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Hi Graeme, Thanks for the next chapter of Leopard Spots. I'm trying to be a more frequent reviewer. This was again a great chapter. We've gotten an inside look on Brat, and to some extent on Dave. I really loved the way Ty handled his dad. I think I've been lucky I've grown up in the Netherlands; I only came out at the age of 28, believe it or not. I can't help but think Dave was molested in the showers at some point. I really hope his team can help him. Thanks another great chapter. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A dramaless Escorial dinner? What the heck? I loved the way Alex wrapped JJ around his pinky in no time. I'm glad Wade and Matt are up to 90%. I hope they can help Alex if their assessment of his psyche is correct. I have a gut feeling I'm going to hate the next chapter. I would fully agree that Zach's weak, doing this flyer distributing, but I am sure the annoying brat is going to explode on him. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I wasn't with all the other reviewees on Alexander in the last few chapters, but I am changing my mind on him. He's a real danger to both Matt's and Wade's wellbeing. I hope this plot line will be resolved shortly. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation between Wade and JJ. It is going to work out great I expect. Looking forward to the showdown with (the incredibly hot) Johnny Weir. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chatper of Flux. A good chapter all around: Matt turning out negative, Wade and Matt connecting like they should, Will being his obnoxious self, JJ being his diva self. I would have loved to see Will challenge Brad on his attitude towards JJ. "Fancy taking that attitude towards me, Dad?" I think people are being too harsh on JJ. He's a competitive skater and as you're setting him up to rival Johnny Weir (I admit to being a gay boy, I loved looking at that boy!) I can't see him being overly into his sport. Obviously Brad can't relate to him like he should, (although Brad was right in claiming withdrawal from JJ's part) but Tiffany is disappointing in this regard. She knows his needs as a skater and his needs as a boy in the family he's in. And we seem to forget as your readers that, where Will was only threatened with rape (Paris) JJ was actucally taken advantage of in a sexual way (I don't recall if you've actually called it rape at that time) We lack a real look into JJ's psyche. I hope that'll be amended in future books. I hope Alex and Wade will remain friends in Boston, although I share the belief of other reviewees that their infatuation will not last very long. Keep up the amazing work, lots of loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. Fully agree with another review, saying you're a total roller coaster author. Wade and Matt connecting like this again seems to come very fast. I feel some reviews don't give Wade enough credit. He's putting himself out there for Matt, tells him exactly how he feels. Had to giggle at Lark, being the egotistical jackass we know from way back! Can't wait to see what the test will turn up. Keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Graeme, Thanks for the next chapter of Leopard Spots. I'm sorry that I haven't yet reviewed your work, but I am a great admirer of it. From the tough story A New Brother, to a sweet Falls Creek Lessons, to the deep Heart of the Tree. You're an all round magnificent author, and I use that qualification sparsely for online writers. In Leopard A Skin Cover you kept us on our toes throughout and I can see you continuing that line of work. How's Deon going to respond to his father showing up? What's Dave's deal? Will Ty stuff up again? What will Neil do? Keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. So cool to see into Wade's psyche. I was reminded of the fisting deal with Robbie. I guess it's pretty much decided that the 80% will win out. Great chapter and keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I plead the fifth. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. To paraphrase a review; Will can't go long without pissing me off. At first perspective he probably had some right to feel left out, because of Brad's unwillingness to spill the beans. On the other hand, no one has the right to know about this issue, unless they slept with Brad. I hope you will have Will being supportive. I'm thoroughly confused by the dynamic between Wade and Matt at the moment. Will probably had a point that Matt should avoid the drug called Wade. I still think that, like Brad, Wade will eventually choose the fun, volatile Matt over the safe, dull Alex. Keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I can't say I'm surprised with appearance of drama in this chapter. It had been absent for way too long in Flux-time. Even if it comes to the worst possible outcome, the family will come through it in the end. I liked the conversation between Wade and Brad. They really know how to talk to each other. What was the status of HIV-AIDS conversion in 2001 like (I'd be astonished if you haven't researched that, lol) I'd like to think it was already pretty sure you could avoid AIDS in a number of cases. But obviously we're rooting for no one else being positive. Keep up the amazing work. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I thought it was truly evil you put in the poll results in the chapter header... To be honest I would've guessed Wade would merely want to try being with Alex, as opposed to the utter infatuation you seemed to have him in. I don't feel this is a bad thing for the Wade/Matt relationship. Like Wade said, there's something no other guy can give Wade. There's an emotional connection between these 2 that no other coupling for either one of them can provide. To some extent I didn't like the way Wade left immediately, but I guess it was for the best. Keep up the great work, Lots of loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A roller coaster ride of a chapter. I thought it was the common aristocratic background, shared with Alexander, that made them so tight, so quickly. I can't help but think it is not a good thing that Wade showed up in Paris. I can't explain it, though. Matt is such a great person! Keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. An ominous chapter. Brad having an issue with Kevin, Matt and Wade moving apart, Zach exposed to life outside the US. I can't wait to see where you are taking all the different story lines. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A sweet chapter, with a healing fuck for Brad. I really hope he'll continue healing, ultimately to the extent of dating again. The London part was nice. I liked the way both Will and Alex mirrored JP and the Duke. I would still like to see those Stuart letters. Keep up the amazing work. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A great meld of Bridgemont and CAP! Is the Richard Lammert that left the letters in this CAP chapter George's maternal grandfather? Can we expect revelations about the Granger family in a Flux chapter? To be perfectly honest I can't see the stories truly mixing, but this is a nice way of bringing the historical novel that is Bridgemont into the contemporary CAP saga. Brad's healing process is a true gem of your writing capabilities. I've always liked him as a character, and you seem to write his narratives with supreme excellence. The only annoying Will part was baiting JP at dinner, which is not nice, but incredibly funny, lol... Keep up the amazing work, Lots of loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A thoroughly foreboding chapter. Is the trip to Europe going to be equally disastrous as Will's last visit to Paris? I was kind of miffed by your reply to my previous review, to be honest. I'd like to think I criticise Will with cause, even if you don't agree with my view. Keep up the amazing work and keep it Will-free. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I had a crazy 3 days of umpiring, hence my tardiness in reviewing. I loved the insight into the Hayes family that Frank gave. The Bastille day party seems to go very well, but you did say it's not over yet. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I loved the chapter, if for no other reason than Will got burned a little (or at least, burned as much as I can expect from you as a Will lover) I would have liked to have seen the conversation being between Matt and Will too though. Matt was wonderful in getting Zach to see the right path. If only he'd step up to Will. There's still no one willing to tell Will when he's wrong. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten Ps : thanks for calling me adorable

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I was seriously considering not reviewing this chapter. What a horrible display we had to endure again from Will as a narrator. In the first part he had absolutely no right whatsoever to berate Josh. The end didn't justify the means, WIll had no place and should've kept his mouth shut. In the 2nd part he had a little more of a reason to be miffed with Zach, but if he were half as grown up as he claims to be, he'd realise Zach isn't the same kind of person he is. He actually respects his parents, even if they treat him like a kid (whereas Brad treated Will like the immature brat he was and still is) From an artistic point of view I totally love every single chapter you write, but PLEASE stop writing from Will's point of view... Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A sweet chapter! I really loved the conversation between Cam and Matt. I really think Matt has come around 180 degrees. He knows who he is, where he wants to go, and (most importantly) how to get there. Let's hope he puts his money where his mouth is. Although that makes me think of Wade with a $ 100,- bill on his dick. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, I hope you're not losing interest in writing this story. Going from weekly to monthly is a bit much I thought. Loving cuddles, Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. I loved the decorating discussion and how JJ instantly warmed up to the guy after being complimented for his skating. A bitter sweet encounter between Matt and Cam I hope Matt can help Cam. Lots of loving cuddles Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. A sweet chapter! I really liked the scene between Wade and Matt. I can't see either of them without the other. Some nice confrontations in Claremont, and some not so much. it was cool to see Matt's mother again, and good to see that she has changed. Brad not losing it when Robbie' s car came around was good to see too. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. Going through the reviews I can't help but think I'm the only one that's a little disturbed by the Brad/Cody conversation. I can't put my finger on it, but something feels wrong to me there. Is Cody truly sincere? Kudos to Brad for the ring ceremony. A great gesture from probably my most favourite character. The entire chapter reeks with innuendo; * Cody moved on * Matt moved on * Brad moved on But did they really? A lot of healing seems to have been done but I can't help but be sceptical. Lots of loving cuddles. Maarten

Hi Mark, Thanks for the next chapter of Flux. An inspiring chapter, with a lot of closure, at least I hope it's there. I'm looking forward to Matt dealing with Josh over his cheating on Cam Heely. For Josh's sake I hope he doesn't go Will on his ass, lol. I don't see why people have to point out the irrationality of the decision to demand the demolition of the high school, either in the story or in reviews... There's too much emotion for Brad, the main contributor, in that place for it to remain intact. Irrational or not, it was the proper thing to do and I'm seriously miffed with JP that he'd even ask Brad to reconsider... he should've told the board to stuff it (in a JP-way of course, lol) Keep up the amazing work, on all your stories, Lots of loving cuddles, Maarten