Chapter 1: After Shock

I love the premise of this story and am eagerly waiting for the next update.

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Date: 03/19/2011 Title: Chapter 2: Long Walk

poor confused William. I hope Buffy takes care of him, and treats him as gently as Spike always treated her when she was fragile.

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Date: 03/19/2011 Title: Chapter 3: Mad, Mad World

thanks, I'm really enjoying this story

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Date: 05/03/2011 Title: Chapter 7: Coffee Break

I enjoyed the budding relationship between Buffy and William and he does seem to be a nice little reminder of Spike.
Sounds like maybe William is having a sort of slayer dream. A girl with a flowing white gown, dark hair, barefoot and singing while warning of upcoming evil. My guess is maybe Drusilla?
I'm looking forward to what's coming next.

Reviewer: no_promises Signed Liked
Date: 05/19/2011 Title: Chapter 9: Office Meeting

awe, it feels like fluffy little bunnies are trying to push William and Buffy together (they both seem a little anxious when apart). I really hope Buffy asks William to stay with her - I think some quality cuddle time would do them both some good.

I'm With You by wolffan200 Rated: NC-17 Liked [Reviews - 25]
Summary: Set in season 5 after Fool for Love. It picks up where the episode left off with Spike and Buffy on the steps. It fills in the blanks of what might have happened between them. Follows canon and then goes AU. Joyce is sick but won't die because I love her too much and it's me writing not Joss.





Disclaimer: All credit where it's due to Joss and ME. I'm playing with their creations. No copyright is intended and I make no profit.



**Nominated at the Sunnydale Memorial Awards Round 23 for Best New Author, Best Characterization, Best Drama and Best Unfinished.**



http://sunnydawards.dragonydreams.com/






Categories: NC-17 Fics, Fantasy/AU
Characters: None
Genres: Action, Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult Language, Buffy/Other, Sexual Situations, Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 30 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 134585
[Report This] Published: 03/20/2011 Updated: 08/12/2011
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Date: 04/03/2011 Title: Chapter 20: Chapter 20

I like your version of this encounter as much as I did Joss's version
(Buffy: We're talking about two very powerful witches and a thousand-year-old ex-demon.
"The boy" has clocked more field time than all of you combined. He's part of the unit.)
You managed to portray the same eye-opening epiphany. . . I like this Buffy



Author's Response: She is cool when she\'s the don\'t-mess-with-me-leader alright. I love it when she stands up to the Council.

Needed Saving by bikey88chic Rated: NC-17 Liked [Reviews - 19]
Summary: Buffy finds a way of saving Spike in Chosen. Tidbits from End of Days and Chosen. Disclaimer
Categories: General Fics, NC-17 Fics
Characters: None
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Adult Language, Sexual Situations
Series: None
Chapters: 13 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 10044
[Report This] Published: 04/21/2011 Updated: 10/13/2011
Reviewer: no_promises Signed Liked
Date: 04/22/2011 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Gotta Move

I think you are off to a great start. This is the way I think we all wished Chosen had gone- with Buffy and Spike both surviving .
As another bonus I am a huge fan of claming fics (I think they are incredibly hot)
For a beginning writer I think you should be proud. I will continue to read as long as you continue to post.

Summary: AU (non comics compliant) future fic in which Buffy has bought an old house in London and is fixing it up. She finds a strange vampire hiding in her tool shed and uncharacteristically allows him to stay there until the sun goes down and he can leave. But then he comes back...
Bless my betas, Always_jbj and Just-Sue who keep me from Americanizing too many things that should be Britishisms.:)
Categories: General Fics
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: Violence
Series: None
Chapters: 15 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 59826
[Report This] Published: 05/08/2011 Updated: 06/10/2011
Reviewer: no_promises Signed Liked
Date: 05/08/2011 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I like the initial premise of this story, and I'm looking forward to more.

It's nice to see that Buffy's feelings for Spike are being acknowledged and not challenged.
I think Spike would be pleased that it appears he finally got Buffy to stay in his bed. ;) (it must be William's room and bed that Buffy appropriated)

Author's Response: I think by now, everyone will have mellowed a bit and be more accepting - including Buffy. :) Thanks for reading. I hope you like the rest of it.