Viridian posted a comment on Tuesday 28th September 2010 10:23am for 12 - London(2)

Sweet Merlin on a bike, but this is good. I still come back and re-read this story every few months... and I always find new aspects to enjoy. Bravo!

Genericrandom posted a comment on Monday 20th September 2010 9:14pm for 12 - London(2)

I think this is the third or fourth time I've read this story over the years now, and I think I find something new to like about it each time. One of the things that struck me the most on this read through is how much of a storybook fairytale romance this really is. And on top of that, it's set in a fairly modern setting. In my opinion that's a distinctly impressive accomplishment.

Now I'll admit that I read a lot more fan-fiction than original fiction these days, but it's still been a very long time since I've read a good old fashioned fairytale. And it's a lot of fun every time I do.

Certainly, large swathes of it could be called 'unrealistic' or 'contrived' or even 'clichéd', but haters' gonna hate. Because you could also (and in my ne'er to be humbled opinion much more accurately) call it 'mystical' and 'fantastic' and 'heartwarming' and 'romantic' and 'magical'.

There are so many wonderful aspects of this story that you can easily focus on. The writing is of an extremely high technical level. The humor is pretty spontaneous feeling and well executed, outrageous yet subtle. The characters interact well and often seem to jump off the page larger than life. But to me, the elements that stuck out the most on this read through were the fantasy and fairytale aspects. Harry's casual, almost blase and yet distinctly natural use of magic, for everything from Obliterating the Dragon, to Rescuing the Princess all the way to picking up breakfast. The amazing way you described not only the focus of the story with Harry and Gabrielle's relationship, but the way you managed to make everyone else, who would normally be considered well adjusted madly in love people that worked hard to get to where they were with their spouses not only exemplary, but also somehow everyday, dull and pedestrian without losing any of the special nature of how they got on with each other.

A magical story that I'm sure, in a year or two, I'll sit down to again and find something else new and incredible to enjoy about. Great stuff, bravissimo.

TheSandyToadfish posted a comment on Tuesday 31st August 2010 9:20am for 12 - London(2)

I am ridiculously sad that this story is finished. One of the best pieces of fiction i have ever read, including novels. JK Rowling has nothing on you. Looking forward to reading the rest of your collection.

-TST

Zamia posted a comment on Wednesday 11th August 2010 3:22am for 12 - London(2)

Beautiful story. Excellent prose and excellently beta'd. Thanks for writing. Cheers.
Z

Europec posted a comment on Friday 9th July 2010 9:35pm for 12 - London(2)

Jeez Jeconias, talk about taking every other HP fanfic romance out there and throwing them in the trash. Nobel for this one.

hpnut1 posted a comment on Thursday 8th July 2010 3:42am for 12 - London(2)

I love this story!!

ILikeToRead posted a comment on Monday 5th July 2010 1:38am for 12 - London(2)

A very good story that is full of emotion and feelings that will make you want to read the next chapter. Thanks for sharing your work!

Abraxan posted a comment on Sunday 4th July 2010 3:16am for 12 - London(2)

What a lovely story! I really enjoyed it.

Abraxan

santiln posted a comment on Thursday 1st July 2010 2:08am for 12 - London(2)

This story is really emotive. I truly enjoyed it.
Between this ff and HEA I think you're one of the best writing HP/GD.
I left a little bit longer review in HEA and I'm lazy so this is all.
Greetings

Davidjanetamplen posted a comment on Wednesday 30th June 2010 2:02pm for 12 - London(2)

I wish you hadn't taken out the epilogue - I liked it.

mwinter posted a comment on Sunday 27th June 2010 12:05am for 12 - London(2)

I didn't like the whole epilogue. but I truly like the idea that Gabby got Harry to Merlin's resting place where all three are now RIP.

Sandrine Lupin posted a comment on Tuesday 15th June 2010 9:06am for 12 - London(2)

hello,
this was another really amazing story. I like the way it is written and the idea between the story. It was great to see someone put french in the story without the hug mistakes (enven if I make a lot in english myself) Ther is just one that I remember it is "mon capitain" you miss the "i"
I hope you will write others fic and that I can read them.
thank you one more time and see you next story.
sandrine

Ledivin posted a comment on Thursday 10th June 2010 1:31am for 12 - London(2)

You know, I take that back, I guess I just haven't been keeping up. Maybe that's what happens when there are one and a half years between updates? =P

Ledivin posted a comment on Thursday 10th June 2010 1:28am for 12 - London(2)

I'm sure I've already commented on this, but I just reread it and all I can say is: my god you are an amazing writer. T'is a shame we don't see too much from you nowadays, but I guess it's not all that surprising - you've written more than most authors I know of, and certainly more good fan fiction than any I've read.

Eclipse94 posted a comment on Thursday 27th May 2010 11:48pm for 12 - London(2)

A pleasure to read. An addicting tale of lonelyness, deception, and above all, unyielding love. Kept me reading for hours without fail. 10/10

In other words: AWE-SOME STORY!!!

Heliosion posted a comment on Sunday 16th May 2010 1:18am for 12 - London(2)

you write awesome fics and i have to thank you for leaving that link on ff.net or i would have never found this treasure trove of a site!!!

ToriCat posted a comment on Saturday 15th May 2010 2:34pm for 12 - London(2)

Ye gods, I don't think I have the words to describe how much I love your fics....!

Illusia posted a comment on Thursday 6th May 2010 7:34pm for 12 - London(2)

I could almost swear you've made this longer since I first read this when you wrote it all :) Took me four days. Then again, I do have a job.
This was brilliant, as usual. Couldn't get enough, as usual. And now I have to go and read all your other stories as well *sighs*, as usual.
;) Don't ever get bored with writing please.

Amylin Christin posted a comment on Friday 26th March 2010 10:35pm for 12 - London(2)

I just worked my way through this epic fanfic, and epic it is. And I have to say I am absolutely blown away by it. This story is without a doubt the best Harry&Gabby ff I have ever read, and I do try to read as many as possible. You write create realistic characters, storyline and scenery. It is truly magnificent and I loved every single line of it. Whilst I have to say that the simple volume of the story made it unable for me to sleep for 2 tays, as I could not stop and read through the whole ff in one go I think it would be an absolute shame to cut any single line out of it. So, well done, I really enjoyed this story. Amy

azrielmienta posted a comment on Wednesday 17th March 2010 9:57pm for 12 - London(2)

its a shame really that you deleted the epilogue the first time i read this fic i felt that it really tied in nicely with the fic as its ending. but you are the writer here not me so if you felt that it didnt live up to your expectations then that is that