Cia

The ending to this story was so well written. Nye had a journey back to recovery, one that hasn't ended. It is very true to life in that way. I love that you can write a story that ends with a 'happy' ending but have it not be all wine and roses. The fact that they take the life lessons that Nye learned the hard way and used it to help others. So many people forget that abuse happens in many types of relationships and in many forms, not just the typical man abuses woman that has become so stereotyped. The bdsm lifestyle is particularly susceptible to such assumptions, I am glad you clearly pointed out that you weren't aiming this story at that lifestyle, rather to someone who took it and twisted it far beyond it's normal paramaters. Adam was a twisted man, but so often you hear of abusers finding the most gentle and loving and finding great pleasure in twisting those emotions into cruelty and sadism. In this case it was clear to most the lines that were crossed in the name of 'love' but how often do we do things in that vein? Sometimes things are not so clear. Sigh...well, enough typing to read myself, lol. I loved the story, the complexities of the characters and the thought provoking subject. Another great story, Nephy!!

Do what I do, ignore the chat thread! It's all people's opinions anyhow, everyone know what those are like Other than that, hugs!

OMG!! Snickers!!

Thank you Owl!! I love how you leave me so many comments everywhere! You don't like my story at all, do you? LOL In truth this was a chapter I was looking forward to writing. In so many ways it was dark, you have drugging and possible torture, yet YES!! it was finally time to bring Bel'loc back. Well, sort of... I have no troubles finding action to fit in to the story, sooo much is happening. Sometimes it's a struggle to figure out what to put in and how many details to use. Honor runs in my head like an interactive movie when I am writing it right and there is no way I can fill in all the nuances that make it almost real to me. Seriously, this last time I could smell the fumes and the hot metal in the night air of the space port, hear the shots....no wonder it all came out in a huge burst! Chapter 15 is taking shape as well, so not too many days until I post again Again, thanks for the comments, Owl, I love to hear what you have to think!! Cia

I truly hope that you all remain safe while in the campus community. Based on the additional article I read it sounds as if there is an increasing risk to members of the LGBT community there, especially if the adminstration isn't supporting stronger anti-discrimination policies and strategies. Good for you and everyone else there for making a stand on this issue!

I'm sorry but ewwww! Unsanitary...my germaphobe gene is going crazy!

Oh Wow! This chapter was so emotional, so heartbreaking in some ways. I am so glad that Nye is away and Lian is dead, but it's so sad how badly his mental facilities have been affected. Sometimes people seem better, then they get worse. I really hope that Nye continues to improve, though I'll take anything you go with this story! Mir is one kick ass sister, she seems to fall apart at times, but when it's important she's on the ball and totally in charge, it's great. I love strong women characters. Can't wait to read the next chapter.

Nope, you must do "something" in life, even if it's nothing Every once in a while we get a list of things we need to do, we should do, we want to do in life and yet we do none of it. It's called burnt out, maybe you just need to rest and recharge. Take a day to do NOTHING or just something fun. It's relaxing and I find myself ready to tackle my list after I feel I indulged myself a bit.

Yay for a new story from you!

Speaking to your earlier concerns, a good story doesn't necessarily need to have a strong gay vibe or romance to keep interest up, though I am sure everyone here enjoys them. Your story is quite well written, I love that we are finally getting an idea of what the overall plot is going to be. We've gotten to know more and more of the characters as you have written, but I have to say that I am sooo glad we finally got some info on Yoru. Not just what he does but why and his "self" as you might say. The info about Birgil being a sealer was quite a spin, it makes sense why he failed the first time out and adds a whole new element to his personality and the roommate relationship between him and Yoru. Great inventiveness on your part, one of your "subtle" relationships? Ryon creeps me out, I can't tell if he is going to be a bad guy who is a bit of a sadist as well or if he is a good guy who is just caught up in being a spoiled royal kid who gets pissy when he doesn't get what or who he wants. All in all, I sooo enjoyed this chapter, it was great! I can't wait to read more, write, write, write!!!

All I can say, is c'mon, really?

Way to go John!!! Great job sweetie!!

Thanks for the post Owl! I'm really enjoying writing this story, it has changed so much from the original idea and continues to evolve each time I sit down to write a new chapter. I'm even amazed at the way things are turning out, trust me, I had no idea! Story line spoilers...nope, not gonna give any! LOL, besides then I have to write what I say will happen, and sometimes they just don't like it when I try to tell them what to do. Cale is most stubborn!! Thanks for keeping with the story and letting me know what you think, it means a lot to me!

I loved this latest chapter, Owl! Great job! You are writing in a style I love, you are continually evolving the story and moving it forward but adding in bits of history as you go. Letting us know there is a big component to the Billy/his father issue that involves his horse in that one short convo between Billy's mom and David was a great example as well as the letter from Seth. You introduced new characters, the girl...woo hoo, she seems like quite the doozy, I like her already course I may love to hate her later...depends on her role. I really like this story so far, it's got a great plot and the flow is great. Keep going!!

I'll admit to watching figure skating, but I prefer the individual competition to the pairs. Make it or break it on your own, just my style!

Oooh, look at you Shadowgod, I'd never have expected that innocent face Very cute!

I can't wait until the last chapter. And I realize we know sooo much that Felix doesn't, but is that boy stupid? Did he or did he not just get warned? I mean, wow, how naive can one person be? I hope that he will be alright. Eeek! Like I said, I can't wait for the next chapter!

I agree with that! Sometimes I look on there and just go Why? What could possess a person to write such a thing? (half the time it's something my own siblings write, lol)

LOL...not going to debate on Twilight...which really isn't the biggest issue at hand. You know what scares me? The demographic for this book is tweens and teens, yet they are pitching ideas about a sex toy? I have heard this before, I truly wonder if it is legit or internet bunk. If legit and it comes out, idk...that'll just be creepy. It'd be a complete and total turn off for me.

Wear gloves my friend, if you get the kind with the grippies you don't have to worry about your hands slipping on the maul or axe. And my sympathies, I don't have a woodstove but my mother in law does, can you guess what I do every fall?

Ooooh yes! I did that a time or two Course I was only a teenager then. Maybe I've grown out of it? hmm, nope, I'd still do it LOL Would you go visit close family you haven't seen in years or take a vacation to an exotic local if someone else was paying but you got to decide?

I've read some of John's stories, I loved Trust me...I'm an Angel. The subtleties of the storyline are quite intriguing. While I can't breeze through and just enjoy a simple tale in the storyline, I like having to focus and read between the lines and really figure out the characters. It's not all laid out there. I haven't had much time to read lately but definitely wanted to make a comment here since what I have read I have really enjoyed! Keep writing John!

Great writing Joey. As I said in my review, the depths of your characters and story have definitely expanded over the course of your writing. I love the strong family and community ties you write in, as well as the bite of religious flavor that isn't crammed down the throat of a reader. It's very integral and tastefully done. That little boy, Mikey is a precious character. I sense the possibility for another story down the line with him and Abigail, their "relationship" was just too cute. You write the children scenes very well. I was laughing outloud and had to read them to Josh, he agreed they did sound very much like something our children would do. I can't wait to read the scene between Lenore and Jessica. It should be quite interesting to see that pair team up once they bury the hatchet, I have a feeling the two witches will have met their match! Thanks for the great story!

Gah...I know I am going to regret this! These are the two baby pictures that survived my childhood.

NO wonder why he follows me into the bathroom, I think he's plotting to push something electric into the tub! As for the tech assistance, it's not quite the same but I called my Insurance Co. to find out if a service was covered, spent 20+ minutes on hold with a double beep every 5 seconds, not even any music! The talking bit? Less than 2 minutes, I timed it. Insult to injury? I had to call back the next day for the exact same damn thing! I hate the phone systems nowadays! Death to the inventor of the "If you know the digits of the extension you are trying to reach please press them now. Otherwise please hold on the line for a completely ridiculous number of menus with options and digits for you to push just so that we can tell you we are closed and hang up on you!" Let's grab the torches and pitchforks...who wants to google their name?