Another great story of Robin of Warrior and Bard. I am looking forward to the next installment. - anon - Apr-02-2008   

A very good light hearted read, a unique take on xena and gabrielle and just a lot of fun to read - goofstar - Apr-04-2008   

An excellent story, fun to read. Looking forward to the next adventure - Anonymous - Jul-15-2008   

Great premise! I'd love to see a continuation. - Kristy - Feb-14-2009   

A nice taste. Hope you complete this with a novel. - rleef - Feb-15-2009   

I really love this story! It's creative, romantic, and it makes you sigh at the end, happy that you read it. This one is screaming to be turned into a full-length novel. :) - jaeygatsby - Feb-28-2009   

fantastic - Anonymous - Mar-06-2009   

Neat new world imagined. Sweet ingenious love story. - Kali - Mar-06-2009   

More more more! A different, definitely better sort of Logan's Run for our girls. - offhermeds - Jul-21-2009   

Truly an amazing short story. Perhaps a sequel in the near future? - Emily J. - Jul-25-2009   

love the idea behind this story...please write a sequel, I'm dying to know what happened to them after they left! - Xenasgrrl - Aug-02-2009   

Great read! Reminded me of The Giver, would love to read what happens in Quinn's and Day's lives. - 1234 - Nov-08-2009   

beautiful! this clearly screams to be a novel. but i do i agree that it ends with me explelling a good sigh. too bad ther's no sequel. but anyways, definitely worth the read. :) - rec - Jan-26-2010   

Well worth reading. it does feel like it should have been a longer story, but that's because the premise and characters are compelling. Good:-) - Lyn B - Jun-30-2011   

interesting how the author sees the future of the human race.. the story does scream to become a fullfledged novel, so i hope the author will find the time to make it into one.. it would definitely read it!! - xtra dog - Feb-02-2013   

Ahh D, what a wonderful story. As a few at her readers have asked...... More please. Thanks for a great story. - Anna28Carm - Apr-25-2017   

I love the story it was awesome! - EC - Apr-25-2009   

I like that Ainsley Wallace make this story differ from the rest of the others. The story is interesting, you can't help but to know the truth about Kerry & Kim breakup. The Mouth Of Babes is hihgly recommended to read. - easteden - Apr-27-2009   

I read this shortly after it was first posted, and again today. If anything, I enjoyed it more the second time through, finding more within the story with the rereading. A true joy. Thank you. - Anonymous - May-10-2009   

Dead link [Corrected. 12-18-2009] - Anonymous - Dec-07-2009   

I read this story a long time ago and have only just rediscovered it. I love it. The plot and the characters are beautifully written. It took me back to the gold days of Kerry and Kim. Even if you didn't watch the show, this story is well worth reading. - Lyn B - Jan-31-2011   

Good story! This was an enjoyable read. - Ricky - May-26-2014   

Loved this story can't wait to read the sequel xx - SD - Nov-27-2015   

I really enjoyed this story. This writer is very good! Hope to read more of her. - louise - Jul-26-2010   

Really well written, I really enjoyed it. Thank you Francis, for writing it! - Anonymous - Nov-05-2010   

That was a very hot entertaining story.I would have loved to see it continue on, maybe in a sequel. - uber goober - Oct-16-2012   

Well written tale worth a read. - Anonymous - Jan-26-2010   

very very nice
wonderful - réveuse - Mar-27-2015   

I LOVED this story! We need more fairytales... I don't know if you can find ideas for a sequel but if you do, I'll be the first to read it! - Anonymous - Dec-04-2010   

what a wonderful fairy tale. the world needs more. thank you - rleef - Dec-08-2010   

i, too, love fairy tales. the last good one that i read is "ash". this one is a sweet, lovely tale. beautiful to read. thanks. - kc - Dec-12-2010   

lovely fairy tales story. - crv - Feb-27-2011   

I love this fairy tale! There is a mix of Greek myths and use of the brilliant Greek sculptor's name Praxeteles. This is a gentle a brave fairy tale. Thank you, J. Falconer!!! I was only sad to see it end. - Samantha - Aug-09-2012   

My favorite fairytale! - Samantha - Jan-13-2015   

Loved both stories and would be more than happy to see the series continue - Kaylis - Dec-25-2012   

Loved the story,it is one i will read more than once.
What really got me was the Terri Clark reference,love her.I hope there is more to come. - dbrown50 - Apr-17-2013   

why there isn't more recommendations is beyond my realm of understanding, i love the two main protagonists, the love that they've shared,, it's so beautiful, there is only one downside for me, and thAT is linda doesnt deserve her happiness aftere dumping stephanie for kate.. i really wish you wrote differently than her being in a happy, solid relationship lol - walzee - Jul-10-2013   

cant read it only get a 404 error :-( - lesley - Oct-31-2013   

Link is still broken :( - Samantha - Jan-05-2015   

great X-Men story - Anonymous - Jun-21-2009   

Great story with good character inter-action. - Anonymous - Oct-24-2009   

Charming story, the interaction between Jean and Emma is both in character and excellently done. - Kudara - Jan-01-2010   

Gushingly wonderful ;) I loved it! - Yani - Feb-02-2010   

Really really good!! Loved every second :) - Anonymous - Feb-21-2010   

This is *such* a good story. I would LOVE a sequel to it. I hope this pairing catches on, because it is amazingly sexy. I don't think the spice index goes high enough to rate this one properly - it needs an 11 for both :) Janine has created a real treasure. - Aerows - May-30-2010   

What a wonderful read! Never read an xmen fic before but this is a really worth of my time. Emma/Jean pairing is the best and I hope the author will continue giving life to these wonderful and sexy character. It has my HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION. - Fan - Jun-12-2010   

OMG! A sequel please!!! Excellent, Excellent read! Hope to see these characters more. - Anonymous - Jun-14-2010   

What a wonderful story. Is there gonna be a sequel soon?? I hope there will be :D I'll be waiting :)) Definitely worth the wait. - Nook - Jun-14-2010   

I ran across this and almost didn't read it because I'm not all that familiar with the genre, but Janine absolutely sucked me into the characters and made me feel right at home with the setting. Excellent read. A solid ten. - Xenamungrrr - Jun-19-2010   

this is a beautiful story. what a wonderful pairing. i would love to read more of grey/frost. - kc - Jul-09-2010   

Hoping for the sequel of this wonderful fiction :) M0re power - Anonymous - Jul-30-2010   

Beautiful. - Anonymous - Jul-22-2009   

Great read !!! Nice story, thank you... - Anonymous - Jul-23-2009   

Very engaging characters, good read. - wasabigrrl - Jul-26-2009   

a very good read, the characters well thought out. very romantic. you'll love reading this story. - vicam - Jul-26-2009   

Love the characters & story - 15a - Jul-31-2009   

There are NO links to this story! Anyone have a working link? [Editor's Note: The link has been found and corrected. 11-17-2009] - Anonymous - Nov-09-2009   

Nice story. Very well written by Dee, as always. A fun read. - Lyn B - Apr-11-2011   

Great story, but the link for part two is not working. Would like to know how it ends. - LadyKnight - May-14-2011   

Awesome Story! Loved it! - Ricky - Feb-15-2012   

A story that you can not pass up. A must read. A story of two lost souls looking for a home in the middle of nowhere. - lonevoice89 - Jul-13-2012   

Awesome story. I really enjoyed it! - Anonymous - Sep 7th, 2003   

This is one of the quintessential hurt/comfort stories of the Xenaverse - all hurt/comfort stories must measure to this in order to be good - and they are - but this is one of the best. Very well written. I give it 10 stars. - Karon Reiter - Mar 12th, 2005   

One of the best Xena/Gabrielle tales to date. Full of what we all loved about the show...their love for each other. - tac871 - Jul-10-2008   

Great story. Well written. - sassy123 - Sep-24-2010   

Wow! This story is wonderful!!!! The characters Terri, a teenage and Sarah, a more old sophisticated and sexy woman, have a relationship tumultuous, hot, passionate, to writer with rare talent and preciosity. Leth - Leth - Dec 26th, 2002   

Loved this story.I thought the characters were very well rounded,but I couldn't find part 8 to finish reading it.Any suggestions? - jbamazon - Jan 13th, 2003   

http://ca.geocities.com/dayliobserver/frontpage1.html Is where you'll find the rest of the story, it's in episodes. It was really hard to track down! Why would someone hide this beautiful story away like that tsk!! - Stephanie - Jan 14th, 2003   

This was a fantastic story. It was very well written and it had me until the very end. The characterization was great. I have to say though, I couldn't stand Paige. I think she was a bit of a lousy friend. Sort of reminded me of the phrase 'misery loves company' at times. Once again though, great story. - Anonymous - May 25th, 2003   

I just needed to read this story to put me in very good mood..wow...very very well done.. and just wonder why this wonderful story hasnot been publish yet..I would say this one is a plus.keep the good work miss. Day. - miriam - Jul 10th, 2005   

what a wonderful, realistic, heart wrenching, upsetting, happy, sucking ya in and keeping ya hooked right to the end story, that I have read in a long time.To put it bluntly, its a brilliantly written story. - LuvTigger71 - Aug 13th, 2005   

A very touching and beautiful story, a must read !!!
- Anonymous - Nov-11-2006   

This one grabbed me. It kinda haunts me. These are real people dealing with reality and love. The ending was believable yet romantic. Thanks, Day1 - Calabria - Nov-13-2006   

Very well written and the characters feel so real. I was really rooting for them at the end. Totally recommend this! - royuki - Apr-02-2007   

i'll always be grateful for stories like this one. just the right amount of emotions and intensity. love the characters. thanks day!!=) - redrng - Jun-08-2007   

wow i can't believe i haven't commented before! i read this fantastic piece so many times. this is a story that pulls on your heartstrings and lets you relate to the characters all the way to the end. brava! - Kat - Jul-02-2007   

Amazing!! This story really is one of those must read. It deal a lots with everyday life that we all can relate to. the characters are as real as they come and all in all, too good to pass. So, READ!!!! - Kuu - Jul-08-2007   

This story stayed with me for days...Terri and Sarah kept popping in my head at the most unusual moments. Very well done Day! - JC - May-01-2008   

Great story, I love these two characters. I recommend all of Day's work. - d - May-02-2008   

I love this story. Well-thought out story and believable characters. What a wonderful ride! Thank you Day! - Luie - May-18-2008   

A lovely story with deep character development. Haunting and real. - offhemeds - Feb-01-2009   

Very good read! The relationship between the heroins is developed in a very realistic way. Don't get me wrong, "realistic" doesn't mean "boring". It's just that the characters act like real human beings, their feelings are understandable. That makes this story a highly recommended one.
In fact, it has qualities I never see anywhere else. This bard is smart... - yuka - Jun-14-2009   

Thank you - SP - Jul-10-2009   

This story is wonderful!!!!,fantastic story.
a must read !!! - Anonymous - Nov-30-2009   

Excellent story! It's the second time I read it and still loving it: it's frustrating and incredibly addictive! You must read it! - Anonymous - Dec-06-2009   

beautiful story - crv - Dec-09-2009   

This story was so amazing.... I actually teared up with all the emotion and heartache. Great story!! - JettBlk - May-21-2010   

I am so glad I found this author. The was a very enjoyable read. Great characters with plenty drama, twists and turns. It's a great way spend the day - read it. I love this author. - Anonymous - Jul-02-2010   

Definitely a wonderful read. Great story, great characters and fantastic writing. - Anonymous - Jan-08-2011   

wonderful, romantic and haunting story. i teared up a few times. a must read - Anonymous - Jan-15-2011   

A wonderful and touching story. The characters are realistic and human. This is a story that draws you in and holds you to the final line... - Ricky - Mar-23-2012   

excellent!!!!!!!!!!!!! - soopi - Jun-20-2012   

Great story! - Anonymous - Apr-20-2013   

This is a really amazing story so well written so glad I found this a took time to read it. Xx - SD - Jun-19-2015   

This is a really amazing story so well written so glad I found this a took time to read it. Xx - SD - Jun-21-2015   

Very well developed characters, realistic plot, riveting story, believable scenarios...wonderful love story with enough angst to frustrate and bring a smile. - LMC - Oct-20-2015   

Softball and sexual tension? Of Course! Characters are beautifully rounded out. Story line flows. Heat of passion is tremendous. There is some well written mother/daughter angst. Good READ! - jlnickymaster - Feb 24th, 2004   

Loved it. - anon - Mar-16-2008   

Cute story. Great character development and plot. Sweet ending... - BlueButterfly - Aug-10-2009   

I really enjoy this author's style, she's so smooth you forget you're reading and just hear the story being told. A very nice read. - wasabigrrl - Aug-24-2009   

I have yet to read a story by A.K. Naten that I didn't like and here is another one that was truely enjoyable and well worth taking the time to read. - uber goober - Oct-21-2009   

Loved it! Cute, funny, well developed, and hot to boot! - Anonymous - May-14-2011   

Quirky story that is very well written. It has romance, drama and humour in it. I liked the characters. Everything felt realistic too. Good read:-) - Lyn B - May-16-2011   

finally a story where the children are allowed to express their puberescent narrowmindedness.. good interaction between evie and taylor.. with a couple of stretches in some parts, this story can be easily converted into a novel.. - Anonymous - May-28-2011   

Great read. Softball, lust, passion and a bit of angst. Highly recommended. - colorado fan - Dec-01-2011   

sweet, seet, sweet and a shot heavy, spicy mix -> - opensource - Feb-05-2013   

Great story, worth a read. - M.E. - Mar-13-2013   

Awesome story that could have been longer. A very nice read. - Ricky - May-01-2014   

[Spoiler Warning] The author had me worried for a minute because I thought the main character was going to choose the wrong girl, but all is right in my world and the best woman won. : ) - lb - Mar-17-2008   

Lovely story - Anonymous - Jan-02-2011   

I read this because of the previous review.I did wonder how it was going to end. I think it would have been better if it were longer because I wanted to know more about their past and the future. A good short story. - Lyn B - Feb-10-2011   

Loved this story...It stands alone and complete, beginning, middle and end...fear and love and confusion and clarity...amazing that you wove all of these things into such a short story. - Anonymous - Feb-13-2011   

I loved this story, it draws the line very distinctly. Write more, Jude! Thanks!! - SamJerGar - Nov-14-2011   

Yes, this was sooooo worth the read! I'm so glad it ended how it did. ^_^ Thank you for the story! - Anonymous - Jun-10-2013   

Would love to see this one expanded because everything was "made right" very quickly. As a stand alone piece, it is good, especially since the reader is holding their breath until the last sentence. Nicely done! - Stacia - Jun-11-2013   

What a treasure. I wish I had a map that lead me to this a long time ago. Meeting for the first time, two women courting one disaster after another in their personal lives get stuck in the same elevator. This author sees things with perfect vision; it's uncanny. Thank you, Creme Brulee! Please keep writing. - Samantha - Aug-14-2008   

What a fun interlude. thank you. - Lee - Aug-21-2008   

A very good story - ORCHID - Aug-23-2008   

I really enjoyed this story. Witty and very well written. These are two women who really bring this story alive. Very good:-) - Lyn B - Jun-14-2011   

really loved the characters and their interaction.. lol at the oscars both came up with.. the life time achievement reward will never have the same meaning again.. very well written.. - xtra dog - Nov-21-2011   

This is a good story. I love your characters and the realism of the plot. It's great. - Dawn - Oct-13-2008   

great - Anonymous - Oct-14-2008   

Awesome read...please proceed very soon, and end this torture of not knowing if Jess and Mac will have the happy ending they so deserve. Thanks - Anonymous - Oct-14-2008   

Beautiful story set in the reality of today's world.
The characters and situations are so believable that the words leave the reader wanting more.
Continue with these thoroughly enjoyable contributions. - aj - Nov-03-2008   

Please Please Please finish this story! It's too good to end where it did, and we've got to know how things worked out for Jess and Mac. A great and happy ending would include Mac finding out for sure with proof that Jess didn't actually ever cheat on her, and for them to be reunited forever. This is a truly wonderfully crafted story and anyone who happens upon it will be very glad that they did. Thank you. - CarolinaGirl - Jan-03-2009   

I really enjoyed reading this even without the sex the disclaimer promised. lol! It was very realistic, had great dialogue and interesting characters. I do want to know the ending though! - Anonymous - Mar-31-2011   

Good sequel. Mac and Jess's relationship is very realistic to me. I like how Jess is trying to win back Mac's trust. A good story, but best read in context with the other stories. - Lyn B - Apr-01-2011   

This is such a compassionate story and it offers a glimpse on how hard it is when trust in a marriage is lost and the grueling efforts to grab it again. Spoiler alert! The problem is that the environment where Jess was tempted still exists. There's never an excuse why someone turns to cheating; it's good to look at how, but it will not lead to the why. It messes with forever because when we give love it can mean a lifetime, but when you give your heart, it's forever. When a spouse cheats, they shake the foundation of forever. Thank you, Boudica X, this is such an important story and your insight carries healing. Thanks, too, Atheneaum for making this a home away from home!! - Teresa - Aug-13-2013   

This is such a compassionate story and it offers a glimpse on how hard it is when trust in a marriage is lost and the grueling efforts to grab it again. Spoiler alert! The problem is that the environment where Jess was tempted still exists. There's never an excuse why someone turns to cheating; it's good to look at how, but it will not lead to the why. It messes with forever because when we give love it can mean a lifetime, but when you give your heart, it's forever. When a spouse cheats, they shake the foundation of forever. Thank you, Boudica X, this is such an important story and your insight carries healing. Thanks, too, Atheneaum for making this a home away from home!! - Teresa - Aug-13-2013   

Great short read. It leaves you begging for a sequel. - freebush - Jun-21-2009   

Link to e-reader files is broken - Anonymous - May-01-2010   

I liked this short story. Well written as always. A sequel would have been nice to catch up on the two ladies. - Lyn B - Feb-23-2011   

and how pitiful minds run businesses.. tsk, tsk,.. - Anonymous - May-26-2011   

Great, well written story as always. - Anonymous - Aug-09-2011   

YES!!!! I was waiting anxiously for a continuation of this wonderful series. Thoroughly enjoyable, it's funny to see how superheroes engage in family gatherings. Brice is a wonderful character that just makes me want to hug her! I love how Brice's own "super ordinary" way has an impact on situations around her. Fabulous work! I look forward to the next installment! P.S. I think I'm in love with Brice's bus *swoons* - Chess - Nov-30-2009   

Wonderful story! Funny, engaging, intriguing, imaginative, interesting, different, clever.... Great plot, powerful characters, amazing sense of humor. It's definitely a must :) Eagerly and impatiently waiting for the third installment. - Cavedweller5 - Dec-02-2009   

I can't wait for the third installment. I love Brice!:) - Anonymous - Feb-03-2010   

im holding my breath for the next one. i have totally enjoyed both stories and im sure i'll enjoy the sequels too. never thought i'd actually like superheroes...:P - estillore - Feb-22-2010   

More please. More! - Sol - Mar-22-2010   

can't wait for the next one! - Anonymous - Apr-12-2010   

was excited to see a new story by planetsolin as I have been a fan of hers. enjoyed the long build up to the romance. plenty of angst and tribulation. always love noble, strong characters with integrity. thanks for sharing it with us here on the athenaeum. - colorado fan - Jan-27-2013   

Loved this story. great job - sassy123 - Feb-02-2013   

Couldn't stop reading once I started this! Highly recommend. - Anonymous - Feb-10-2013   

Bravo!! I completely enjoyed this story as the author played will all of my emotions. I wanted more as an ending but bravo all the same.

***spoiler alert*** I normally hate reading books that have no summery because I generally like to know what I will be reading. So here goes. This story is about a lawyer who's husband dies leaving her with twins. Not everything thing is simple as she wrestles with his death and her feelings. Soon she realizes that her feelings for his half sister is the only true love she has ever known..excluding the kids of course. - Katie of Ohio - Jun-13-2013   

Good read - SD - Apr-22-2015   

This is a pretty quick read, not as fluffy as her other stories but it is still very well done and definitely worth a read for sure. - Regina - Sep-09-2015   

This is a pretty quick read, not as fluffy as her other stories but it is still very well done and definitely worth a read for sure. - Regina - Sep-09-2015   

Very good story. Great humor and drama (angst), true to the characters, well-written. Really liked it, especially the first part. - Enverz - Aug-01-2010   

Once again Della Street gives us a great story. I can't get enough of her writing - her depiction of the Xena and Gabrielle relationship. I wish she had been one of the head writers on the show. - Karon Reiter - Jan 24th, 2005   

Ppl. you should read tis story, really! - Callisto - Mar-03-2008   

great story. Read IT !! - Anonymous - Nov-29-2009   

Lovely story, well worth the read :) - Anonymous - Dec-12-2009   

This really a hot! story. Lots of sex! There are 3 parts. - Starry - Oct-12-2010   

Yeah, I really liked it.A very,very hot and spicy first time story that will leave you with a big ol' grin on your face. - uber goober - Jul-08-2012   

TERRIFIC! - Anonymous - Aug 26th, 2003   

I absolutely loved this story!!! - Norja - Dec 18th, 2003   

Wow! what can I say? Another great story by friction. He/she is very talented. Can't get enough of reading this author's stories. - HopeGab'fan - Dec 17th, 2004   

It's a little rushed but I liked it. It's a fresh idea. - Anonymous - Apr-15-2008   

Entertaining style with a true flavor of the show tied into the interaction between the characters. Excellent story with riveting detail. Great work Friction!!! Hey we could all use a Soulmate Geiger Counter -- read it and you'll know what i mean. Is there any possiblity for a sequel? - toni - Jul-19-2008   

I totally loved this story. Great job. - sassy123 - Jan-22-2011   

Excellent story. Very well written, engaging, the characterizations are accurate... I've enjoyed reading it immensely. I would love to read a sequel too. - Enverz - May-15-2011   

wow just wow!





- sandy - Feb-14-2012   

That was a great story. Loved the twist at the end. - ubergoober - Jul-08-2013   

I love this series. Yes read it and I hope Rachel gives us more. - L~ - Jun-10-2010   

One of my favorites. Great job - sassy123 - Oct-20-2011   

Make sure you drink PLENTY of fluids before and after reading this tale. Exhausting, but HOT! Those girls sure do have lots of stamina. - abbaspice1 - Sep-14-2008   

SWEET AND HOT!!!!!! - Anonymous - May-18-2011   

Hot! Hot! Hot! You will love it! - Starry - Aug-30-2012   

Great story. I'm fascinated by this fantastic story.Everybody who loves adventure storis shouldn't miss this one. - Romy - Sep 25th, 2004   

Excellent adventure. Great uber characters and story line. Grateful there is a sequel to continue on with the characters. I plan to read everything this great author has shared with us. - colorado fan - Dec-05-2012   

You have to love these characters. Muse on. - Gail - Dec 31st, 2002   

This story is great. I really like the depth of the characters. Incredibly well written. - Erica - Oct 13th, 2003   

Wow Good stuff ! - Elisabeth - Nov-04-2008   

enjoyable series. fun characters. Recommended. - colorado fan - Mar-02-2011   

I actually laughed out loud at work reading this one - never a good thing to do! Excellent fiction. :) - Adam - Nov 12th, 2002   

A very funny story, told from a cocky Xena's POV. - aurelius - Dec 2nd, 2004   

Very funny and cute story. i really enjoyed it! - Marianne - Aug-11-2007   

hilarious - nesfan - Aug-20-2009   

What a great story! I want a Charlie in my airport! This was HOT HOT HOT and I look forward to the sequel you just posted. Read the disclaimers here and do not read this at work! Ready for Take Off has definitely changed my opinion on flying. - Anonymous - Feb 24th, 2003   

Hot, sexy and very entertaining, this is one of my favourite PWPs. I could have lived without the sequels though. - Anonymous - Jan 22nd, 2005   

What a great story. Job well done. - sassy123 - May-30-2011   

Very good PWP. Hot and with fun characters. Recommended:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011   

That was an incredibly HOT! story. Very well written and good plot even for a PWP. I was definetly impressed with it. - uber goober - Jan-03-2012   

wow.. i really loved this.. the dialogues are believable and funny.. can't find anything amiss.. highly recommended.. - xtra dog - May-22-2013   

Nice hot little story. Xx - SD - Sep-07-2015   

I loved how quickly this story moved. To say that it was heartbreaking in places is an understatement. Underneath the darkness though there's light, I really like that about this peice. - rowan999 - May 9th, 2002   

In the spirit of halloween I clicked on this story because it was supposed to be a vampire tale. It was fabulous. In a world where bad vampire stories abound, it was a real pleasure to find one that was well written. It had enough horror and violence to make it believable, but nothing gratuitous. I'll be looking for this story next year about this time. - Melanie - Nov 1st, 2002   

I loved this story. I'm so glad I found it. I just wish there were more of it. - DDY - Jun 30th, 2005   

This was an excellent short story. I'm not usually into vampire tales but this one was too good. Obsession is a vampire tale but it also happens to be an unconventional love story. I saw there was a sequel called Obsession Returned and I can't wait to read it. In fact, I'm going to do that now. - Tara - Sep 13th, 2005   

I love vampire stories and this one was especially good. - reads_a_lot - Oct-10-2006   

i'm not into vampire, etc., but a good romance is a good romance, and this one is pretty intense, too. - kc - Jul-25-2010   

this story is exactly what it promises to be.. it is all about obsession and how it can control you.. even people who aren't into vampire stories should read this one.. - xtra dog - Jan-27-2012   

Wickedly funny little ditty. - Georgia - Mar-06-2008   

Brilliant story with a nice twist at the end! Didn't see it coming! xx - KTBard - Jul 25th, 2005   

Another great Larisa Uber!! Must agree w/ commenter before me, nice twist at the end! Threw me for a loop. - Anonymous - Jul 30th, 2005   

A much loved favourite - perhaps a bit more violent than regular Larisa fare ... nice twist at the end! - Georgia - Mar-08-2008   

Another great story ;) - Manuela - Aug-09-2008   

Fun read! Loved the action and twists. Great work! - Darx - Nov-10-2009   

This was well writen story, it did not have Larisa's usual humor, but the drama is what keeps you reading. - Marg - Dec-08-2012   

What's not to love - humor thrown in with two bad (in the best way) women and crime to boot! Larisa does crime stories like no one else with her over the top humor. My only complaint is that there is only one story with these characters. I'd love a sequel. - Stacia - Aug-01-2013   

Poetic and sexy..just like Gabrielle. Nicely done. - Alicia - Dec 8th, 2003   

Awsome!! - Anonymous - Feb-08-2012   

Beautiful and very lovingly written. - Starry - Aug-20-2012   

I can't believe this story doesn't have a recommendation! Please read this, only if you like well written stories w/ good plots and characters. GREAT JOB Psyk!! - Lysia - Jan-23-2008   

Good classic story! Made go look for other works of this aouthor - Mel - Jan-28-2008   

Very well done for a first time author. - Anonymous - Sep-07-2010   

Wonderful story for even a seasoned writer let alone a first timer. - Anonymous - Apr-05-2011   

uhm.. the disclaimer says that this is the third story in a series.. so where are the first 2 stories?? - xtra dog - Jan-08-2013   

It's part of the Randi And Kay Series. http://www.academyofbards.org/authors/carrie_carr.html

1. In The Blink Of An Eye

2. Something To Be Thankful For

3. The Greatest Gift

4. Just What the Doctor Ordered. [Editor's Note: We now list the entire series, in the correct order. Thanks for letting us know about it. 1-9-2012]

- Anonymous - Jan-08-2013   

WOW! This is a great piece of just what Aliki goes through emotionally with the jobs that she has taken. (forensics&police work)When she describes what 'a plane is down' means to her, you 'feel all that she does'. This story is so well written you feel like you know everyone and want to comfort them all. The reactions from the kids and supporting characters is right on. It is a fast paced ride down the rode of emotional breakdown and the struggle/pain that it wraps around each person, and the fight to return. After reading this, my respect for all involved in fire and law enforcement has increased ten fold! A MUST READ!! - Chris L. - Nov 19th, 2002   

What a fascinating story. Anne Azel did a wonderful job with writing about a very sensitive problem. the pain, love, and struggles are written in such a raw way that you will 'feel' them and wish you could reach out and help them. A definite heart gripper well worth the read!!! - avid reader - Dec 2nd, 2002   

What a fascinating story. Anne Azel did a wonderful job with writing about a very sensitive problem. the pain, love, and struggles are written in such a raw way that you will 'feel' them and wish you could reach out and help them. A definite heart gripper well worth the read!!! - avid reader - Dec 2nd, 2002   

Read this series you will not be disappointed. - Brighteyez08 - Oct-08-2009   

Wow! That was quite a ride. I belive that is the darkest story by Ms. Azel that I have read to date, but just like a train wreck you just can't stop watching it (or in this case reading it)Bravo and bring on some more! - uber goober - May-17-2010   

definitely the darkest story in the series.. so far.. and now on to the conclusion.. - xtra dog - May-18-2015   

Sci-Fi!!! My favorite genre and so far,this is a great story. I thought the Timeline was a terrific idea and really gave a good background for what's happening. As good as any Star Trek I've read. More, please. - firedragon209 - Oct 31st, 2002   

Ok, I definately like it. The plot is a good one and the characters have great personalities. I have read other stories by each of these writers and while I enjoyed them individually, I absolutely love them together [hint, hint]. - jayekaren - Nov 1st, 2002   

Oh, how I was sucked in. I don't usually read unfinished series or stories. It is just to hard for me to wait. I really like the smooth narration and the easy dialog. The beta readers and the writers are a GOOD match. All the characters were easy to keep up with. I know how hard this type of series is. I really want more about the Pathfinder. Kudos. - nicky in durham - Aug 24th, 2003   

I'm a little ticked off here! I want the rest of the flippin' story! It's not a very nice thing to write a story this good and just....STOP! Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! - muinighan - Jan 15th, 2004   

Awesome story, love it. - Katia - Feb-14-2008   

Awesome!!! I'm soooo waiting for the rest. Pwease? - ethne - Apr-29-2008   

Hard to believe a science fiction story this exciting wasn't finished, but alas that seems to be the case. Great story if you can stand the abrupt ending. You do get over 220 pages of adventure so I guess I can deal with the fact after 6 years it is still unfinished and likely never will be. Drag nabbit! - Kali - Jan-16-2009   

The link to the timeline (http://xenafiction.net/scrolls/windstar_and_Sparky_lt.html) doesn't work. Please update. [Editor's Note: Corrected. 3-25-2010] - Anonymous - Mar-21-2010   

good story, too bad it's unfinished. - Anonymous - Jan-12-2011   

Great story! Would love to read a conclusion. - Anonymous - Jan-13-2011   

Hell yes, now if they'd just finish it...:D Very original femslash with the science fiction backdrop! - Scout - Oct-09-2011   

Really hoping to see this finished one day. Such an excellent cast of characters you've created!! There are so many different ways I could see this story ending. Not sure when you're last update was or if you have any plans on finishing this ever, but thank you for at least letting us get to know the pathfinder crew :) - Anonymous - Jan-31-2012   

Murder Has Two Faces, Murder by Association's sequel is an amazing read so far. Totally hooked! - Katia N. Ruiz - Oct 16th, 2002   

I love two things about this author's writing style. First, her updates are posted within a reasonable time span. Second, her characters are believable which is a big plus in my book and third, she's talented as hell. Okay, that was three reasons but the last needed to be said. Great story!! - Kay - Nov 17th, 2002   

humm BT?? this is a very good story but do we gots to staps on the boots to get you to finish this??? Ill be sendin DBC to do the kicking ifin ya dont finish this one soon...very well done my sister! - your favorite redwood - Oct 27th, 2003   

Great continuation of Murder By Association. This story says THE END about half way through the story. The complete story is at http://www.academyofbards.org/authors/tonya_coley.html. Hope there will be a sequel. I need my issues resolved...LOL. [Editor's Note: Link corrected] - lee - Oct-22-2008   

I'm really enjoying this little series of vignettes. - Anonymous - Oct 31st, 2002   

i can't even imagine the high and low they must feel.. - xtra dog - Dec-17-2011   

nice read.. - xtra dog - Feb-22-2012   

Great short, unique short story. A must read if you like stories that stretch your concept of science and reality. - Stacia - Sep-09-2013   

I'm looking forward to when this comes out in print, I enjoyed it and it captured my imagination. One of the best pieces of sci-fi I've read in a while. - Andy - Mar 7th, 2003   

"Merker's Outpost" is a sexy, action filled, sci-fi fantasy, with a complex plotline and interesting characters. (I really worried about them at times and wonder where they'll end up, even some of the more minor players, and this involvement is a very good thing). The settings are easy to visualize, a testimony to the author's vision of the outpost and other alien environs. J A Bard has created an expansive universe of societies, populated by an interesting variety of aliens. Constructionwise, with the background and interlocking character development segments, I was reminded of the "Dune" series by Frank Herbert. "Merker's Outpost" is a very good read, well worth the time, but I'll be looking for its continuation in "Arnica", since I felt that the ending left me hanging. (J A, unlike many readers, I wouldn't have a problem with a single 600-700+ page story, ). There's still some dancing to do. - Phantom Bard - Mar 7th, 2003   

Excellent! I read the published work. Purchase it and you will not be disappointed. I look forward tou buying her next book. Untill then I am reading her online work. - BJ - Jul-15-2008   


This is a sci fi lover's dream.
It's fun to feel as though you're living on this planet called Merker's Outpost.
Our heroine is dropped off on the surface of the planet in what seems to be a gigantic sand storm but her survival suit is damaged and she's starting to black out.I swear I could hear the wind and feel little pieces of sand coming through the mask.It's tough to breathe when your oxygen supply is dwindling rapidly.
I was fascinated by the gadgets this author dreamed up.The "bots" that prepare your food and clean up after you were a special favorite of mine.Where can I buy one?Oh yeah,it's only make believe.
I.Christie has quite an imagination and has created a world in turmoil.
Smugglers are trying to invade the planet and steal the technology that the "Guardian" has created but more importantly they want to control a special secret about Merker's Outpost.I'm not telling you what it is.
Lady Harriet is the main character.She and Sargent Major Zohra were cadets in a military academy.Of course they have a history together but it's been 9 years since they've seen each other.A lot of emotional trauma has occurred to each of them.
They suddenly find themselves thrown together in this conflict and they're not sure if they can trust each other.
I enjoyed everyone of the 300+ pages in this story and am looking forward to the sequel.
- Pat - Jun-28-2009   

Yeah, what's up with this story? there is no link :( [Editor's Note: It's a published work. 7-6-2009] - CM - Jun-30-2009   

I have so enjoyed all of this author's works. I went and bought Merker's Outpost. Loved it. If you are looking for a great sci-fi story, read this series. Highly recommended. Check out the author's website for more of her stories. - Anonymous - Oct-30-2010   

nice halloween story.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011   

so far,so good..we want more peewee,this story has tremendous potential,please continue it. - Anonymous - Sep-18-2008   

very good more ? Please? - frostline - Sep-20-2008   

great so far hope more follows - Anonymous - Sep-20-2008   

Really well written. Hopefully there will be an update. - Hoqoq - Sep-28-2008   

great so far - Anonymous - Sep-29-2008   

Really well done. Love the characters and the interaction between the sisters. - ladyaxe - Sep-29-2008   

a very deep and touching story about the rebirth of the world, and two women who love, live and fight to defend their family in it. - Anonymous - Sep-11-2011   

this author has the ability to create entire new worlds that feel familiar nonetheless.. - xtra dog - Feb-22-2012   

Wow, what a fantastic story! Would love to see this expanded or continued with a sequel or two. A previous reviewer is right - Ms. Eriksson can create a world alien yet wonderfully written so it is familiar to us. For science fiction fans, this is a must read! - Stacia - Apr-26-2013   

I have read several of Carola Rychan Eriksson's stories and she is a maestro in writing short stories which read like an epic. I am always astounded how she can develop a character in such a short amount of time and have the reader so emotionally moved by the end. This is a beautifully written story. - Goatgrrl - Sep-08-2013   

wonderful story... - jac - Dec 21st, 2004   

I just finished warlocks shadow and I must say that I loved it!! It had everything a good story needs, love, hatered, revenge and finally closure. well done, write more please??? - peggy - Jan 16th, 2005   

Very well written and very charming. Love the characters and would love to see a sequel that told more about them. - Intl Warrior - Aug-06-2010   

What a good story. Even if it is short, there is nothing missing. Really good job!!!!! - GIA - Mar-01-2011   

Wow! I'm really getting into this story, the emotional charged looks between the two characters are brillantly written ... and the hot steamy action is amazingly vivid ... Definitely a DO NOT read at work story.

*Also please note this story is not finished - scorpio_2097 - Nov-14-2008   

Very good story, pity that it's not finished. - Anonymous - Dec-10-2009   

Part 7 please.... - Yani - Dec-29-2009   

It is a great story. It says finished but it's not. Emailed the author recently to see if if was going to get finished anytime soon and sadly it won't.
[Editor's Note: Complete as per Author... 01-08-2011]
- JettBlack - Dec-27-2010   

Whilst its unfinished, this story is very well written. This writer has created a good mix of characters and injected a good dose of angst, passion, chemistry, and perhaps love in chapter 7? *hint* ;) - M. - Aug-14-2012   

Broken link:( - Anonymous - Jan-10-2014   

Broken link:( - Anonymous - Jan-10-2014   

Enjoying this read, and it says it's 'finished'....but seems not so? - Anonymous - Sep 20th, 2005   

Excellent story. Don't pass this up! - Anonymous - Sep 22nd, 2005   

Excellent story. For those who enjoy a romance with a twist, I highly recommend this story. Unbelievable, but fun. One of the best stories I've read this past year. - annonymous, 9/26/05 - Sep 26th, 2005   

I loved being warped to 1861 and reading the contrast in the'battle of wits'. Admired Danielle's spunk and skill and the sophistication and sexiness of Jess. - Anonymous - Sep 27th, 2005   

Wonderfully told story. The combination of time travel and the Civil War to me is irresistible, more so when it is so well written. Thanks, Stone. - Summer Sun - Oct 4th, 2005   

Wonderful story. A must read. - Anonymous - Oct 16th, 2005   

I can only second the previous comments: Excellent story! Thanks for the great read! - Mindwalker78 - Oct 18th, 2005   

I don't know why I delayed reading this when it's such a fantastic story. Wonderful dialogue and characters, fast paced, doesn't hurt your brain but has enough twists to keep you hanging for the end. Sexy, hot, assertive, spunky, smart and gentle. Stone is a writer who hits the mark everytime. - E - Mar-07-2006   

Amazing! Enjoy this read. - Anonymous - Sep-23-2007   

Great characters. Great storyline. I was hesitant at first to begin this story given gime travel is involved however Stone pull it off. I encourage you to read all of Stone's work. You will not be disappointed. - lee - Oct-25-2008   

Like other sci-fi is not my bag, however this story was different.
'Stone' pulled off the time transitions in this story really well and made it an entertaing adventure for aall readers. . - aj - Nov-14-2008   

Great job. Well done. - sassy123 - Dec-02-2010   

Brilliant. - Silver - Jan-04-2011   

Very interesting story. I liked the twist and Danielle's reactions were spot on to me. I liked how their relationship developed between Jess and Danielle too. A good read. - Lyn B - Mar-20-2011   

great story couldn't stop reading it. - Anonymous - Nov-24-2011   

loved this story,great charactors and the writing was very discriptive you could almost smell the gun powder.well worth a read although i must say i felt it needed a bit more at the end so a sequel would be more than welcome - chippy - May-10-2012   

Different enough to keep me reading. Well worth the time to read thru in one sitting. Strong characters well fleshed out. - anon - Dec-02-2015   

This was a great story. Well written, complex characters and a good mystery as well. Please write more stories. - Deb - Oct-14-2016   

the story is great .....the best story ever.....finished the story please..all the best take care' - fa artemis - Nov 18th, 2005   

I love romantic comedies and this story has it all. The characters were real and the writing made me experience their emotions with them. - SA-lover - May-09-2006   

Very nice story. The sequel is just as good, and I really really would like to know what happens next in the lives of these caracters. Wonderful story - lyneX - Feb-18-2007   

I enjoyed this story, great characters with a touch of Hotness thrown in. - Brighteyez - Oct-08-2009   

I'd recommend reading this story. I found it to be entertaining and a good way to pass some idle time. - uber goober - Jun-26-2010   

Amazing story, very cute. I loved it. - Raf_51 - Oct-07-2010   

A truly amazing story, and funny too. I loved every second!
- Ricky - Apr-22-2012   

:) loved it! immensely enjoyed the characters personality that came through from the start. i'll more than likely be reading this again. - Aahi Young - May-15-2014   

Really great story just to short :( well done xx - SD - Aug-30-2015