I guess my partner was tired of me bitching about the scarcity of classic X&G fanfic and (after I overdosed on uber's) she searched this site and found this delightful author. All I can say is this bard is one excellent writer and I know I'm going to enjoy reading the rest of her stories if this one is any indication of her talent. - Kaye - Dec 7th, 2003   

Jamie Boughen is an excellent storyteller. I recommend all of his stories - he never disappoints. - Karon Reiter - Jan 7th, 2005   

I just read this for the third time since he wrote it back in 1997. This was my very first Xena fiction I ever read and it inspired me to become a bard. His work is still some of thee best! - Red Hope - Aug-09-2006   

This fic has everything: Amazons, a battle-tough Xena with a gentle side, and a loving Gabrielle, but even better there's a little girl that brings it all together. Simply amazing story! - lb - Feb-03-2008   

I just happened to stumble upon a link to this story. While I must say that this wasn't what I expected, I must also say that this is one of the few times where I'm glad, for it was more than that. This story does indeed live up to its name, providing the reader with realistic characterizations. Ultimately, a very well composed story that holds true to its theme and takes you on an emotive ride. - Anonymous - Feb-05-2008   

This is a very different look into Xena. It has Amazons, action, love, humor and the greater good. Be prepared to be touched n shed a few tears. - Anonymous - May-09-2008   

Great story great plot..this one reads like a Xena ep.. - solari - Jul 10th, 2002   

ok I have to confess that I love hurt and comfort stories, but this one has a horrible characterization of xena, thought it is nicely written - lil_gabrielle - Dec 13th, 2005   

Nice story! - Ami - Apr-24-2008   

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

This was such a good story. I couldn't put it down. I was so captivated with the story line - it could be because there was so much angst and heartbreak - for me, anyway. Great classic Xena writing. It's up there with the top stories. - Kazi - Feb 16th, 2005   

I really enjoyed this story. Mother always knows best. - purplehawke - Sep-03-2007   

In the mood for a good story... This is it! I really enjoyed it! - Ami - May-02-2008   

This was one of the better stories written about dealing with "The Rift" between Xena and Gabrielle. It stands up there with BL Miller's Guilt Love and Forgiveness and with the heartbreaking, difficult read of Cheaza's DID HE WHO MADE THE LAMB MAKE THEE? - Karon Reiter - Jan 20th, 2005   

This story gives a deep meditation of Xena and Gab's complicated feeling, hatred, grieve, rue, and most important the insistence of the love to each other. It is hard to see our favorite x&g to tell their suffering, but after we know how hey felt, it is easier to accept their reunite than "the rift". It is worth to be read. - wind - Jan 13th, 2006   

Fantastic alternative to Bitter Suite! I agree with the author, an all singing, dancing episode did not a satisfying closure make. This fic thankfully scratches that particular itch. Highly recommended. - Anonymous - May-09-2007   

awesome story! :) - Ami - May-01-2008