Not Cannon, but don't let that stop you. It could be fun to make this longer. - Psappho - May-25-2008   

Cute story! - Netta - Aug-10-2011   

I absolutely loved Fire Within it is-- non stop, action packed, with a great story line. I stayed up till 4 am one morning, to finish it! Loved the combination of mystery, murder, love, and monster. I plan to read everything of yours. Have started your new story and it is wonderful to see Skylar and the characters from Fire Within back. Love what I am reading.
Keep writing. - Joan - Jan-07-2008   

I am enjoying this story. I always feel as if I am taking every step with the characters. It is refreshing to feel the words, to see what is happening.
Look forward to more from this author. Do not know how to write and tell her what I think of the story. - Rachel - Jan-13-2008   

I have enjoyed the stories written by Anita Louise, especially Fire Within. Was very happy to see she is
writing a sequel to this wonderful story.
Captive Hearts has taken me back to these great
characters. I love Skylar,think she is one beautiful
fantastic woman, but have to say, Tara Coltrane
is making a good mark on the reader. This last chapter of CH, brought the woman back. Looks like she will be working with Skylar to find Bobby. I see a lot of excitement and close encounters coming. Looking forward to the next chapter. - Debbie - Feb-06-2008   

Captive Hearts touched me as I lost a very dear friend who had been abducted. Took me awhile to keep reading but I am now hooked on this story. Have read Fire Within and love this story also. The two women were so real, I was there. Every moment along this incredible journey. Each character, every place written with such clarity. I loved the town, the people, the surrounding areas.
Well, not all the people, some really are scoundrels.

I have found that Captive Hearts brings many of the wonderful characters back to the reader. It is great that Sky has a nemeses like Tara. She can be bad, and really bad, yet she can also been dearing. Have to say the two would make a really great team.
There would never be a moment of dullness around these two.

Then I also have to say, Sky and Bobie are a fabulous couple. From the beginning in Fire Within to now. I feel for Bobie, I feel for Sky and wait patiently for the next chapter of this compelling story to become available.
- Barbara Jean - Mar-11-2008   

Finally, Anita Louise has given us the long awaited sequel to FIRE WITHIN that is still appearing on the top 25. Skylar, Bobie, Tara and other characters so well written you can't forget them and want to see more of their adventures. Excellent backgrounds, scenery, mystery and fine dialogue. CAPTIVE HEARTS looks like another captivating tale. Can't wait for the next chapter. - O Ger - Mar-19-2008   

Captive Hearts a wonderful story. Characters I can see and places I would like to see.
The story takes a person from Fire Within and allows them to see what is happening after. I love Fire Within and I love this story too. From Skys love for Bobie to all the excitement, that enfolds. Would love to know more about The Canyon. But at the same time cant wait to see where the author is taking the characters, as they all seem to be going in different directions. Some together some apart. I travel the road with them. Waiting to see just what will come around the next bend. Captive Hearts has captured mine. - Debra - Jul-19-2008   

Forgot the spice index.

Captive Hearts causes my heart to beat faster, at certain times,sensations take a lovely journey that caresses me in
wonderful ways. - Debra - Jul-19-2008   

Just want to say I enjoy this story. Have been
waiting for more. Does anyone know how I can
read more.

- Deanna - Aug-12-2008   

thank you for finishing this story,Now we are desperately waiting for another sequel...please say it's coming soon,Bobby and sky deserve better. - Anonymous - Aug-18-2008   

Where to begin, so much happens in this fantastic story, it is hard to pinpoint one thing. I loved Fire Within. It is marvelous. I love, all the characters in FW. I did not think there would be a story that would touch me like Fire Within, but the writer has done this with her sequel, Captive Hearts. It is nice to see the characters again as well as some new. This story brings out the humanity, the heartache, the caring and love one has for one another. And
the sex wowzah!

There is plenty of action including a great sword fight, a daring rescue in the Everglades, enough meanies to sink a ship but there is also a bit of levity, it shows there can still be enjoyment regardless what is ahead or happening. Throughout this story, Love is the key, but sometimes love
takes a backseat to life and a person has to deal with what is handed to them.

Each character is vivid, I can see the places, what is happening as I read. Tara Coltrane really shines in this as does, Barbara Johnson and Belle Gardner. Bobie parker, reached out and touched me, she is a great character. I was by her side all the way. And Skylar Richmond wow, what a person. Too bad there isnt anyone like that around here.

Like I wrote, I loved the story, I love the characters. I enjoyed this and cannot wait for a sequel. I know the characters will be back, I look forward to whatever direction the writer takes them. Because I feel it will be another amazing, terrific read.
- Debbie J - Aug-19-2008   

a must read! - aj - Sep-06-2008   

This is a sweet B-7 story. I liked the honest thoughts and emotions of both. - Kali - Jul-14-2009   

Excellent, will it be continued. - Luvtigger71 - Mar-14-2010   

futuristic meets fanatsy...my kind of story..waiting for the sequel - readinglori - Aug-23-2010   

gotta be a sequel????? plz....... - Anonymous - Aug-30-2010   

Very interesting! Different approach and characters. Hoping for a sequel! - garlicbaby1964 - Sep-14-2010   

Okay... surely there is more to follow. I like the beginning. Can't wait to see what comes next. - Anonymous - Mar-26-2011   

this was such a lovely romantic story. I love how sweet the charachters are and I couldn't wait to find out how the story ended. It was such fun ending I hope Ri writes more of it - Pip - Sep 27th, 2002   

I love this story. It seems to go one way and then all of the sudden it goes another. I also adored the two main charachters. It gave me what I wanted a wonderful way to relax after a hard days work. Thanks Ri - Janet - Jan 15th, 2003   

I started this story just because I wanted a sweet love story. It is but I was caught up in the twists and surprises too. I loved the charachters and felt very much a part of the action. I was really charmed by this tale. - Yvette - Mar 11th, 2003   

I loved this romantic story. It is one that you never knew what was going to happen next and are surprised by what does. I really loved the charachters they lead you on a gentle fun adventure! - Petra - Oct 13th, 2003   

Wow! Loved this romantic story. I think that the compassion that Robin had for Rosie was beautiful. I wish I had someone swoop in and rescue me like that. - Toddie - Apr 27th, 2004   

I think this a wonderful story, its nice and twisty sort of a mystery with a sweet romance in the center of it. I loved it! Thank you. - Anonymous - Sep 16th, 2004   

This was a lovely romantic tale. The characters were great & not too over the top, the mystery & suspense thrilling, and I wish for a sequel or an epilogue. Please Ri continue to share your wonderful stories w/ us. - Lysia - Aug-20-2007   

Super sweet! - Anonymous - Jul-15-2008   

Aww...sweet and gentle. A wonderful love story. - Teresa Thomas - Oct-18-2008   

I love this story. Everything the Ri does is a winner. - Valencia - Feb-14-2010   

A story like no other. I feel life's burden slip away when I sit down to read at the Athenaeum. And it stories like this that keep a smile on my face and the sun shining above... Thank you so very much to Ri and the Athenaeum staff! - Samantha - Sep-19-2014   

This is a great story and well written by C.E. Gray. It is a fun, adventurous, and at times a tearjerker. A sequel would be well received by me. - Lysia - Feb-15-2008   

This story is awesome and is one of my favorites! Great Job! - Kelz - Mar-17-2008   

BEAUTIFUL - Anonymous - Mar-31-2015   

Really nice read x - SD - Sep-05-2015   

A truly beautiful and well written story. Congratulations on a wonderful story. - David - Jul-24-2016   

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Another well done story by this author. - beckek1 - Nov-24-2008   

I LOVE it! Romantic and sweet but with a charming innocence. Everything one has come to expect from Alex Tryst. - Anonymous - Nov-24-2008   

this story is short and sensual and sweet. definitely a must read for the romantics. i sighed and smiled til the end. - me - Nov-24-2008   

Beautiful, sensual, lovely ... simply a pleasure. - wasabigrrl - Nov-24-2008   

Lovely - Anonymous - Nov-28-2008   

wow fantastic - Anonymous - Dec-14-2008   

Short but oh so sweet. This is a great tale of first time love. - uber goober - Dec-10-2009   

a very sweet tale... - bluebutterfly - Aug-10-2010   

this story is about dreams -however improbable they might be- coming true.. everyone who has ever fallen for someone unattainable, will love this story.. so i guess that should count for most us.. - xtra dog - Nov-19-2011   

Thank you author for a lovely story. Short but very sweet. - JC - Dec-04-2011   

This is one of my favorite lesbian romances of all time. I believe it needs a sequel, there are so many unanswered questions that boggles the mind. Great writing by the author!!!! I really want a sequel but considering this story was written when I was 2 years old, I don't think a sequel is in the near future. - Julie - May-06-2014   

i really enjoyed this. it says part 2 in a series, but you don't really have to read the first to understand this one. for me, this one is a much more enjoyable piece than the first. - Anonymous - Jan-20-2011   

Great story! - Anonymous - Jan-20-2011   

I loved this story, especially because I'm a Club Wotever regular and even the mention of it fills me with joy. - helena - Jan-23-2011   

I love the story, but there were a few grammatical errors that made a little difficult on the eyes, and kinda unrealistic, but i guess thats why it is fiction. - jaye - Jan-26-2011   

I loved the story,although,unless there is a sequel, i wish we could have seen how Lyric reacted during and after Diera's pregnancy. - DAB - Jan-26-2011   

Absolute must read - Anonymous - Mar-13-2011   

A difficult read indeed. Apart from spelling and grammar, there are continuity and plot issues that are immediately apparent (Diera is unique enough a name, tack on Voicemail and it becomes unforgettable, n'est pas?). HOWEVER, the characters are so compelling, and the dynamic between the 2 main characters is so engaging, that you get sucked right into the story. You desperately want to find out what happens next... which is why the quote at the very beginning of this story is so apt... Curiouser and curiouser... - Anna Lei - Apr-22-2011   

Excellent, sexy story. Great Read. Everything this author has posted is well worth the time. - Anonymous - Oct-14-2013   

Just what the doctor ordered!!! the scenes are hot and sizzling!!! - Blue Angel - Aug-26-2016   

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This was a fantastic story. I loved it I dont love alot of them that I read. It has a great plot, an enderinly wonderful firsttime, and is beautifuly written one of the best Ive read. - LadyJulianna - Oct 17th, 2002   

intriguing and original story - h - Oct-06-2007   

This and the Series that follows is one of my favorites. Excellent if your looking for a Classic that nails the Characters dead on. - cpo - May-03-2014   

A really excellent story! - aurelius - Mar-28-2008   

AMAZING!!!!! Don't pass this up!!!! - Anonymous - Sep-26-2011   

You are one of my fav authors. Just love your work. Great story. - dms_143 - Feb-17-2008   

This was an interesting perspective. Sweet! - Starry - Jul-07-2009   

I have a great affinity for Mel/Janice stories, but I cannot bring myself to read either "As You Desire Me" or "The Phoenix And The Flame" as long as these: ' and " , are replaced with this: ?

For example: ?I have an apartment in New Orleans, if you don?t have a place to stay.?

Now, I've never been a stickler for correct grammar, but this is too much. If corrected, I'd be more than happy to read them, but not as it is right now. Or, alternatively, if someone could guide me to a proper copy, I would be most grateful. - Wolvie - Jun-22-2006   

Great Janice and Mel erotica. Grammer errors have been fixed. - Jessica - May-16-2011   

Wonderfully well written story. A must read. Thank you. - dms_143 - Feb-17-2008   

Simply lovely. - Jenn - Sep-27-2009   

Too cute for words, I loved it!! - Xena - Mar-08-2010   

Cute, if not a little formulaic. Still, solid piece. - Anonymous - Mar-20-2010   

Cute, if not a little formulaic. Still, solid piece. - Frida - Mar-20-2010   

one of the best authors ever..reese and tory are so adorable..love each and everyone of their stories,so if you do too make sure and buy the books and support radclyffe. - Grace - Sep-27-2008   

So good. For reals. - Anonymous - Dec-18-2008   

I loved this story. I wish for another continuation of the characters. - purplehawke - Apr-19-2009   

Sorry but the link is broken... [5-5-2009 - Published work, no longer available online] - Anonymous - May-04-2009   

the link is broken...please fix it [5-18-2009 Published work - no longer available online] - superlucian - May-17-2009   

just visited the author's website.. she does have a lot of books published.. i had no idea.. guess that's one of the reasons xenafiction.net is such a valuable website.. - xtra dog - Oct-13-2012   

OMG!!! I was crackin' up the whole time!! Yeah baby! - Anonymous - Nov-09-2008   

this is one laugh-out-loud funny piece. well-written. you will find yourself with tears in your eyes and an ache in your stomach from laughing. - Olivia - Nov-12-2008   

OMG funny laugh my arse off
excellent - Anonymous - Nov-14-2008   

**** Spoiler Alert **** I usually don't appreciate comedies but read this if you want to bust a gut; it's genuinely funny. The only "down-side" to this was that the ending was a bit abrupt. - Anonymous - Dec-06-2008   

I couldn't stop laughing when I read this! It was just awesome! - Rylie - Oct-27-2011   

LOVED IT! - lesiaf - Oct 11th, 2004   

Real sweet and hot! - Starry - Aug-10-2011   

Very sweet story! - Irish1 - Jul-23-2008   

Sweet! - Anonymous - Dec-02-2010   

beautiful holiday story. and, yes, sweet as sugarplums. - kc - Dec-12-2010   

Very sweet story. I found it be have great charm. Good characters and very well written. It leaves you with a large smile on your face:-) - Lyn B - Jun-30-2011   

very endearing story.. a must read during the holiday season to get into the x-mas spirit.. unless you work in retail, of course.. ;) - xtra dog - Feb-02-2013   

**** Spoiler Warning **** Beautifully written, heartwrentching! The writer's Cardinal Rule is not in effect. Cried all afternoon after I read this. - Samantha - May-18-2009   

Too bad the ratings don't show an angst factor. Thanks for the major effort. It was worth the tears. - Anonymous - May-20-2009   

it was good. sad but good. i was waiting for the moment that they would end up together and it broke my heart when they didnt. but it is a really good story - pickles - Jun-11-2010   

Ive been meaning to read this and just never oabtined a chance. Its an issue that Im pretty interested in, I just started reading and Im glad I did. Youre a good blogger, 1 of the greatest that Ive seen. This weblog definitely has some information and facts on subject that I just wasnt aware of. Thanks for bringing this things to light.VA:F [1.9.7_1111]please wait...VA:F [1.9.7_1111](from 0 votes) - pDUtkdXUjbTowlVzy - Apr-08-2012   

interesting story line, fast paced, well written. Well done! - bookgeek - Mar-29-2010   

Really enjoyed the story. Recommend it. I've liked everything this author has graciously shared with us. - Anonymous - Dec-16-2011   

Awesome...... Highly recommend . - Anonymous - Nov-13-2012   

A wonderful tale! It kept me reading half the night! (and most of the morning.. now it's over.. sniff..whimper..) Excellant development of most interesting and lovable characters! I'd like to travel with them again sometime. Great attention to detail! I wanted it to be one of those stories that just keep going. I know, it was fairly long as stories go, but, I was hoping for the novella. Ok, the kingsized, mondo e mondo, extracurricular, energizer bunny, expanded version of the novella. Hint! Hint! Yes, please write the sequel.. Pssst... What happened to the... Oh, I guess that would be a spoiler, can't write that.(heh) I look forward to seeing more of your work soon! May your muse always smile upon you! Thanx, for the journey, M - Mary A - Mar 22nd, 2003   

WOW! uhm WOW! I loved this story! The characters were incredible! I stayed up all night reading this,I couldn't stop until the end and I wanted more!C.E.Gray has done an excellent job and I highly recomend this story. I just hope we get to read more about Sam and Kayla real soon (hint,hint)! - jbamazon - Mar 26th, 2003   

I just finished reading all 5 parts and I found it to be excellent. I loved it from begining to end . Easy to read and very good all around. I wish I could give it a higher rateing than the list here calls for !!!! - Lilly - Apr 20th, 2003   

wow again an awesome story, I started reading and didn´t stop till the end and read it a couple of times since, I so hope there will be a sequal, I would love to see how Sam and Kayla are doing. so love this writer, your great Mustang. - Mar - Aug-25-2008   

Nice story x - SD - Jul-04-2015   

romantique et si doux - francess - Jul-28-2015   

intense and captivating every time i read a story by Radclyffe i want more, beautiful and deep in every way - tracy - Aug 31st, 2004   

Thoroughly enjoyed this!! Makes me want my own Island hideway...a slow, dreamy utopia filled with heady nights and sun drenched days. Aaawwww...if only... - JC - Nov-13-2008   

THANK GOD I FOUND ANEW RADCLYFFE NOVEL. SHE IS MY FAV. THE ISLAND IS BEAUTIFUL. IT REMINDS ME THE TIME I SPENT IN ANDAMANS. "Radclyffe tussi great ho". - hellraizer77 - Feb-27-2009   

Lovely - Silver - Oct-06-2010   

Beautiful and sexy ^^ - yuka - Dec-28-2010   

**** SPOILER ALERT **** i've read this story about 2 years ago.. and i remember it nearly broke my heart when it looked like there was not going to be a happy ending to it.. i loved the way the author approached a very delicate subject and all the different reactions it evokes in people.. none were overly dramatized and yet it still struck a chord.. - xtra dog - Oct-13-2012   

Fantastic story another great one from radclyffe xx - SD - Nov-24-2015   

Such lovely tension. A good wholesome uber with all the tension you could possibly want (and then some). - Ape - Jul-01-2008   

A good read. I thought it could have used a bit more spice though. Very well written. - Amanda - Jul-04-2008   

a really good read well paced with believable characters. I
would like to see more of Simone & Sara. - Anonymous - Jul-11-2008   

Interesting story, I think it's a first for me that I prayed the whole time that the two girls wouldn't come together.
- Anonymous - Jul-28-2008   

D is always a great storyteller. She makes this unlikely scenario, work beautifully. - Silver - Aug-22-2011   

they sure know how to throw punches.. nice read.. - october - Feb-03-2013   

I don't normally enjoy a story with this much anger and fighting but the premise and resolution really works. The ending post rescue was too abrupt and left me wondering what comes next. A definite must for those who like stories with more negative emotions. - Stacia - Feb-03-2013   

I loved this story! It was awesome all the way through. Great job D!!! - Xebrite - Aug-30-2016   

One of the better ones! - Anonymous - Sep-03-2016   

I loved rereading the story again. It's a good story. - taz - Jan-06-2018   

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I read this story a long time ago, and it's still very sweet. This was the one that got me hooked on HerBard's writing. She's talented, she's funny and her characters are more than believable! They're great, they're nearly human and they stay with you for a long time after you've read the story. Don't miss this one! - taleweaver - Oct 26th, 2002   

does any one know where the missing chapters are? i love this story and the last chapter of part 2 is missing - hahler - Nov-12-2006   

Broken link. - Lysia - Feb-27-2008   

This link is not broken, actually, a pretty cool story! Take a look. - Ami - May-12-2008   

I liked the story. It was sweet and kept my interest. I like stories like this. I would love to read more from Her Bard.
May 16, 2008 - Starry - May-16-2008   

I though this was a brilliant story. It got me hooked from the beggining and definately look forward to a sequel. I can't believe this was Her Bards first attempt, as it was so good. I loved the interaction between Xena and Gabrielle and then with Lycea and Solan as the story and the family developed. I definately recommend anyone and everyone to read this story - Mizaran shadow - Jul-03-2008   

SEQUEL PLEASE..........La latina - Anonymous - Sep-09-2010   

I LOVED this story! It was a theme I was thinking of writing. The fact that Artemis blessed either women with a child the looked like the other!

I want to see a old Lycea! please write more - Lee - Feb-25-2011   

A page turner, can't wait to see how it develops Katia Ruiz is a fantastic writer. Although she's just started to get her stuff posted, she captures the reader with interesting and complex characters. Look forward to more work from this bard. - Anonymous - Nov 17th, 2002   

On the recommendation of a friend I read "Sweet Surrender". I can tell this is one bard with major talent (in fact if time permits today I'm dying to read more of her works) but, for me anyway, it has one glaring faux pas. This very promising story falls victim to the "Invincible Dyke Syndrome", you know the woman who can have amazingly, fantastic, sex while: sick, injured, hurt but still on the living side of death's door or still recuperating from the aforementioned senarios. I also pegged the wrong character as the "surrenderer"...but I wouldn't mind having that libido for a day. - Kay - Dec 25th, 2002   

Yeah, a beautiful and believable story. This is the first story I have read by Ms. Ruiz and i am looking forward to reading her other submissions.
Katia A. Ruiz you have talent, thanks for sharing your works with us! - aj - Aug-15-2008   

My previous comments still stand. Sorry for the error in your middle initial. - aj - Aug-15-2008   

Wonderful story. I think it ended rather quickly. A sequel would be great. We'd like to know if Jeffrey was confronted about that pile of lies, and Cassidy's reaction when she finds out she's the first to bring Andrea to an, uhh.....higher plane of pleasure ;-) Anyway; great author, great story, highly recommended! - TKD Vixen - May-15-2011   

~SPOILER ALERT~ Sorry guys, the above comment contains a spoiler. I clicked on spoiler when I posted it, but it didn't show up. - TKD Vixen - May-15-2011   

Really great read xx - SD - Jul-05-2015   

This story is part of a 3 story romance that describes the feelings of 2 lovers and their family. Littlespit does a super job of describing the family and exploring emotions of those involved. Its worth reading this group of 3..... - CoolNik - Jun-13-2010   

10 sur 10 - Anonymous - Jul-29-2015   

this is a beautiful story about a deep friendship... and for me, it's not a lesbian story ! congratulations to Irish for this Uber !!! - laurence - Sep 28th, 2003   

This is a fabulous story. I loved it. - purplehawke - Jul-10-2008   

I read this in one sitting! Please write a sequel. - Gillian - Jul-12-2008   

Excellent friendship story. If you're looking for a story about friends, this is the one for you. Left me looking for the next part - sequel please! - Stacia - Jan-02-2009   

Excellent! Greatly enjoyed this wonderful story about a beautiful friendship. Loved the mystery, the legends, and the action, I held my breath through some of the scenes! Thank you for sharing this amazing story. Hopefully one day there will be a chance to look into Bryg's Tress's lives. - Chess - Nov-09-2009   

LOL! I'm still laughing. Way too funny to be called just a PWP. Good Job! Have you thought about writing something longer? - JJ - Oct 5th, 2004   

Really cute and quirky and much more than just a PWP, more SWP. A sequel or sidecar to give us more of these two central characters as well as another humorous look at bubbles, i mean kandy, or er, bambii...would really be appreciated. Good work, keep it coming!!! - toni - Jan-19-2010   

Nice - Anonymous - Jan-20-2010   

it's a very sweet and sexy story!! There is huge room to explore, it's a gread read!! - Anonymous - Jan-21-2010   

Sweet and funny. Nice read. - Lyn B - Mar-25-2011   

This is a wonderful story. Erin's stories just keep getting better and better. This one has vivid, unforgettable characters and you will never guess the ending. A must read. - squrl - Sep 11th, 2005   

This is a well written story about power and seduction. It's powerful and disturbing to watch how Eleanor treats Winnie. I'm glad there is a sequel that 'evens the score'. Worth reading. - Lyn B - Apr-06-2011   

A three day version of the movie 9-1/2 weeks. And its just as erotic and spicy. Don't forget to read Nirvana, the sequel. Taken together, this is a very good read. Definitely one of the most erotic I've read on Athenaeum. And one of the rare select few I gave a 10,10 on both overall and spice index. - OMG - Aug-02-2011   

Smitty is one of my favorite authors. This is a person who was born with the gift to tell a story. She is so incredibly gifted, that I forget I am a reader. Her words become the truth, a reality. The Amazons of Dahomey was a fantastic follow up to The Charioteer. EMPOWERING.... - SHANE - May 23rd, 2002   

Susan Smith has a unique gift in telling a story. Though I cannot see the Xena and Gabrielle from the TV series in her story, but she had taken the characters of Xena and Gabrielle into another world of her own creation filled with drama, adventure, and romance. When I read this story, I always thought it more of an uber than classic Xena fiction, though it is not exactly uber and more of classic. I think only a great story teller can do that flawlessly. Thank you. - BYL - Mar-14-2006   

It was a good and inspiring piece of work, though that Xena seemed strange for me.. - XS-DARKLORD - Dec-21-2008   

this is a great read. try it. - Anonymous - Jan-05-2009   

I LAUGHED! Be it humor or pathos, Kam writes a great story. - Anonymous - Feb 20th, 2004   

the link is not working - Lee - Jul-02-2008   

this is too funny! would like to see this continue. i'm willing to bet these two could drive steph right into the loony bin with a couple of adventures. - Linda - Jul-29-2008   

ROFLMAO...thanks for fixing the link it was worth it. - Lee - Jul-29-2008   

TOO friken funny. I wish it was longer. - brighteyez - Jul-30-2008   

Lighthearted and crazy story. Well written and fun to read. - Lyn B - Feb-23-2011   

fun to read.thank you! - Anonymous - Feb-25-2011   

i really enjoyed reading this story - though it was short, and a little kiss here and there won't hurt. but i still like it, nonetheless. hope you would write a sequel. i want to see how their relationship goes from here. thanks for the post. - yui1808 - Mar-29-2011   

This was really odd... lol just read it. - Amanda - Aug-16-2011   

oh yeah.. i have to agree with linda.. the adventures these two could have would definitely screw steph up.. loved the ending of the story as well.. that final sentence really had me laughing out loud.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Oh HILAAAARIOUS!!! Very entertaining. Write another with these characters, they are so funny - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

Pole Dance is a sensual read that had me enjoying the erotic flavors of riding your lover and loving the ride. I enjoyed this erotic short story and just want to share my enthusiasm about this authors fantastic work. If you want to read about a butch being taken by the femme and all the loving that entails...read this story. - JLNicky - May-14-2006   

very HOT! - Anonymous - Dec-06-2007   

Slow dancing in the dark; well done, Bliss. Hot! - wasabigirl - Oct-19-2008   

Very good story. Would like to see a full version - andi - May-22-2009   

This is really nice treat. I liked the beginning and loved the ending more. - EC - May-27-2009   







Whoa!! Nice ride...hope to see more/




- rleef` - Jun-03-2009   

More please? - Anonymous - Sep-05-2008   

short and sweet - Anonymous - Sep-06-2008   

Keep them coming - Anonymous - Jan-31-2009   

Good stuff! Great visuals from this story :) - deb - May-20-2009   

Beautiful! You can feel the emotions building during the entire story. - Anonymous - Dec-07-2008   

I really loved this story and the sequel. Norsebard really captures xe/gab well. Read them both - they are sweet and lots of fun. - Anonymous - Mar-27-2011   

cute, very cute... - bluebutterfly - Apr-15-2011   

What a great story. Nice job - sassy123 - Oct-10-2011   

Strongly recommended, especially for anyone wanting a nice, romantic story that doesn't just go click-click-click for the two Ubers and that has a wonderful, humerous undertone throughout. The interactions between Sarah and her best friend are particularly brilliant. Super job, Norsebard. - ianic - Feb-08-2011   

I really love this story.Romanic,fun.
Sequel is needed here.Very good.
Love this writer. - donar - Feb-08-2011   

Great story. - Anon - Feb-15-2011   

Very good story. A sequel would be very welcome. - pegi - Feb-21-2011   

loved this. - Silver - Mar-01-2011   

good drama... - bluebutterfly - Apr-19-2011   

Powerful. Disturbing. Unquestionably a different angle on the relationship the two characters share. It bears the gritty realism of a dark emotional co-dependancy, and gives me the willies when I think of how Gabrielle might have felt obliged to stay. Very well written. - Anonymous - Mar 22nd, 2002   

That was awful. I don't like your take on their relationship - Lisa - Apr 16th, 2002   

Turning Xena into a rapist without benefit of a plot was far too dirty...had she been possessed or crazy with anger or grief I could see it I did like the premise of Xena being soft when it comes to losing her bard but come on she doesn't want to lose her friend then she turns around and hurts her..doesn't make sense writer should think before writing! - solari - Jul 9th, 2002   

Now, I am biased because I know Lariel quite well now. But even before meeting and working with her, I was always impressed at the chances she took, and the way she never repeated herself. She's certainly written a dozen stories where X+G are in a loving relationship, but this story was a different take, and it certainly has nothing to do with rape. I could never have written this story, but isn't that the point? That we don't limit writers, because sometimes the most powerful and effective writing comes from finding a new perspective. This story confirms that. - Kamouraskan - Oct 22nd, 2002   

I disagree with lisa's comment - the story is very well written and has a unique take on the relationship. It is not how i view xe and gab, but it is a good and thought provoking short story. - GraceH - Nov 28th, 2002   

wow, this is powerful. definitely not an ordinary tale, good that it's short too - the point made and idea planted - amazing! usually love is not like that but thank you Lariel for showing the different types of it. - Katrina - Jan 2nd, 2004   

Well, after reading the story and the other comments made, I can officially say I don't know what to think. On the one hand, very well written, thought provoking and somewhat horrifying. On the other hand, I can't say that I like the idea of Gabrielle feeling obligated to have a sexual relationship with Xena. Though this is definitely not my take on their relationship, I can see where it is a valid view point, and it makes me wonder if the author, at one time, felt obligated to submit to something she truly did not wish to. That thought saddens me, because it seems like a very lonely way to live. At any rate, I don't find it my place to set judgement on anyone, especially someone brave enough to post something that they had to know would be very controversial in the Xenaverse. Rabid sub-texters, I'm sure, are turning red and digging their nails into their desks, even as I make this comment. Unfortunately, that means that many will judge this story unfairly, but then, it's all about personal taste, isn't it? - Anonymous - Jan 3rd, 2004   

One anonymous to another, this is to the other post. I'm a huge subtexter and I read this, you know I liked it. Sometimes it gets tiring reading the same thing over and over. Xena looks at Gabrielle, I love you Xena. I love you too Gabrielle then they fall between one another's thighs and screw like bunnies happily ever after. It was nice to read something that was different and surprising. Very good on you to do something original and follow a beat to a different drummer. JMTC. - Anonymous - Jan 7th, 2004   

Judgements on Xena and Gabrielle's relationship (in your minds people, remember that) and suppositions on the writer's own past miss the beauty of this story. I think this is a great work. The quality of the writing is exceptional, wish I found it more often. This is an original subject for this forum. And then especially for me it touched a very sensitive point as I have a fear not of being the victim but the subconscious aggressor.Thank you Lariel, for writing a piece which touched me. - Anonymous - Jan 14th, 2004   

I enjoyed this story very much and I thought the writing was excellent. Lariel should be publishing her own works - sorry, if she already has and I don't know. Contrary to what others have said in their comments, I think her take on Xena is keeping very much with canon and how the TV show depicted her. As we saw from the show, prior to her "change", she was a sociopath - she took what she wanted, maimed, killed, pillaged, used sex as a weapon and for pleasure. I know a lot of people view Xena and Gabrielle's relationship through the lens of a Harlequin romance novel and through their own notions of what they want in a relationship - but that reflects a 20th century way of thinking about relationships - and it's a luxury people did not have back during a time where they struggled more with having enough food to eat or having a roof over thier heads or worrying about the next warlord to come along who was going to take away everyhing you had which was probably not very much. The fact of the matter is, Xena is a very dark soul, filled with rage and aggression that can easily go from battlefield to bedroom, living during a time where violence was the norm. All that anger and brutality just doesn't go away just because she redirects it toward "the greater good". It's still there within her. While others feel she has changed and would not treat Gabrielle so brutally, there were no 12 step programs for people with violent tendencies like Xena or anger management classes to control her urges of rage and it makes more sense that a woman with her history, with her rage and brutal warrior tendencies, living in such a violent and "survival of the strongest" environmental culture, would have that violence bleed over into her personal relatioship with Gabrielle. That's why I thought "the rift" depicted on the show was realistic and keeping very much within Xena's personality. Kudos to Lariel for showing us a possibly more realistic portrayal of the Xena and Gabrielle relationship. - Karon Reiter - Jan 9th, 2005   

Very differnt. Well written but an angle I've never seen before. I would like to know what season this is set in. That might help explain it a bit more. I would think 2nd but I could be wrong. This really is something to ponder. Read and form your own opinion but please don't flame the bard. - Amanda - Sep-05-2008   

It takes guts to write something like this and then post it on-line where anybody can read it and either bash the story and the author or thank her for writting something so different and thought provoking. I liked it, it does get old reading about xena and gabrielle falling in love and everything is happily ever after. My only complaint is that I would have read Xena's thoughts the day/morning after. - d - Sep-09-2008   

Some of the reviewer's said rape, but I don't think so. Too me, Gabrielle was willing just wasn't sure if it was right for her. The story read to me like Gabrielle was afraid that Xena was going to take her will to life away. All in all it was an intriguing piece but I do wish the author would have wrote more. I feel like I'm missing a great deal of knowledge as to why Gabrielle would feel that way about Xena. - Ami - Nov-08-2008   

There seems to be a lot of upheaval over this story. I'm not gonna take the R-word in the mouth because I strongly believe this story wasn't about that. This author painted with words, and a painting will always look different to each pair of eyes that study it. - Anonymous - Dec-09-2009   

I've not rated this story cause I honestly don't know if I liked it or not. The fact is that it totally has the right to be here. Many of the other read go further than that and I wasn't utterly disturbed by this one. Let's say I don't like the idea developed here, but it' no big deal. Well written though - yuka - Dec-21-2010   

A darker well written look at our favorite duo. - Lysia - Apr-23-2011   

normally i read all the comments a story gets.. not this time though.. there was no point to it, since most readers went off on a rant whether or not this is what the relationship between xena and gabrielle was about.. imho this story is beautifull, well written from a completely different and also unsuspected angle.. i loved the analogy between the two cages.. - xtra dog - Nov-15-2011   

Another excellent offering from Larisa -- she just keeps getting better. I enjoyed the mystery -- didn't even come close to who the bad guy was. I always wait till things is done before starting as I know nothing will get done till I am done with the story. - Linda - Feb 25th, 2004   

maybe you can do another one where Davis comes back and they can finlly get him to tell the truth in court...during one of his cases...and maybe Fin's can rember again... and let Mac beat Davis up... - Anonymous - Sep-17-2008   

Nice read. I enjoyed it. - sassy123 - Dec-01-2010   

great story. - braniac - Dec-01-2011   

non stop humor and action makes for another of Larisa's classics. - mutt - Dec-16-2011   

What a pick-me-up for when you're feeling down or need a laugh. Larisa brings Merc and Finn to life in a way that only she can. One thing to loce about Larisa's stories is how she uses the mother figure to keep everyone in line. Loved it! - Stacia - Oct-23-2012   

A beautiful companion to Lost, so intimate an examination of the relationship that is so balanced and kept true to the original - romance and that forever after factor that I loved. - nondescriptone - Dec-19-2007   

A very nice ending to Lost. I wanted reach out and hug her as she told her story. Well done! - JC - Apr-11-2008   

It truly completes the story began in Lost. A balance. Thank you - Lee - Apr-21-2008   

An excellent sequel to Lost. It's beautifully written as usual with Erin's stories. I loved it. A must read. - Lyn B - Jan-25-2011   

Haunting. Left me feeling melancholy. Wonderful writing and evokes such strong emotion. A very good read. - Wheezie - Jan-15-2012   

amazing!! beautiful story :) - yani - Dec-03-2009   

truly a wonderful and wacky tale. - Anonymous - Dec-10-2009   

Great story. Loved the characters, especially Aunt Mimi. Hope to hear from them again. - DD - Dec-13-2009   

This was sweet and wonderful. I really loved the characters. They're so funny and charming and loving toward one another. The murder was a real twist too. Great job! - Kerr - Dec-17-2009   

I freakin' loooove this story!!!
Aunt Mimi is hilarious and I agree with the lieutenant, the girls are really cute together. This story definitely ranks among the best stories that I've ever read. I love the humor incorporated into the story. And Jay's pick-up lines?.... priceless :)))) - Sally - Dec-23-2009   

if you're into humor and romance, this is a definite must read.. if you're into murder mysteries, don't pass up on this story.. it is not often that an author can keep me guessing 'till the end, but i'm always delighted when an author succeeds in doing just that.. - xtra dog - Mar-15-2012   

Another entertaining and imaginative premise from BL Miller for a first time story. This time instead of characters from Xena's past, we get one from Gabrielle's. Very pleasant and relaxing read. No anxiety or stress related romance here. - kazy - Nov-28-2012   

First in a beautiful trilogy. A really wonderful writer. Please have a look at all three. - msprism - May-01-2007   

This wonderful story is actually the tird in the trigoly after Dellerium Tremens, A Lexicon for the Sunday Morning Sleeper. As ever Darkbloom gives the reader a good and witty story worth of your time - Callisto - Mar-02-2008   

**** SPOILER ALERT **** this was fine, but rather depressing. - kc - Aug-12-2010   

A very powerful and intense story. It's very well written, each word counts. Not a romantic, happy ending, but definitely worth reading. - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011   

I love this series, and have read it many times! The spin of Ramses being female is wonderful! Of course all of Ali Vali's works are truly a pleasure to read! - Pixieydust - Mar-22-2009   

Another literary gem given to us by Ali Vali. It was so good I read them all at one go. I'm sure if you take the time to read it you will enjoy it as much as I did. - uber goober - Oct-04-2009   

this story was much more diverse than the first story in this series.. some of the comments were funny and amusing.. good job.. - xtra dog - Dec-10-2011   

Fantastic!!! - Anonymous - Mar-13-2010   

loved it!! - yani - Mar-15-2010   

Great story. We want a sequel!!! - Anonymous - Mar-29-2010   

What fun! - offhermeds - Apr-28-2010   

This was very fun. I have enjoyed reading all your stories. Keep them coming please. - juliemania - Jul-22-2010   

I recommend this story. I just hope there is a sequel to this story. - Kimberly C. - Aug-09-2010   

Fantastic! Sequel please! - Anonymous - May-06-2011   

Love this story, great interaction between characters! Love to have a sequel! - Sparks - Jul-05-2011   

Funny and amazing... :) - Anonymous - Mar-18-2012   

Well written, fun and fantasy-filled. - The Fallen - Oct-11-2012   

Surprising amusing sweet story. - Ash - Aug-14-2015   

I definitely recommend this one, it's fantastic. The humour is great and I literally laughed out loud a few times. I really got involved in the story and had empathy for Reese and the situation she found herself in. I would love to read more. *Putting on best Oliver accent* Please Irish Eyes, may we have some more? Wait, what are you still doing reading this recommendation, go read the story and judge for yourself! :) - Dogz - Oct-05-2009   

cool story... i could just see Reese having all those accidents... lol... - estillore - Oct-08-2009   

Irish Eyes, I truly enjoyed your story and would love to read more!! The characters were realistic, and I laughed aloud also in some parts! Thank you for sharing, I can't wait to read more! Great job! - Pixieydust - Oct-14-2009   

Well done, my friend. I found myself laughing at all the "accidents". Ah, women, they tend to do that to us, don't they? Great story! - Alex Tryst

- Anonymous - Oct-14-2009   

Nice story, humor and heat! Keep up that writing Irish Eyes
- Anonymous - Nov-10-2009   

I just loved this story! Found myself laughing more than once. Great story Irish, can't wait for more! - Peyton Andrews - Jan-02-2010   

Nice and hot!! - lyneX - Jan-09-2011   

I never heard of the Morrowind Unviverse before and did some research after reading the story. But even without this background I really enjoyed the read a lot since I am a sucker for a good vampire story. I look very much forward to reading more story of Kudara and maybe even about the two heroines of this particular story. Good one, Kudara! - querdenker69 - Aug-16-2006   

I love the Elder Scrolls world and this story was very good even though it was short. Bravo! - Michipoo - Sep-10-2006   

Excellent story! Please keep writing. - Gumboots - Sep-30-2006   

Awesome, and a wonderful genre to write in as well. I wonder, would anyone be interested in a tale set in Oblivion's universe? I have a nice one percolating about a wood elf and a dark elf...

I might just have to submit a tale myself :)

Great story, thanks for sharing! - -Aerows- - Nov-04-2006   

fantastic - Anonymous - Mar-22-2008   

Great story but too short, sequel please. - Anonymous - Jun-01-2008   

What a great beginning. Hopefully a sequel. I want to know more!! - rleef - May-01-2009   

Wonderful tale from start to finish. I've played Morrowind myself and the developers never fully explored the possibilities of the vampiric POV. Thank you for a refreshing and new perspective on an often-ignored aspect of the game. - Reb - Sep-15-2009   

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

Loved the story. Hopefully we will hear more from them? - Nancy - Jun-09-2008   

Hot..hot...hot. Looking forward to the next work by this author. - Lee - Jun-11-2008   

Loved this very sexy story. - Anonymous - Oct-15-2008   

Loved the story ... and the ending. - Taylor - Dec-04-2008   

Both of these stories are great - and hot! I am glad that there is the sequel, but more would be great.
Lucky indeed! Delightful PWP reading. Enjoy - but not at work - you won't get anything done ... - Georgia - Aug-30-2013   

Wow, simply put this is an incredibly sexy and well written story. The author is way too modest in the disclaimer. This tale has truly been a pleasure to read. - ubergoober - Jun-04-2014   

more please! - Anonymous - Jul-21-2008   

Aww this was so sweet and simple in a kind of frustrating way. And again you leave us wanting more! Will there be? Pretty please? - Anonymous - Jul-22-2008   

Thank you! Had a great time reading these. More? - jenn - Jul-23-2008   

C.U.T.E.!!! - Anonymous - Jul-24-2008   

aww it ends?! pity! can we hope for more? i'd love more. this was such a tease - zuni - Aug-19-2008   

Just got through reading this series and was terribly disappointed to see it end. Things were just kicking off! I see others want more too so add my name to that list. teehee
Thanks for this! - LMitz - Feb-02-2009   

this entire series is fantastic. it is sweet, engaging. i would not say no to more. - kc - Jul-31-2010   

i couldn't help it: i had to laugh.. seriously, this story had me smiling throughout.. until i had to laugh.. very entertaining and sweet series.. - xtra dog - Feb-03-2013   

great - the only thing missing is the kiss ;)! - opensource - Feb-04-2013   

very goofy story, a must read - Callisto - Mar-03-2008   

short and sweet - Anonymous - Dec-27-2010   

A first-time story with an unusual twist. Funny and sexy. - LadyKate - Oct 2nd, 2003   

i truly enjoyed this story. i recommend it to everyone who are both fans of vampire genres and xena warrior princess... - MercJan - Nov-28-2010