This is a wonderful short story told almost entirely in dialog. Very witty and cute and funny. Creme Brulee is one of the best. - Anonymous - Jul-07-2010   

Witty dialogue in this story. The Luce & Dix have great chemistry throughout it. I'd have liked a little more fleshing out around the dialogue, but it's still a fun read. - Lyn B - Mar-11-2011   

That was great!!! I really got a kick out of Creme Brulee's version of a fairy tale.It certainly left me smiling. - uber goober - Sep-24-2011   

very fun read.. the dialogues are witty and enchanting, albeit a bit nutty as well.. i loved the way the dialogues almost made up the entire story.. feels like different phone calls between two people, while they are definitely in the same space engaging in real life conversations.. a unique style of writing which probably isn't for everyone.. - xtra dog - Nov-21-2011   

so glad to see you with a new story!!!! A sequel to " And Playing the Role of Herself" one day?? - Anonymous - Sep-11-2009   

Very sweet. - Anonymous - Aug-26-2010   

Really cute! Lets face it this author is AMAZING! Adorable story! - Amanda - Sep-04-2010   

That was a cute sweet story.It leaves you wishing the tale was a little longer so you can stay and get to know the characters in the story a little better. - uber goober - Feb-01-2012   

Love the title......really cute and short
- Anonymous - Apr-08-2012   

oww.. so sweet.. - xtra dog - Jun-08-2013   

This is one to start the holiday cheer! - Samantha - Dec-02-2014   

Well another hit from Peyton. She has a writing style that is all her own. Look forward to the next in the series. - Anonymous - Jun-15-2010   

This story (and Tango) gets a big thumbs up! I love your characters, they are quite unique. Right now, Dane is my favorite; tomorrow, it may be someone else. Cannot wait for the third story. Chop, chop, Peyton! - Cheyne - Jun-15-2010   

Having had to wait for this for what seemed the longest time, I was not disappointed. Well rounded characters, they drew you in and at times I really felt I was there just behind the characters watching it all unfold. Well done, looking forward to the next installment, would love to see Clay again..... - kerry mc - Jun-16-2010   

Just finished reading and I really enjoyed it...hilarious! Touching, too! - L - Sep 27th, 2002   

After wobbling a little with her last couple of stories, Larissa is back! "The Ice Princess" is well written, no lags or jags, just the author at her best. I loved the pez dispenser; it brought back childhood memories and a hankering for one of those solid, pure sugar treats that made me wired and able to run faster than anyone else. ;) Thanks and all that jazz to the author for an all-around good read. - Kay - Oct 3rd, 2002   

Larisa has found the formula that works everytime...I love her stories! Please keep them coming!!!! - LW - Oct 5th, 2002   

IMHO I believe this is one of her best. - Amanda - Mar 16th, 2003   

I must say I really do enjoy Larisa's stories very much. She has the ability to draw the reader into her story and keep them riveted to the screen. That being said I have but one criticism. The main characters are usually very likable and believable, but then the two goofy friends are always thrown in and they just completely detract from the story. I can't help but find them irritating and have to roll my eyes at their antics. I mean come on they don't act at all like real people do (well at least any people I have EVER met in my life). I personally enjoy being able to relate to the characers and they are simply impossible to relate to. This is just a personal opinion, of course. I would like to see Larisa turn her considerable talents towards writing something with more depth and emotion rather than finding new outrageous situations to throw these two annoying creatures into. - Peg - Jul 12th, 2003   

it doesn't need comments... READ this story !! Larisa, you're one of the best bards !! - laurence - Jul 31st, 2003   

I really liked this story. The plot was awesome and the characters didn't get carried away. [wink. wink. poke. poke. nudge. nudge.]There weren't too many parts I wasn't allowed to read.Good use of words, but not too complicated to read. My favorite line was "Can I get a wheelie chair for a frozen tater tot?"PS I wish you would write more stories without the characters getting 'carried away'. - Nanaabelle's Grandson - Aug 15th, 2003   

"Hey Buuuuuddy where's my candy&need the woodpecker." Larisa has a way with words that keep you involved from beginning to end, and left wanting more! - Cindy - Nov-06-2006   

I loved this story. I highly recommend it. - Annette - Apr-13-2008   

another love another please... - Anonymous - Apr-17-2008   

You can't go wrong with this author---she will leave you laughing and excited everytime! - Stormy - Feb-18-2009   

i like this story so good i enjoy to read again....... - wom - Mar-25-2009   

I´ve read this story so many times...Pez is so funny...I love it. - RLA - Apr-10-2009   

I see no new recommendations for anything by Larisa. You must read her. If you want drama with lot's of comedy in the mix, READ anything her. This is a great story.It really move's you. It makes you angry,laugh, and maybe even shed a slight tear. I have read this one 4 or 5 times.About to read it again. - cpo - Oct-06-2010   

I really liked this story. Great job. - sassy123 - Feb-19-2011   

WOW WOW WOW ... man this is one of the best stories I ever read.
you are a great bard Larisa, everything you write is breathtaking...but this one is a winner ... i loved it - braniac - Nov-02-2011   

Another great story. - sassy123 - Nov-28-2011   

Larisa has done another great job at story telling, she delt with abuse in relationships with honesty, and how easy it is for the victims not to want others to know about it, there was just the right mix of drama and humor in this one, - mutt - Dec-29-2011   

Really enjoyed this story. Recent reader of this author and thoroughly enjoying her tales. - hollyhwrites - Aug-28-2012   

Too funny! - Wheezie - Feb-22-2013   

Too funny! - Wheezie - Feb-22-2013   

Cute story...some freaky parts...I wonder how Larisa's brain operates...guess we will never know. - Katie of Ohio - Mar-05-2013   

Sorry I know I just posted but something just keeps nagging at me about this story.

***SPOILER ALERT*** At the risk of sounding like a feminist in a group of females, I can't stop replaying the part where the officer whom is not a gentleman/woman says "all I did was rough her up a bit the other night. You know how it is; we have to keep our women in line." and I must say it really makes me wonder, about why even in lesbian culture we revert back to a man and women mentality and I'm not talking about the abuse part I'm talking about "our women" meaning ownership or even the part where Pez takes the protector role and Shay becomes the motherlike role. I know this is a fictional story and I'm sure this is the authors intent to create the Trooper in this manner barbaric manner but I still wonder, Do we ladies still feel the need to have a "head of the household" weather your the head or the household,in our lives? Are we brainwashed? Just like it that way? Or..most likely I'm taking this soo out of proportion and I'll overthinking and really we are now living in an equality lifestyle.

Sorry for the rant...please read on and enjoy the story.... - Katie of Ohio - Mar-05-2013   

I love the fact that Larisa tackles serious issues with over the top humor. It makes the reader stop and think while having a good laugh. The Ice Princess really drives this home. Lots of humor and emotions in this one and of course love. Don't miss this one. - Stacia - Mar-13-2013   

Larisa has a way with putting quirky characters together. I Loved this story! - Ricky - Apr-08-2014   

i truly enjoyed this story. I hope you'll be giving us a sequel. - leia - May-23-2007   

Awesome! Great story. Definitely a must read! - Anonymous - Jul-05-2007   

this is just the best story ever. im 21 and im in love for the first time but will have to break up with her and it hurt but reading this story dosnt just touch me it also give me hope that there might be another love out there for me and that make me feel a lot more heartbroken but better. i will recommend this story for everyone no matter how old they are. this is a beutifully written piece of work. you are the best Alex Tryst - Anonymous - Jan-12-2008   

Please, please give us a sequel. Call us hopeless romantics if you will, but it just won't be complete until you do. - Anonymous - Jan-14-2008   

WOW!!!I love this story - francesca - Feb-29-2008   

It made me feel great, really good good storie, but it need a sequel so badly!!! - Anonymous - May-12-2008   

This story was so sweet and so true to life. You'd think that parents would have figured out that to teenagers, rules are meant to be tested and broken! A brilliant story and I would really like to read a sequel ... nudge nudge! - Gwen - May-13-2008   

exellent most enjoyable read - Anonymous - May-18-2008   

This story is phenomenal,now we just await for the sequel. - Anonymous - Jul-05-2008   

This so needs a sequel! It doesn't seem finished. Not every story has a happy ending, but this one just doesn't seem complete. - Dani - Dec-05-2008   

a sweet romantic first time love story that will leave you remembering when. - uber goober - Jan-05-2010   

**** SPOILER ALERT **** This story is very well written. Alex Tryst always finds a unique perspective in telling stories. It's not a typical first time, at least I hope not. The story teller's Cardinal Rule is not in effect. I would love to see a sequel to this story. - Samantha - Jan-16-2010   

I NEED a sequel. This story was fantastic!! It hit so close to home and it was very well done. Call my a hopeless romantic but I need a sequel to the story. Please please please... :) - Anonymous - May-11-2010   

Very beautfiul story of first love. I hope that one day the author will write a sequal to this story as it practically screams for one. - Gwendolyn - Feb-20-2011   

This was a good one. Nice job. - sassy123 - Feb-23-2011   

This bard is good without a doubt. I must guess there won't be any sequel to this short story. Pity cause it would have sublimate the already good plot and characterization. But don't worry, it's well worth the reading though ;) - yuka - Feb-23-2011   

beautiful story.. the ending gave me goose bumps all over.. and even though this story certainly doesn't need a sequel, the hopeless romantic inside is screaming for one.. - xtra dog - Nov-19-2011   

this story make me cry! it's so sweet and sad at the end.
this writer is really charming. You have to read it! - Jal - Jan-18-2012   

I thought the title was Rezan not Revan.

Anyway, this is a great story. I couldn't stop reading it and I can't wait for more parts. I loved Blood and Honor and I adore Selene and Nix. Even though it isn't finished, Rezan is already joining the club. I love anything and everything by Windstar and Zee and this story is no different. - Anonymous - Jan-24-2008   

Amazing story once again! Hope to see it finished soon. Blood and Honor was amazing and I'm very glad you two decided to do a prequel. Probably one of the best things I've ever read! - Bacchuskiller - Jan-27-2008   

I waiting for more ....PLEASE.... - leia - Jan-29-2008   

Windstar and Zee have a knack for writing great characters. This time my favorites were Valdis and Ryuu, who were secondary characters (and totally deserve their own spinoff) instead of Cassia and Moriko, but they're great too. I liked the parallels between this one and Blood and Honor. - Arassar - Jan-29-2008   

I love blood and honor, and i love all the stories that deals about the north and south. I hope ur writing more of this.. - leia - Jan-30-2008   

Excellent writing. Recommend highly. This writer should have this series published. - sgogirl - Jan-30-2008   

AWESOME!!! - Anonymous - Jan-31-2008   

Excellent story. I loved it. - Anonymous - Feb-01-2008   

I love this series. This story is probably my favorite out of them all. i truly enjoyed some of the supporting characters. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-16-2009   

Awesome another of those great tales by Windstar and Zee - totally enjoyable. I loved the whole series Selene & Nix, Rezan, Blood & Honour - MORE please - Anonymous - Oct-18-2009   

This is one of the best peices I've read in a while. The love between Cassia and Moriko is truely beautiful. The things they suffer just bring them together again. A wonderful wonderful plot, that just makes you want to read more. - Spiritmaster - Mar-15-2010   

A riveting story and truly a gem of literature. The relationship between Cassia and Moriko is wonderfully meaningful - this is a must read. - Anonymous - Jul-06-2012   

The second story in this series really hits the mark. It is rare that a story has you seriously disliking a main character and then totally changes the reader's mind. As well written as the first and draws the reader deeper into this universe. - Stacia - Dec-27-2012   

Love it! read it! - anns - Sep-01-2013   

All of Bat's stories can be found here;
http://web.archive.org/web/20050214080248/www.obsession14.com/XenaRotica/BatMorda/bat.htm - Draco - Dec-15-2006   

This feels very strange to be just Draco and I on this story. - Lysia - Apr-18-2008   

this is one of my favorite stories, a first time storie with a kinkie twist. The disclaimers crack me up!! The " tackie Sequel" to this storie is great fun too! - Anonymous - May-21-2009   

Loved it, now I need a cold shower. - Anonymous - Dec-09-2009   

That was pretty entertaining for a PWP style story. - uber goober - Nov-28-2010   

What a great story. Good job. - sassy123 - Dec-03-2010   

Very sexy story and well written. Thanks very much! - Anonymous - Dec-29-2010   

Come on, how can you not give this and its sequel a 10? This is a classic Xena fan fiction written by the inimitable Bat Morda. It's great. Trust me. It's a keeper it so save it to your files. - K - Jul-01-2011   

This is fresh cheeky erotica. Bat is a wonderful storyteller and most entertaining. She also has one of a kind fertile imagination. - Karon Reiter - Jul-30-2011   

Link seems to be broken - Anonymous - Mar-16-2012   

http://www.academyofbards.org/cousinliz/fanfic/batmorda_tbtt.html - Anonymous - Aug-16-2013   

A gem. - Avidreader276570 - Feb-10-2008   

brilliant. a wonderful story! - Anonymous - Aug-09-2008   

Loved it! A rare treat! - abbaspice1 - Sep-10-2008   

an excellent romantic short story with traces of humor that made me LOL. very sweet and special. - vicam - Sep-23-2008   

A great story written in a very fluent style. Congratulations to the bard! She made up a perfect balance between humor, action and romanticism. READ IT, you won't get bored for a second! - yuka - Jun-17-2009   

Oh you so can tell a good story! This author is very talented. Sweet, captivating romance. - Ash - Oct-06-2015   

OMG!!!!!!!!!!!! What can I say? As Lunacy has already stated, this story is almost like an adult fairy tale :-) VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - ChuChu - Feb-11-2009   

yes this story does follow the Xena Scrolls. well...it could have happended that way!! Good - rleef - Feb-12-2009   

a very well written story character are real and it seem to transport you to the pace they are and feel there emotions . - erma - Mar-20-2012   

This was one of the first stories I ever read, way back when Xena fan fiction first started offering some of the most well-written stories, this one stood out as one of the best. It was unfortunate for us that Puckster only did this trilogy, fortunate for her she went on to write her own original stories, but she left us with one of the most erotic and romantic and woman centered/lesbian positive stories ever written. Did I say it was erotic? Not only is it erotic, it portrays an intensely ardent and lascivious Xena. You'll want to definitely save this to your own personal files so you can read it again and again. I would give up one of my kidneys to have seen Lucy and Renee do this as an episode. On cable, of course. - kazy - Nov-12-2012   

Very beautifully written. Well done! This is a highly recommended read. - Anonymous - Dec-20-2012   

omg i just love it so much hope you make a another...maybe... - Anonymous - Sep-28-2008   

Very sweet and romantic story. I really enjoyed it:-) - Lyn B - Apr-17-2011   

What a sweet story ... loved it! - Ricky - Jun-11-2012   

An incredibly good romantic tale.Well written and I loved the way the characters interacted with one another. - uber goober - Jul-21-2012   

cyber style comment: ,,OMG... LOL...XOXO"! i loved this story! - braniac - Aug-08-2012   

"Curve" is a great story about two women that meet, resist love, then plunge in with both feet. They have their ups and downs, tread through great conflict, and nearly part company. The ending is satisfying, the story is entertaining and beyond measure. I hear there MIGHT be a sequel too! Zuke is a gifted, under-heralded writer of great scope. You won't be disappointed with any of her works! - Taleweaver - Oct 23rd, 2002   

OMG! What an absolutely amazing story! A cop and a lawyer meet in an elevator...both attracted to each other, but neither one willing to take the first step. But when Moocher (you just have to love this woman!) steps in on behalf of her friend Maggie, OMG! the sparks really fly! Anne is smitten instantly and these two are off on a most incredible adventure of discovery, love, life...But make sure you have the tissues ready! There are tons of spew alerts, but for every spew there is a tear-jerker h/c scene not too far behind! Zuke provides a brilliant balance of real life ups and down, human dialogue and characters you just can't get enough of!!!! Is there really a sequel? Is this published yet? Please, this needs to be a real book! - Ann - Oct 24th, 2002   

Excellent story that is beautifully told. The characters are fully realized and believable. The humour is just right.Fantastic read! - kj - Jan 24th, 2004   

Oh god, I really laughed tears. I think Moocher is the coolest person in the world.Anyway this is really a great story and it feels authentic because of the lively characterization.Well done, Zuke! - lectra - Aug 3rd, 2004   

Dead link :-( - Yani - Mar-25-2008   

Please, please, please! I want to read it.
- Ctrogan - Oct-28-2011   

I bet many here think that Barry Goldwater was a RINO too. Non-objectivity, extreme aitivnsm, hyper-paranoid anti-communism, and Free Market uber alles is what it takes to be regarded as a true conservative to some. Some of you guys are as bad as Trotskyites. Sheesh!VA:F [1.9.7_1111]please wait...VA:F [1.9.7_1111](from 0 votes) - pNjpuTSC - Apr-07-2012   

Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013   

Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013   

Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013   

A very well written PWP. - E - Mar 26th, 2004   

WOW! Fantastic PWP! Sheesh, Cold Bath is in order... - Chercheur - Apr-27-2010   

Nice,hot, and short. - Toni - Apr-28-2010   

Gulp. Hot, sticky and delicious. - Peyton Andrews - Apr-29-2010   

A beautiful story.The characters are well developed and believable. It sucks you in from the get go. The twist of fate near the end clinches it for me. I hope to see more from this writer. Very well done. - Califa - Apr 22nd, 2004   

omg love it nice twist hope may be for a second but that my f*** this one up... love it - Anonymous - Jul-12-2008   

I so didn't see it coming! Great stoy, totally recomend it! - Raf_51 - May-22-2010   

wow - what a twist. like another said above, I didn't see it coming either. Great story. Highly recommended. I've really enjoyed this fantastic author. - colorado fan - Apr-03-2011   

Really enjoyed this one my god didnt see that twist coming xx - SD - Aug-04-2015   

Excellent! I was so crushed that it was over. Great story, moving characters and one red hot love scene. More..more..more.. - Califa - Jul 30th, 2004   

Great story. I really hope that you write a sequel! - fan - Aug 4th, 2004   

I have to say this is truly an endering story. Really opens your eyes to the everyday challenges of loving and caring for a child with a life threatening illness. The development of the relationship between Crystal and Lauren moved along at a pace that was realistic and didn't feel rushed and phoney, as they so often can in a short story. I had many a chuckle over the comments to the cat "Ram" and the humour has just the right flavour throughout! Thankfully there was not TOO much "inner monologue" that often takes away from the main body of the story. The story's perspective, written from the kids point of view, speaks volumes about how the author relates to kids. Over all a GREAT story and an eye opening subject,also perfectly paced for a really enjoyable read. This one is not to be missed. I'm just crossing my fingers that there will be a sequel. ;) - Skeeter - Aug 4th, 2004   

I've read this author's other works and while those are good, this is GREAT! She doesn't rush the plot and allows the readers and the characters to slowly and irrevocably fall in love. - Ursula - Dec-20-2007   

Beautiful well written story that definately needs a sequel! - Xenangabfan - Mar-16-2008   

Hidden gem - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Very touching and well written - JettBlk - Feb-14-2010   

Great to read not too long, falling for the straight girl..ready made family. - readinglori - Oct-31-2010   

Wow! This story deals with a pretty tough subject, I was afraid it might be hard to read. But this Bard managed to tell a story that talks courage. I admire, respect highly courage. The ending was fabuous. It made me cry actually. It wasn't sad. It was just pawerfull in it's own way and deeply beautiful. - yuka - Dec-21-2010   

Well written story.I've never read about a single mother with a child who has heart problems.Interesting insight,great love story. - Pat - Jan-01-2011   

Love this story. Would love to read more about them! - LadyKnight - Apr-19-2011   

Very touching story, you could feel real love between characters. Great read. - Anonymous - Jun-11-2011   

Excellent well written story. A very touching tale that had me tearing up a few times.I definetly recommend reading this one. - uber goober - Jun-25-2011   

what i found most touching about this story was the obvious love and respect mother and son shared with each other.. - xtra dog - Jan-19-2012   

A sensitive, heartwarming and tender story ... don't miss it! - Ricky - May-01-2014   

Really well written story loved reading this from start to end xx - SD - Jun-14-2015   

Beautiful, touching story. - Duffy - Jul 30th, 2005   

Another Masterpiece, Kim; Thank you. You truly are a gifted wordsmith. - CarolinaGirl - May-18-2009   

love the story, cant get enough of the characters. a part 2 should be written - sarah - May-31-2010   

I love everything that is written by KP. if you haven't read anything from here! start reading now. mayn! i can't believe i missed this story. glad i read it, as always! amazing! - crv - Jun-12-2010   

I won't tell i'm surprised by how good this story is... cause I'm not. This bard doesn't need any recommandation. I just saw her name and read, without further questions... and OF COURSE, the read was excellent. Too short though, I wouldn't have mind to read 200 more pages. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your talent with us. - yuka - Dec-12-2010   

nice story.. bit short which results in the end seeming to be a rush job.. still a nice read though.. - Anonymous - May-12-2011   

What a great story. Job well done - sassy123 - Aug-06-2011   

Very short, but the writing is excellent and profound. Erin O'Rielly has a beautiful writing style and this is a must read. - Lyn B - Jan-25-2011   

It is very short, but powerful and emotional. My jaw dropped and my eyes grew wide when I realized ....... - Thothgirl - Jan-12-2012   

Truly powerful, very thought provoking. Thanks to the writer for sharing. - Mica - Apr-16-2012   

There is only one word...WOW! - KH - Jun-20-2006   

amazing!!! i love the interaction between the main characters. - d - Oct-03-2008   

WOW! What a great read. - aj - Nov-14-2008   

That was hot! - Anonymous - Jan-23-2010   

In a word Yummmm!! I don't suggest you read thys at work or in public unless you enjoy your excitement on display!! More then hot!! I was almost ready to change my name to Amanda lolllllll... - Tee* - Jul-11-2010   

OMG...can I be Amanda please...very very sexy - goody - Jul-30-2010   

Ooh!! - S - Oct-18-2010   

A hot pwp. I don't like Alex at all, but Amanda certainly did:-) - Lyn B - Mar-20-2011   

It is a very good story. I cannot wait for the sequel. There is a sequel, right?! - Anonymous - Mar-06-2007   

Like your other works this one was fantastic too. Hope there is a sequel. A cant wait for you third generation book. Keep up the great work.. - Lisa - Mar-07-2007   

Nice & sexy story with unexpected twist. Good read! - Mel - Mar-09-2007   

Wow. I just loved this story. A must read. Please let there be a sequel! hehe Great work here. - Anonymous - Mar-15-2007   

Loved the story! hope there's a sequel!! - Krysta - Mar-26-2007   

Well I can certainly understand why this story was number one last week. I love a good vampire romp. I also KNOW I really do not have to question if there will be a sequel. Great read. - gayzer - Mar-31-2007   

Wow!! This was a surprise, but in a good way. Give me more. I want to know where Toni and Cam's road takes them!!!... B. Jen - B. Jen - Jan-14-2009   

Another great story by J.A. I found the premise to be an interesting twist and of course I would like a sequel...:) - Anonymous - Jan-23-2009   

I don't usually like vampire stories but this one was awesome. Even my brother liked it. I hope there's a sequel. One of their adventures maybe? - Ann O'Nymous - Jun-28-2009   

great read - Anonymous - Jul-26-2009   

wonderful turn of events - don't miss this one - Anonymous - Aug-23-2009   

Awesome, will there be a sequel? - Lumor - Oct-27-2009   

Just finished the story. I don't normally recommend stories, but this one SCREAMED for comment. With all the attention now being given to the supernatural, I see a series here that could have a LONG life. PLEASE continue the series. Better yet, continue the series in print. Thank you for one of the most enjoyable readings Ive had in a long time. LONG LIVE TONI & CAM!!!! - GMD - Nov-14-2010   

Love the story but it cries for a sequel! I would love to see the continuing tales of Cam and Toni. - royuki - Aug-15-2011   

again i find the idea behind the story very appealing.. but i do miss the build up.. the story should be longer, have deeper characterization,.. and it certainly shouldn't stop with a cliff hanger if there were never any intention of a sequel.. 10 for the idea, but far less for the actual story.. - xtra dog - Nov-08-2011   

What a fantastic story! Definitely worth a read. Loved the interaction between Toni and Cam. Even though it has been a few years since this one was written, I really hope a sequel is in the works. - Stacia - Sep-28-2012   

This is a very fun and romantic tale with some very interesting twists. Sequels would be very nice ... :)
- Georgia - Sep-07-2013   

That was a really cool story. I enjoyed it very much and highly recommend reading it. It was definitely good enough to warrant a sequel, please. - ubergoober - Sep-04-2015   

Loved it, loved their interaction :) can we please have a sequel!!!?? - Nel - Jun-09-2017   

Loved it, loved their interaction :) can we please have a sequel!!!?? - Nel - Jun-10-2017   

If you like Western's, read this series. I've read it a couple of time's. Cute read. - cpo - Sep-20-2010   

Next book please!!!!!





































- Anonymous - Jul-20-2011   

It's a wonder they ever leave home! Great story as always. - Silver - Aug-13-2011   

Love these stories about Jesse and Jennifer. Cant wait for the next 1 with Leevie and Dannie. Great story and recommend for everyone to have a read.
- supermum9 - Oct-15-2011   

If you like Westerns, you'll like this series. All were enjoyable, well written and tell a great love story. Hope another sequel is in the works. - Stacia - Jan-18-2013   

Loved this story, little KC omg she is so cute, well done xx - SD - Nov-24-2015   

OMG I was in that shower - amazing scene.
I love the show, but honestly I love this more :)
Pleasee do not keep us waiting too long! - birdgirlmb - May-16-2008   

Wow! Great start! - Anonymous - May-17-2008   

Very well written. Keeps you on a scintillating edge. I want to read much more from this writer. - baygirl - May-17-2008   

I enjoyed the story.. would love to see it continued. - xenalover68 - Jun-10-2008   

Nice read ... - Ricky - May-18-2014   

Though I find it hard to believe that in the year that this is set it is still illegal to marry someone that is not noble. That makes for alot of inbreeding between them. Anyways it was a wonderful story as always. And as I did in the first one I cried. - Anonymous - Jun-10-2008   

This is a most wonderous story, loved it from begining to end. - Shaz - Jun-11-2008   

Great story, you need to read this one. This is one of those stories that keep reading all night. - Anonymous - Jun-12-2008   

Great story...I love the story line...keep it going...I would never get bored reading more of these characters. - Maismore - Jun-12-2008   

Fantastic! love the first part of this trilogy and this one even more.







1 - Christi - Jun-14-2008   

This is a wonderful story. I couldn't stop reading. I hope there will be more. - Anonymous - Jun-15-2008   

Love...tell me again what it is. What would you give up. I admit I hate people just dropping by or yelling, "pick up I know you're there" into my answering machine. My alone time is rare and precious so I understand Laurens need for control and privacy. Would I give it up for love? Serious thought needed here. Alexa's grandmother Lara was hesitant as was Lauren. I guess you really have to be born into the clap trap extravagant pomp and circumstance of royalty to understand. Great Sunday afternoon read. - Anonymous - Jun-15-2008   

Loved this as much as the first one! Great story! I've enjoyed alot of this author's work. - Anonymous - Jun-16-2008   

Great Story! Love the alternative history in this story...Keep the story line going.....Add another story to the Washington Line. - M - Jun-20-2008   

AAHHH!! I could just scream right now! This stories is one of the best that I've read. I LOVE this! I'll admit, I'm not sure about how I felt about the first story because I don't like sad endings, but this surely made up for it - and more! - lady.afrodite - Oct-14-2008   

I have loved the first , i simply adore the second. let's just say that you will be holding your breath... happy ending or not?
MUST read - manureva - Oct-19-2008   

Great story...love the alternate history. Would like to read more stories about the Washington line.

M. - Maismore - Dec-22-2008   

WOW...this author knows how to write about love...another lovely story... - bluebutterfly - Aug-25-2010   

nice story.. like the way the story unfolds.. best out of the three.. - xtra dog - Sep-22-2011   

I gave it an 8 because I love the story, but the lack of use of contractions, especially in speech can be distracting. - Anonymous - Jul-21-2013   

JUMPING UP AND DOWN IN JOY WOOOOOO HOOO FINALLY A NEW LARISA FIC. ALL YOU LARISA FANS OUT THERE WHATCHA WAITING FOR GO READ IT!!!!!!! I'M GOING TO RIGHT NOW.... - Anonymous - Apr-06-2009   

Yay Larisa's back!!! excellent story loved the interactions - Anonymous - Apr-06-2009   

I am going on vacation. Larisa is going with me, well her new story is. I have missed you Larisa. Thank you for coming back to us. I can say now this is the best vacation I'll ever have, because "She" is BACK!! Thank You Larisa! Let the fun begin again! - Scotti - Apr-06-2009   

WooHoo!!! The Mistress of Mayhem is back to tickle the funny bones.
- Rae - Apr-07-2009   

fantastic, so glad your back Larisa, I love your stories. Please do some more and will you bring back some of you're other characters. brilliant - pippinfluff - Apr-07-2009   

Can't get enough!

Luv your stories. - Anonymous - Apr-07-2009   

Thanks Larisa. I always enjoy the way you spin a story. Loves these characters. Will there be a sequel? Hope so. - rleef - Apr-07-2009   

HOORAY!!! SHE'S BACK!!! YOUR STORIES ARE THE BEST!!! AWESOME!!! KEEP THEM COMING!!! - Anonymous - Apr-07-2009   

OMG, this one was great!! I'm very sorry to see whtat you don't seem to want personal kudos however it's more than great to have you back!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Thorie - Apr-07-2009   

Oooh Myyyy Godddd... Larisa thankyou soo much for coming back.. No matter what mood i'm in you always make me laugh.. So glad that you are posting again can't wait for you next story this one way great.... - Shaz - Apr-07-2009   

Hope this story means that Larisa will be writing more frequently! Great story, everything you expect in a Larixa fic and more. - Madison Leigh - Apr-08-2009   

My God!! Larisa is back!!!

Larisa's stories have given me so much fun, solace, pleasure, entertainment, laughter and laughter, adventure, anguish to joy--joy to anguish and back and forth through intense emotions, and so many wild journeys over the years. I read and reread Larisa's extraordinary gems again and again. I JUST LOVE HER.

Thank you so much, Larisa, for sharing your specialness with us again. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. - Discreet Mage - Apr-08-2009   

biliant fantastic - Anonymous - Apr-08-2009   

omg you're finally back and with an awesome tale to boot! - Anonymous - Apr-08-2009   

LARISA IS BACK AND ALL IS RIGHT IN THE UNIVERSE, FINALLY. You have been missed. Please say there is more stories to come. - Linda - Apr-09-2009   

Wooooo Hoooooo she's back - Anonymous - Apr-09-2009   

Welcome back we missed you!!!!!. - rosii59 - Apr-09-2009   

Wonderful author, she sure can spin a story...if she published I would buy all her stories...Keep up the good work :-) - Maismore - Apr-09-2009   

My favorite author's back!!!!! - Anonymous - Apr-09-2009   

Thank you Larisa for making my year! I can't tell you how much your return to the Uber world means to me and everyone who enjoys quirky characters with equally odd names doing mostly blue collar laborous jobs which make the humor even funnier for those of us not into that whole executive lifestyle. Great comeback story. Loved it!!! Hope to see more of your talent soon. - dez - Apr-09-2009   

Ohhhhhhh yes she back and bad as ever, i missed you.
Love all your fics this one is of your usual high caliber.
Would you be offended if I said keep them coming pretty please - Laura - Apr-10-2009   

She's back and as awesome as ever. - Julie - Apr-10-2009   

Finally a new story from Larisa! It is just as great as all the rest! Glad you are back and please say there will be more! - Charlie13 - Apr-12-2009   

She's back! I can't find the words to express how glad that makes me. Kicking and Screaming is a fantastic story written by a fantastic story teller. Thank you Larisa, for this story and so much more. - PR - Apr-12-2009   

Finally! Welcome back! *doing a happy dance* - Archer - May-04-2009   

I see a rainbow...hurrayyyyyy...
I have all Larisa's stories in my cellphone so I can read it whenever wherever I want. - D - Aug-22-2009   

Nice. Good entertainment. - Millie D'Cast - Dec-07-2009   

OMG!!!!! A MUST READ AND AS ALWAYS ITS HILARIOUS!!! GIMME MORE!!!! PLZ!!!! - Trystan - Feb-22-2010   

what story !! with humor !! larisa is back !! - oona24 - Jun-19-2010   

Loved this story. great read very funny - Anonymous - Jun-22-2011   

omg funny story...=))=))=)),,Probably some blonde bimbo with huge tits and zero talent like Pamela Sue Anderson''=))=))=)) nicely done larisa - braniac - Dec-01-2011   

I likedthis short story, it was somewhat different from Larisa's other writings which was a nice change of pace, the two main characters were well mathched, the humor is still there but it was not over the top. - mutt - Dec-30-2011   

Great!! - Anonymous - Jan-29-2012   

Another enjoyable read. Can't wait to read more. - hollyhwrites - Aug-28-2012   

Another great story from the bard of humor and romance. Rarely does a story make you laugh, roll your eyes, growl under your breath and then laugh again. Fantastic story. - Stacia - Mar-26-2014   

Very nicely written piece with great pacing. A familiar storyline with engaging characters. - Anonymous - May-11-2009   

I loved it!! Good story, good romance brimming with sensuality, Please again made history with these physical characteristics (Big, dark blue eyes and small, blonde eyes green / blue and psychic (the lowest is not what one believes) Bravo!!

French reader ARCHANGE ;o)) - Archangel - Oct-01-2009   

Very good read...READ IT! - Anonymous - Oct-03-2009   

i love me some dilbert underwear... very nice story. - kc - Aug-09-2010   

Great story wish it could have been longer - JettBlk - Sep-21-2010   

Great read!! Would love a lil sequel, just to see if they can come up with some more fun ;) - lyneX - Oct-24-2010   

Nicely done. Great job. - sassy123 - Nov-08-2010   

Really good job! I just loved the characters... good development, and VERY good ending ;) The story could have been longer though - yuka - Dec-15-2010   

I really enjoyed this story. I liked the characters and their easy interaction. Recommended. - Lyn B - Feb-26-2011   

Totally awesome! And sweet! - estillore - Feb-27-2011   

Great story !! Loved it. This is a fantastic author. Highly recommended. - Anonymous - Mar-13-2011   

can't believe i missed this story. sweet and short. - crv - Mar-19-2011   

Lovely story. - Silver - Mar-26-2011   

A really enjoyable read. I loved this story! - Ricky - Mar-12-2012   

Got my heart beating fast!! My god this story was HOTTT! - Statics - May-27-2012   

beautiful story...to bad it ended... - braniac - Aug-09-2012   

Excellent author. Recommend allher stories! - colorado fan - Apr-06-2014   

I look forward to a sequel! Following the dance theme......
chicken dance! - Anonymous - Dec-21-2009   

This is a great story. The details in the scenes take the reader "there." It is easy to get into the story and follow it to its "climax." Overall a great story. Looking for more. - Lee - Dec-28-2009   

Great short story! Looking forward to another from this writer. - Alex Tryst - Jan-14-2010   

What a wonderful story. Left me wanting more on these intriguing characters.
Hopefully they and your 'muse' are inspiring you to write more on them. I for
one would definitely look forward towards it.
- Christ - Jan-15-2010   

I enjoyed the story very much.I loved characters>. I thought Julia and Clay`s interaction was sweet.The story was different.

- Nancy G. - Jan-15-2010   

The characters are well written, loved the interaction between the office workers, found them funny and true to life.
Can't wait to read the next installment, so come on girl get to it!! - Kerry Mcnair - Jan-23-2010   

Lovely piece, but it definitely needs a sequel - there is SO much more of this story waiting to be told... - Anonymous - Jan-23-2010   

I enjoyed this story very much and can't wait to read more!! The story was descriptive and moved smoothly! Well done!! It was too short!! =) - Pixieydust - Feb-01-2010   

love this story readit youwill love it - ebby - Jul-21-2011   

this story is awesome amazing hot and out of this world. Shea k has done it again - sandy - Aug-23-2012   

**** SPOILER ALERT ****

Great new story Shea K. I really enjoyed your description of the many issues around befriending a straight married woman, falling in love and her "conversion" to a loving lesbian partner - CoolNik - Aug-29-2012   

What a great story. I totally enjoyed it - sassy123 - Sep-03-2012   

Nice read ... - Ricky - Oct-01-2012   

Amazing story have to say this is well worth reading I enjoyed it so much well done with this xxx - SD - Jul-20-2015   

Fantastic story really keeps you reading well done great job - Anonymous - Jan-05-2016   

Fantastic story really keeps you reading well done great job - Anonymous - Jan-05-2016   

Fantastic story for anyone who wants to know what "the dark and the wild and the different" know. Captivating, sensual, thrilling, and oh so hot.... if you like leather, industrial music, and intelligent writing this one is an absolute must. Oh, and be prepared to stay up all night if you start reading the series! This is definitely one of the works in fanfiction I'd like to see published. - Anonymous - Apr 18th, 2005   

these stories were excellent but the links don't work anymore. is there any other place to find these stories? [Editor's Note: The Links have been fixed.] - poeticvamp - Jan-11-2008   

From time to time I come back and reread Penumbra's stories. And every time is as enjoyable as the first read.
Great stories and great author! - filfil - Jan-11-2008   

wow i'm in love! a whole new world opened to me in these series, who knew huh :) thank you! - Kat - Jan-19-2008   

Explicit in all the right ways. Not for everyone, but if you enjoy what's in the disclaimer you're going to love this story. - Ape - Mar-05-2008   

This unique series is excellent. It reads outside the box and I love that. I've read, several times, everything Penumbra has written and grieve that she has disappeared from the web. Where are you, girl? We miss you. - calabria - Mar-07-2008   

This series are my all time favs. I love these characters and all that makes them who they are. I have kept these stories and have gone back to them a few times. It's a very hot and steamy set A+++ to the writer...I wish she'd come back to write more. - Lea Ann - Mar-10-2009   

link is broken Q_Q - Seaweed - Apr-03-2011   

you can try this link. it's still working.
http://www.academyofbards.org/cousinliz/fanfic/penumbra_tkahtwi%281%29.html - Anonymous - May-15-2011   

You will find working links to the Kinksserie here http://web.archive.org/web/20080716110822/http://xenafiction.net/styles/athenaeum_deepblue/author_pages/penumbra.html - Anonymous - Jun-07-2011   

This series is great. Very entertaining and interesting along with the 'who-dun-it' aspect. Well worth taking the time to read all of them. - Georgia - Sep-16-2013   

No matter how many times I read this series, I still find it interesting and enjoyable. *Two Thumbs Up* - Kugai - Dec-04-2013   

The beauty of this series is that it's not kinky for the purpose of getting you off (not that I avoid those stories, mind ;) ) but it's simply set in the world of kink. It's an introduction into a whole world and way of living. I'd say it's a romance first, a mystery second, and a sex story third. Read it, you might broaden your horizons at the best and at the least indulge yourself in a delightfully well written bit of escapism.
- An old fan - Jul-23-2014   

LOL! I love this story! Bet everyone wishes they could have that dream. Must read! - Amy Murphy - Sep 8th, 2002   

very well done, thank you! - Anonymous - Apr-26-2010   

This was pretty funny and awesome... Loved it... - ilbx - Aug-16-2012   

Delightful to read a tale in which, for once, it is XENA who gets some "attention" in a love scene. (I swear I was about to start the Equal Orgasms for the Warrior Princess Society.) Very nice progression to the story. Well-written. SPOILERS AHEAD: I love that the Amazons (except Ephiny) think Xe and Gab are lovers and Gab doesn't feel the need to correct that misapprehension--and that one of them at least seems to take Xena's side on the presumed issue. Nice to see one of those warriors identify more with Xena than Gabrielle since, after all, they would have more in common with Xena. This would be a 10 on the Spice Index for me if only there'd been a little more time spent on the climactic (haha) scene and on description of Xena's responses. - TrekInTandem - Jul-09-2014   

Don't start reading in the evening! - Anonymous - Aug-18-2009   

Love, Love this series, do not miss this. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Another one of the Seasons series. I just loved everthing about it and I'm sure you will too. Anne Azel is a very talented author and I have thoroughly enjoyed everything I have read of hers. - uber goober - May-03-2010   

Falling in love with the series! thanks anne! - crv - May-09-2010   

Excellent story. Very well written. Funny, poignant, romantic. The story has great characters that are realistic and human. I really enjoy reading these stories. Recommended. - Lyn B - Jul-29-2011   

***SPOILER ALERT***
quite the unconventional wedding night they spent.. but it makes me fall in love with this series that much harder.. - xtra dog - May-16-2015   

Her writing and characters are so very realistic that you don't just read Anne's stories...you live them!! You should start with the "Seasons series" as you meet Alberta Pateas towards the end. What's even better is you get to read about Robbie and Janet in the "Murder series" also. It's great how she weaves all her characters in and out of each story. - Chris L. - Sep 13th, 2002   

Dont forget to read this one, great series. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Great Author and as always from Ms.Azel a wonderful story. - uber goober - May-12-2010   

so glad to pick up the story of Alberta. Love this author and the tales she weaves. Thank you for the hours of enjoyment you provide. - Anonymous - May-14-2010   

i knew i liked alberta.. - xtra dog - May-17-2015   

The first, a world away and the second in the series, Conqueror of the Conqueror where well written, great plots and just fun. I loved the way Red Hope weaved the actual series results in with her story.
I know time has passed - but a sequel would be wonderful! - KTM - Jun-28-2009   

I hope the author writes a sequel! This is an awesome story/series!! - Anonymous - Jul-03-2009   

big fan of almost any type of xwp conqueror story, so when i read this i fell in love with the genre all over again...love must read for anyone - Anonymous - Apr-12-2011   

Fantastic storyn i have read it twice nown - Amanda - Jan-07-2012   

second time i've read this story.. don't know why i didn't comment first time around.. anyways, i liked the story..

****SPOILER ALERT**** i just expected there would be more hiccups, since callisto and velasca were in the picture.. and i would have really loved reading gabrielle's reaction to eve's name dropping.. - xtra dog - Jul-17-2014   

Dark but captivating. This is one of the first stories I read by S. Anne Gardner. I have read it many times over and never tire of it. It has many surprises in it. For those of you who love the twist and turns in a story, this is a must read. - Anonymous - May 26th, 2003   

Written by the Queen of twisted. I reread this story again for the upteenth time since S. Anne Gardner wrote it and want to tell all of you to read it. - Anonymous - May 26th, 2003   

Totally absorbing. It reads like a fantastic mystery, but the horror is that in the end it is real. Kuddos to S. Anne Gardner. Number one Bard - Kittygreen - May 26th, 2003   

I just had to read this story after everything I heard about it. All good. I know this is one of the best mystery stories written by a writer. By the way, I plan on reading all this authors stories. - Jane - May 28th, 2003   

Jammed with the tensions of imminent disaster. The whole thing unfolds with the timing of a quartz watch. - popadopalous - May 28th, 2003   

S. Anne Gardner combines suspense with romance. Wonderful story. - Anonymous - May 29th, 2003   

I had to read it. There are lots of surprises in this story. I thought I had it figured out but I was wrong. This story is written with lots of surprises. - Sally - May 30th, 2003   

A love story with a twist. I liked all the places Ms. Gardner took us to in this story. I am amazed how she wove so many story lines and brought them together to gives us a surprise ending. Very well done. - Felicity146 - Jul 28th, 2003   

OMG i love this story,it was great,all the different things that happened. i luv ya anne ,this is now 1 of my favourite stories ever.keep writing more like this.xxx - louise - Apr 7th, 2005   

Dark but captivating. Absolution will keep you reading until the last word. It is so refreshing to read a story that isn't all rainbows and sunshine. To read a story which forces you to feel the hope, happiness, and pain of the characters as if it were your own. Well done. - cassie - Jan 1st, 2006   

This is such an amazing story, the twists and romance keeps you so captivated that you just can't stop reading. It is so different than the other stories that I have read in a long time. This is my first S. Anne Gardner story, and I am sure to read every one that I can get my hands on. Extraordinary!!! - Joanne - Aug-27-2006   

I read this one a while ago. It's exactly as the description says "madness, passion and love". Literally.
But a very good reading. - Mile D'Cast - May-30-2007   

This was dark and captivating from beginning to end. - purplehawke - Jul-11-2008   

I HAVE READ IT 5 TIMES. STILL IT WAS SAME FEELING I GOT WHEN READ IT HE FIRST TIME. TIMELESS CLASSIC. TORTUTERED LOVE ROCKS!!!!!!!! - hellraizer77 - Aug-13-2009   

ANNALEIs STAMP OF APPROVAL - One cannot go wrong reading ANYTHING from this author. - Anna Lei - Oct-13-2009   

This story is great, I loved it. Thanks Anne Gardner for the great read. - Anonymous - Jun-09-2010   

I have read all of her stories that are posted on this site...WOW! I recommend!!! Read, Read, Read... - bluebutterfly - Oct-24-2010   

this is the second story i have read by this author.. however different both were, there were also similarities.. the madness part i had figured out quite rapidly, but the passion and love part were still worth reading the story.. the ending has a little mystery in itself.. the last sentence keeps you thinking about the rest of the story.. very nice read.. - xtra dog - Dec-06-2011   

A lot of "What in the.." moments, but undoubtedly a good read. Kept me from going to bed early for work, couldn't sleep without knowing how it ended. Darn you S. Anne Gardner :P - Lisa Jane - May-04-2012   

Kind of dark but good keep you wanting to know what's the protagonist past and truth. Impresive how the author choose to seal the char fate. - Lara0315 - Mar-24-2013   

I really liked this follow up story to "Eye of the Needle". Both stories were well writen and very entertaining. - uber goober - Jun-22-2010   

So far I've loved every story I've read by Annemaart. That being said, Mutiny is one of my personal favorites. I re-visiting Lara and Catherine over and over again. It never gets old. - Hillsys Stalker - Nov-11-2010   

nice sequel.. some fights, some romance and a good dose of humour.. - xtra dog - Nov-06-2011   

great story, vampires never looked this good - ailidh - Apr-16-2008   

Excellent!!!! Highly recommend this story - rosii59 - Mar-17-2009   

Wow! Great series, very well written with an interesting storyline and characters who have a diverse range of personalitities and very real issues. A must read imo. - Angie - Aug-09-2011   

Ok, I do not know WHY more people haven't read this series! For all those who love a good western, this story and all in the series is just what you are looking for. Read it read it read it! - ILoveUbers - May-04-2009   

another great sequel with KC, Jesse & Jennifer ... if you happen to like Western & Montana here goes - Anonymous - Oct-25-2009   

Nice sequel in the Sweetwater saga. For others trying to follow, I had to go to Mickey's website to continue as the link for Chapter 3 here didn't work. Mickey is a fantastic author. I have enjoyed this western saga. Great characters. - Anonymous - Sep-09-2010   

broken link to part 3 :-( - Anonymous - Aug-11-2011   

Great. - Silver - Aug-13-2011   

This installment had me scratching my head a few times - Jesse and Jennifer never seem to get a break. This might not be for everyone but those looking for a sweet love story without couple angst, this is one for you. - Stacia - Jan-18-2013   

A great series altogether. This part seemed to me like it could have been expanded on in some areas and fleshed out to be a little longer, but still a good tale and worth taking the time to read. - ubergoober - Jun-11-2015   

Great start! Hope to see it finished soon! - Bacchuskiller - Apr-20-2008   

I really liked this beginning and hope that the author hurries with the rest of the story!! Can't wait!! - Anonymous - Apr-29-2008   

OMG!! Loved this beginning! I'm totally stoked about what's to come! - Potterfreak - May-03-2008   

This story was amazing. The characters seem very real. It was bit short though, I would've ;loved for it to go on a little longer. Being a huge Harry Potter fan, reading this was a treat because it provided some new insight. - -S - May-26-2009   

more please... go on it great so far... - Anonymous - Nov-23-2009   

Loved it! - Anonymous - Feb-21-2009   

great. please more. - Anonymous - Feb-26-2009   

This is a great story! I've read it twice. Not surexwhy it doesn't have heaps of ratings. Read it! You won't be sorry. - Lea Ann - Jun-18-2009   

I think this is an excellent story and completely agree it should have more recommendations and I would definitely ask for a sequel to this one. - RenegadeWolf - Jun-29-2009   

I really enjoyed this. A fun gd read. - Dianna Bryab - Sep-18-2009   

Great story! Great characterizations , romance, and suspense! This is one great piece of work! I would love a sequel! - Anonymous - Oct-03-2009   

Excellent story - Anonymous - Oct-05-2009   

Excellent would like more - Anonymous - Oct-07-2009   

Interesting and addictive, I love this futuristic tale! I was left wanting more but I guess that's a always a good sign! - Xenasgrrl - Oct-13-2009   

Captivating. - Toni - Oct-14-2009   

Very enjoyable. - Silver - Jun-27-2010   

If you haven't read this one yet then curl up with it now!! You won't be disappointed! - JC - Jul-18-2010   

This is a grand adventure. Curl up and read this one - it had me on the edge of my seat. And, wishing for more adventures. Sequel PLEASE !! - Anonymous - Jul-20-2010   

I'm not much into furturistic, but anything by t.novan is great, so I had to read. I was not dissapointed. I loved it. Beg's for a sequal. - cpo - Sep-12-2010   

If you're looking for a good sci-fi story, this is it. - Anonymous - Oct-11-2010   

great read, would like to see more - soopi - Apr-29-2014   

This is a great story really enjoyed it so much would love a sequel to it . That says a lot for me because I am not that big on this type of story but this one got me hooked . Well done great job xx - SD - Aug-30-2015   

If the links at the end of each chapter worked, this wonderful story would have many ratings. To all those who found each chapter by changing the URLs, more power to you! Read this!

- Louisa - Jul-08-2017   

Saw the recommendation and dived in. Enjoyed the sci-fi novel. Good read. As others have noted. Would liked the ending to have been longer. - colorado fan - Jul-16-2017   

Love the story so far and can't wait until the next part is posted! - Anonymous - Jun-09-2011   

Great story. Hope it continues. - Sarah - Jun-18-2011   

Great story! Looking for more.... pleeaasee :-) - Anonymous - Aug-10-2012   

I totally enjoyed this story. Great job. - sassy123 - Nov-29-2010   

I was recommended this by my other half and it's a great 'little' story. We both agree that Uber X is one of the most lovely, goofy and honest ones we've read. - sapphie - Jan 7th, 2004   

Creme has a sweet understated way with romance. This is a funny, quirky first person pining for the girl she finally gets. Great read. - E - Jan 8th, 2004   

This is a fantastic story, it has a sequel availbale on Creme Brulees website, which I haven't bookmarked for some unexplainable reason! You'll just have to go find it urselves. :) - Stephanie - Jan 11th, 2004   

Amusing and sweet - S - Oct-18-2010   

Sweet story. I enjoyed the characters interactions and look forward to reading sequel. - Lyn B - Feb-10-2011   

cute and sweet and relatively nutty.. - xtra dog - Nov-20-2011   

Cute short story. - Ricky - Mar-28-2012   

Loved it. A real joy to read - Anonymous - Apr-27-2014   

This is a great story that I highly recommend to anyone who loves to read. The whole series is VERY well written and if you haven't read them do so, you will be in for a treat. - Wannetta Wilson - Dec 27th, 2005   

Ok, I do not know WHY more people haven't read this series! For all those who love a good western, this story and all in the series is just what you are looking for. Read it read it read it! - ILoveUbers - May-04-2009   

Nice, well done story - Anonymous - Oct-25-2009   

What a fun story. Thank goodness woman have come a long way from these types of situations. Excellent author, engaging story, compelling characters and nasty bad guys. Read it - you will enjoy this series by Mickey. - Anonymous - Sep-08-2010   

What a terrific story. Great job - sassy123 - May-12-2011   

start of a great series. This story is finished and so are the next in the series. if you like the old West, this series is for you. - Silver - Aug-13-2011   

link broken - Anonymous - Mar-18-2012   

Strong start to a fantastic series. If you like stories where the girl gets the girl, with a bit of drama thrown in but ultimately everything works out, this series is for you. - Stacia - Jan-18-2013   

I've never really been into Uber...that was before stumbling upon L.A.'s works. I fell in love with the Sara/Chloe series. It was inventive, witty, and poignant...all the things I think great stories should be. The real-life character studies, imbued with just the right amount of humor, had me thinking long after I finished the tales. I'm glad that you feature her (pardon the assumption) works, and thanks for the link to her website. - cyndyn - Mar 13th, 2004   

Read part one and nearly spewed 15 year old single malted Scotch across the room. The audition scene is too hilarious for words! - sospicee - Mar 31st, 2004   

what a wonderfully told story a must read for anyone who wants to laugh and cry all in the matter of minutes i loved it and im sure you will i loved the bull head it was awesome - tracy - Dec 5th, 2004   

one the best fic i have ever read, i don't re-read stories. but i have gone back again and again to this story. - d - Mar-29-2008   

Wonderful story, beautifully written, funny, great characters, touching.....just read it. You'll love it! - Ka - Apr-02-2008   

On April 3rd. there was a recommendation for this really wonderful story, but is not X:WP. It is Original/Alt/Novel... By the way this is one of my all times favorite. Momt - Apr 05-2008 - Momt - Apr-05-2008   

Fantastic story. Fantastic characters. One of my all time favourite ubers out there. Seriously, read it. - Ape - Apr-07-2008   

I LOVED it!!! You really need to read this book!!! - poisen ivy - Feb-23-2009   

This quite possibly the best uber I have read. It's funny, literate, has wonderful characters that are realistically engaging and truly sparkling dialog. It is so good that it's hard to believe that it was the author's first attempt at writing a long fiction. And better still, it has an equally good sequel, The Inside Out. (I do rather wonder at the description as Ancient (sic) and Adventure). - dag - Feb-24-2009   

Probably the funniest fanfic I have ever read, this story had me laughing out loud at times. In addition to the comedy, however, are a great group of characters and an engaging love story. - LFFx1975 - Apr-01-2009   

Hard to believe this is a first-time author. Brava! - offhermeds - Apr-08-2009   

I love this series...if you haven't read it, it's a must! - Anonymous - Oct-09-2009   

One of the best pieces of FF around! I love the characterizations and the humor! Great read! Would love for this author to put out more stories! - Anonymous - Mar-20-2010   

This romance is an absolute must read. - Josje - Dec-05-2010   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Apr-11-2011   

I LOVE Marcy! - Anna Lei - Jun-19-2011   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Feb-01-2013   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Feb-01-2013   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Feb-01-2013   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Feb-01-2013   

Loved this story took a while to get into it but once you do it is a good read lots of laughs . Sequel is good to xx - SD - Aug-26-2015   

You did it again Lady J. This story is very humorous and entertaining. I'm looking forward to the next part. - Windsong - Jan 20th, 2004   

All I can say is.....More Please - A. Noni Mouse - Jan 23rd, 2004   

This is a wonderful start. I love the humorous portrayal of corporate life. - Lisa - Jan 28th, 2004   

Loved it, when will we see more? - Rhea - Feb 5th, 2004   

This story is so great. I can't wait till the next part. You have done one fanatic job on it Lady J. - Debbie Dee - Mar 2nd, 2004   

Excellent. - Teri - Mar 2nd, 2004   

What a great surprise this morning to see part 2 of Business Trip. One thing I can honestly say is I hope it does not end in part 3. - Judi - Mar 3rd, 2004   

OMG! This is so funny and so real to life! You've captured office politics with style. I love the characters and I hope we'll get to see more of them in the future! Go Lady J! - Kaia - Mar 4th, 2004   

I laughed till I cried. Who are you and how do you know me? Great job Lady J. - Denise - Mar 5th, 2004   

Please don't end it in part three. - Anonymous - Mar 11th, 2004   

This story is so great I can't wait to read more. Your doing a great job on it Lady J - Debbie Dee - Apr 30th, 2004   

Lady J, you have a wonderful style of writing. I can't believe I laughed out loud but I did. I love this story, more please. - Jenny - May 6th, 2004   

Great story. Looking forward to more of it. I like that the characters are real people with imperfections, fears, aspirations, and needs...in other words, human. I also appreciate the more mature age of the main characters. As mentioned by other readers, the humor and writing style are excellent. Now if I can just be patient until I find out what happens next.... - Debbie - May 10th, 2004   

More please. The story is excellent. - White Wolf - May 17th, 2004   

WELCOME BACK BUSINESS TRIP....this has got to be the funniest down to earth piece ever. I absolutely love this please please please update soon. - Lee - Oct 20th, 2005   

Very wonderful story. A real gem worth finding. - Steff - Oct 31st, 2005   

I just came across this story and was glad I did. I was pleasantly surprised first by the clever mixture of comedy and real life situations. Next how well written this story is. And lastly that this story is about more mature women with children. Thank you Lady J well done and I look forward to your next installment. - Diane - Nov 10th, 2005   

Loved every single word. - Danni - Nov 14th, 2005   

Truly wonderful story. Please continue!!!! - Anonymous - Nov 27th, 2005   

I just found this wonderful story and can't wait for more. Amazing and very very funny. Found myself laughing out loud. - Wendi - Dec 26th, 2005   

AMAZING STORY. A must read. - Wendy - Jan 25th, 2006   

More please. - Gina - Feb 9th, 2006   

I thought I had read all the number #1s but obviously some how I missed this one. Outstanding Job Lady J, just simply outstanding. Waiting eagerly for more. - Connie - Feb 17th, 2006   

wonderful story please please keep writing, finish it, i can't wait - arly - Mar-07-2006   

More please now. - Clair - Mar-07-2006   

Wow. This story is a must read. - LJ - Mar-11-2006   

I really really enjoyed this story. - Justine - Mar-30-2006   

I stayed up all night reading this one. I just couldn't put it down. Wonderful story so far, can't wait for the next installment. - Rita - Jul-10-2006   

I love this story so much. It is so, 3D for lack of another way to word it, that I feel like I'm having coffee with Kara in the breakroom and just talking. Kara feels like the type of friend anyone would love to have. - Donna - Jul-11-2006   

Lady J, this has to be one of the best stories I have read in a very long while. It is truely amazing. I am very much looking forward to the next chapter. Thanks for sharing. - Zewm - Jul-13-2006   

Lady J, thank you so much for writing a story that features beautiful, vibrant, more mature women. Also thank you for showing that love and change can come to one at any age. - Lois - Jul-21-2006   

By blending humor, intrigue, and real life situations you have written a truly wonderful story. You have a marvelous talent weaving a tale that is thoroughly entertaining. Thank you for sharing this gift with us. - Tammy - Jul-27-2006   

Good story. Love the direction its headed. Still waiting for it to continue. It will continue, right? - Anonymous - Aug-17-2006   

Is it just me, but I can't find part 6. Thanks - Anonymous - Sep-07-2006   

This story has been wonderful. It's down to earth and realistic which I love. It also has some of the most humerous moments in it that had me laughing not only out loud but to the point tears were running down my face. I have heard that this little novella is finished, where is the rest? I am dying to see how this ends and even though I don't want to see the end of these two I am hoping that there will be more. Lady J you have done a phenominal job with this one and I personally want to see more. - Pam - Sep-11-2006   

Lady J, what a wonderful and powerful story. I have been waiting for you to complete Business Trip before I read it. I couldn't put it down. You have built a realistic day to day world and peopled it with 3d characters. By the end I felt as if I knew everyone personally. The plot was well thought out and the humor was amazing. I laughed out loud more than once. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent. - Sarah - Oct-09-2006   

Fabulous. The whole thing from beginning to end was just fabulous. Please tell me there will be a sequel soon. - White Wolf - Oct-09-2006   

Please tell me there is a sequal on the way. - Anonymous - Oct-10-2006   

Business trip was so worth the wait. Wonderful, funny,and romantic. - Linda - Oct-11-2006   

This was a great read, but PLEASE Lady J write an epilogue or a sequel.
Draco - Draco - Oct-12-2006   

I caught up with this at the weekend. Great story fantastically told. Please can we have a sequel? - gillian - Oct-16-2006   

Loved every page. - Christy - Oct-18-2006   

Reading this story was a pleasure. - Tina M. - Oct-26-2006   

I had been waiting for this story to be finished and to my surprise it is finished. I have one thing to say about Business Trip......it was worth the wait. Even though I would have loved the happily ever after type of ending, Lady J, you ended it with a realism of everyday life. Wonderful job. - Vickey - Dec-13-2006   

Your story is a breath of fresh air. It is well written with interesting and endearing characters. The humor is delightful. Thank you for the great read. - Joani - Apr-03-2007   

Totally Captivating. - Barbara - Apr-18-2007   

I can't remember when I have laughed so much. When will we see more of these ladies? - Michelle - May-06-2007   

This was one of the most hilarious, riveting stories I've read in a long time...I'm so enthralled with the characters..please tell me there is a sequel!?! - Karrie - Jun-12-2007   

It's taken me awhile to get to this one but WOW. This story is amazing. A wonderful mingling of comedy and serious moments. Every situation and scene flowed smoothly. I was sorry when I came to THE END. - Val - Aug-08-2007   

I've been out of the loop for awhile, didn't know this story was finally finished. I have just one thing to say...EXCELLENT!!! - Anonymous - Aug-14-2007   


Wonderful story. - andrea - Aug-21-2007   

I have to say that this was a very good story. I hope there is a sequel in the works. - M. Roberts - Dec-20-2007   

Arghhh, please, we need to know how this ends, we need a sequel to this story. Its brilliant. - Luvtigger71 - Dec-30-2007   

great story, everybody should read it. - dalila - Jan-04-2008   

I just loved this story. The humor was insane and well written. I want more. - Tammi - Jul-07-2008   

i was brooding all day when i finished "Business Trip", didn't want it to end man. it was sooo good. really funny and real and sweet and...everything else that's good!
- Stacey - Jul-14-2008   

Great read. Await more of your work. - Lee - Jul-14-2008   

Lovely story of a middle aged woman, who is a widow, who falls for her gorgeous boss. I want a sequel!!! The end left me wanting for more, including more love-making!!!! - Anonymous - Jul-16-2008   

Lady J I have not read any of your stories before this moment and what a wonderful refreshing surprise your story is. It is a wonderful blend of humor, drama and real life scenarios. I couldn't put it down and I didn't. I loved this. - Jennifer - Jul-20-2008   

Terrific story Lady J. I would really enjoy seeing this story continue for say another couple hundred pages! Great job and thanks for sharing. - Nancy - Jul-21-2008   

Exceptional description of office politics and relationships. This story is most definitely worthy of a sequel.
Fantastic read, great entertainment. This has become one of my favourite stories. Thanks Lady J.
- aj - Jul-27-2008   

OMG!!!!! When is there going to be a sequel?????? I soooo loved this story. So many questions left and no answer? We need a sequel! I love this story! - Meg - Aug-07-2008   

I really enjoyable story, was i started it i couldn't put it down! It most definetly requires a sequel! please give us one. - XF - Dec-14-2008   

Kara a middle aged widowed housewife with three kids was given, against her will, the Jamestown project. Something which is very high profile, just what she doesn't want. She is forced to work with the Dragon Lady' the head VP on the project. Soon she learns that the Dragon Lady might just be what she was looking for. This story has great characters, a mysterious plot, and humor. What more could you want? - Amanda - Jan-01-2009   

Oh My God,this is absolutely incredible !! Funny,sweet,romantic.... wonderful ! - Manuela - Jan-17-2009   

A wonderfully funny love story, but the unresolved ending leaves it in *serious* need of a sequel. - Anonymous - Sep-20-2009   

I'm new to the Atheneaum and I have enjoyed many of the stories that are here but Business Trip, for me, is something very, very special. I loved it. It will be one of the stories I will read over and over again. - Jill - Oct-04-2009   

Amazing and well written. - Anonymous - Oct-10-2009   

More Please, Please, Pretty Please. - Toni - Oct-14-2009   

All I have to say about this story is ......WHERE IS MORE...You can't just leave me hanging at the airport - Cindy - Oct-15-2009   

I hate you so much right now! Argh! Please, I'm begging you! Give us more of this wonderful tale! We want more of Jac, Kara, and Patty. - xivren - Dec-11-2009   

Fanastic, would love a sequel - Chris - Dec-22-2009   

This is a great story with an ending that just begs for a sequel. So many questions left unanswered. Please put the sequel on your to do list. Thanks for a wonderful read. - Sherry - Feb-07-2010   

Loved this story!!! Would like to hear Jac's side in sequel - Traveller - Feb-19-2010   

What an excellent story. I loved the way told it from Kara's point of view. You are a very talented writer. For all those looking for a great read - you've found it!! Lady J - you left us hanging, their story begging that you continue this journey. How does their love story end? Please continue. - x/g fanfic fanatic - Jun-03-2010   

This is a wonderful story. Everything is great. - Tonya - Feb-01-2011   

Wow. I have read a good number of stories here on Athenaeum, and this ranks way up there in my Top 5. Everything about it is so just right...very interesting, well-fleshed out characters, great dialogue, wonderful supporting characters, realistic scenarios and conflicts, and all of them resulting in a very entertaining piece of romantic fiction. You should definitely be published. Unfortunately, being a hopeless romantic, my only gripe about this story is the ending. We can all use a sequel, or if that's too much to hope for, considering how many years its been, then maybe an epilogue to give us some closure. Does anyone know if the author had this novel published?

- OMG - May-09-2011   

a wonderful story. but pls do finish the sequel. pls. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011   

Great story! I laughed SO much, especially during chapter 10, and the response to the boxer question; "Put your cell phone on vibrate and stick it in there&." The story was well-rounded and full of depth&.just perfect, but then you left us hanging at the airport! It definitely requires a sequel for closure. - TK Vix - Jan-28-2012   

LOVED this story! Especially the drunken story that just couldn't be told to Kara. Hilarious! Please write a sequal! - Anonymous - Feb-26-2012   

LOVED this story! Especially the drunken story that just couldn't be told to Kara. Hilarious! Please write a sequal! - Anonymous - Feb-26-2012   

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Wonderful story. I know its been a long time since you wrote this but I would love to read a sequel. Very entertaining and enlightening!! - Niyah - Sep-19-2012   

This story was so good! I would love to see more of this couple. Please may we have more? - Ggirl - Oct-29-2013   

So GooD!Thoroughly enjoyed reading it. - Aahi Young - May-15-2014   

Nice story some funny lines especially when kara was drunk x - SD - Jun-16-2015   

Well written and an excellent read. The entire series has a sweet kind of innocence and is very addictive. - Emi - Apr 15th, 2005   

This is FINISHED with at least287 pages. [Corrected - 6-3-2009] - purplehawke - Jun-01-2009   

An excellent series. Bravo!!! Hope we'll get to see more of these characters...story is well written and just enough suspense. - keys - Jul-26-2009   

i love this whole series. if you have not read them then i suggest you should. i really wish i could read more about these characters. very gripping tale that i wish would continue - iheartpickles - Aug-12-2009   

PLEASE READ ALL THIS SERIES - they are well thoughtout, well-developed stories with interesting people. Some of the best writing I have read on this site. AAA++++ - CoolNik - Nov-23-2010   

Truly wonderful series. Edge of your seat action with a whole lot of love thrown in. Look out Missy Good. A new star is on the rise. - Wheezie - Nov-19-2011   

This is a great trilogy. Well paced, well constructed. Keeps you guessing. - Georgia - Mar-27-2012   

Be sure to read this series. It is great! Read "Christmas Special Delivery" after Marrook Farm and before this one. It fills in some gaps and Booyong Mountain will make more sense.
These are a thrilling trilogy well written and well constructed. They certainly kept me up some late nights to find out what happened next! - Georgia - Mar-27-2012   

I have read this series numerous times and I love them every- time. They are up there with my all time favorite books. - Pickles - Aug-31-2012   

Love, love, love this series!! And I am so glad Fiona got her own story/love. This series is extremely well thought out and very loving. All for of these stories are fantastic and definetly worth several reads!! - Stacia - Jan-09-2013   

**** SPOILER ALERT **** i've read the complete trilogy and i like it.. my favorites are still jody and sam, no matter how many other couples are formed.. one thing that i've noticed though, is that the timeline is often incorrect.. hayes died when fiona was.. she's 21 in this story, so that should mean that jody and sam have been together for 7 years.. not the 5 years that are referred to.. or even the 3 years that hayes is supposedly dead.. still a good read, though.. - xtra dog - Jan-26-2013   

I love these story!!!!! Must read!!!! - Trinity - Mar-08-2010   

For those interested in an extended version I highly recommend the novel Words Heard in Silence by T. Novan and Taylor Rickard (published in 2003 by Cavalier Press). It expands on this short story and provides greater detail and character development. Although copies are hard to obtain, and can be on the pricey side, it's well worth the effort. Billed as the first story in the Redmond Family Saga I'm hoping the authors continue. - Caden - Mar-08-2010   

There's a Yahoo! group that you can join and read "Words Heard in Silence" and the sequel, "If You Love Something."

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WHIS/ - Anonymous - Mar-09-2010   

This is very sweet and such a nice read. I highly recommend it. - Tracey - Mar-11-2010   

sweet and enjoyable to read. i only wish it were longer but it was still beautiful! - crv - Feb-26-2011   

Very sweet story. Romantic. Good read. - Lyn B - Apr-21-2011   

I loved this story - this was sooo goooood. I cannot get the picture of a miniature Xena stuck down Gabrielle's cleavage out of my mind - and then not wanting to leave her comfortable and interesting abode. I also loved the fact that no matter how small Xena was - she was still 6 feet in her heart - and nothing could stop her perservernce and resolve - size just did not matter. Great story. What an imagination DJWP has. - Karon Reiter - Jan 31st, 2005   

What a great story. Well done - sassy123 - May-09-2012   

This was so good! Original, funny and sweet while capturing the characters perfectly, and could totally be an actual XWP episode. Bonus: remember when Gabrielle got shrunk in Season 5's Punchlines? Recall her squeaky voice? Imagine the producers giving Lucy Lawless a hit of helium so Xena's voice got the same effect while reading this story! - Anonymous - Mar-03-2013   

there are still a few loose ends, so a sequel is a possibility :) - Anonymous - May-20-2011   

Wish there was more. Really good. - Anonymous - Dec-27-2013   

i liked this story a lot.. even better than the first one..

***SPOILER ALERT***
i really wanted sth bad to happen to the brother.. or maybe that's just the demon in me speaking? he's such a prick, though.. - xtra dog - Feb-16-2014   

murphy's law to the extreme.. lol! - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012   

very fun - Anonymous - Apr-09-2015