Having read most of Kamouraskan's works, I'd strongly recommend anything he writes. This one is no different. The thing I like most is his ability to take some of the best-loved scenes from the show and make the reader see it from another perspective. He's also a master at nailing the characters so you "hear" their voices. This is short, with a lot of depth. Enjoy. - Bronwyn - Jul-27-2010   

An old school story from a brilliant classic writer. It is fictions like this that help to remind me just how much I love these characters.
Thanks you. - Kez - Aug-31-2010   

Simply one of the finest bards out there writing today. If I could write material of this calibre on a daily basis, I would be a happy bard indeed. Kamouraskan manages to deliver depth, originality and stellar story-telling every single time his fingers hit the keyboard, and this story is no exception. It's short, but every word is chosen for the perfect effect and ultimately, the perfect ending. - Roo - Dec-02-2010   

What an amazing story. It was touching and stunning at the same time. I love these timeline anomaly stories where Xena or Gabrielle try to change the natural course of events to prevent the others death or pain in the future. In some cases it works, like in the classic timeline story by Ella Quince THE BROKEN THREAD which this story reminds me of, but in other cases, like this, some things are written in stone and must be accepted. Kamouraskan's is a very solid writer, who has a maturity and truthfulness that I find very rewarding when I read any of her work. I also like that she often employs twists to her storytelling. This was an emotional read for me -- and it's a keeper, for sure. - Karon Reiter - Jul-01-2011   

i love these stories that present a background to the show.. somehow they make the episodes more complete.. well written and very true to the characters.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

Clever, but sweet with it. A lovely sentiment. - msprism - Jun-30-2008   

very sweet.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

This was a very moving story. Not the kind of touching lovey stuff i normally read but it was well done. - ladyjulianna - Jan 29th, 2003   

This was a very touching story, very well written. Hope to read more of this writers work. Keep them coming Kam!!!!! - icelover - Jul-28-2008   

watching them drift apart is always painfull.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

A very touching new take on the meeting of Gabrielle and Xena. Magnificent story! Dont Miss!!!! - icelover - Jul-29-2008   

Nice story. Sweet and funny. And I liked sequel too. - Anonymous - Feb-10-2010   

Another great story from this bard. Job well done. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

loved gabby's reaction to the "she is a dead woman" statement.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

Sweet stories (Champion/Champions). Brought a smile to my face. Enjoyed going back and re-reading both. - Colorado fan - Mar-10-2013   

This was a awesome story. One of the best XWP out there. You cant go wrong in reading this, it is wonderfully written. This writer is right on!! - icelover - Jul-28-2008   

I only wish it was a little longer. There are stories that just feel right, still feel true to the characters and their fundamental stories, no matter how different the circumstances or plot. This series is one of those stories that's just right. - Anonymous - Aug-04-2010   

Very good story with an absolutely endearing Gabrielle. I just wish their love was more explicit. - Anonymous - Oct-12-2010   

Very good story and hope there is more to come.. - Anonymous - Jan-30-2011   

Job well done. One of my favorite bards. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

loved the sequel more than the first story.. it had a lot more depth to it.. really loved the intelligence gabby displayed, the growing connection and the absolutely hilarious ending.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

Great job. Another great story - sassy123 - Jan-31-2013   

One of my favorite stories! - Samantha - Jan-14-2015   

I loved this! Clever, great dialogue,well thought out. Excellent read! - Anonymous - Aug-06-2016   

A brillantly written story, handling a very delicate subject with compassion and trust. Very Sensitively written - scorpio_2097 - Jul-03-2008   

Extremely well written. Very sensitive subject handled with caring tactful writing. - Anonymous - Feb-03-2010   

a delicate story about a delicate subject wit a delicate friendship.. sad but good.. predators come in all forms.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

Well written and shows the depth of the X&G relationship be it romantic or platonic soulmates. - Lysia - Feb-01-2015   

Ooooh what a treat! It is becoming harder to find a Xena story these days so when I see one popping up from an accomplished author I get a little tingle down my spine.
Do not miss this one folks. A lovely nostalgic feel, and an incredibly original take on Gabrielle's path after the FIN events, this hits all the targets for a very memorable read.
Thanks for this gem of a story Kam, any chance for anymore? - Kez - May-03-2008   

Omg, what a hidden gem. This was such a great story. I just wished the ending was a little longer. It ended way too soon. I would love a sequel. If u love this writters work u wont be disappointed. - Brighteyez - May-22-2008   

A fantastic story. Brisk pacing, crisp dialogue, angsty and sweet all rolled into one. Did I mention how great the dialogue is? An awesome take on post-FIN. - Spyrel - May-31-2008   

Kick ass story! Great plot and characters! I would love to see a sequel to this as well!!!! AWESOME!!! - icelover - Jun-17-2008   

Absolutely delightful. Great pacing, witty dialogue and a satisfying ending to the Post FIN dilemma. What more could there be? Oh wait, interesting and absolutely spot on characterizations, that's what. Dotty's character had me chuckling out loud. - Kerowyn - Nov-04-2008   

Amazing, amazing story! Favourite so far =) Please write a sequel? - Jamie - Nov-28-2009   

A great story that is screaming out for a sequel!! - JC - May-02-2010   

unlike most people having placed comments here, i don't feel the need for a sequel.. i think the story is quite complete as it is.. of course i wouldn't mind if the author paid no attention whatsoever to my opinion :) great job writing this one.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

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I love this bards work. This is a sweet, well told tale. As always. - msprism - Apr-21-2008   

Wonderful, thoughtful writing - Proofrdr - May-02-2008   

Another wonder story. I felt the colors deeply. - Lee - Jun-01-2008   

A truly inspiring story. Sweet and nostalgic. A true gem in itself. The author is a master of evoking feelings through the story characters. - vi camm - Jul-23-2008   

Very touching story. I enjoyed it very much. - cygirl1 - Aug-03-2008   

as someone who have been reading up on WWII in britain recently, i can tell you that this captures the essence very well. beautiful story. - Anonymous - Aug-05-2010   

Excellent short story. - Lyn B - Feb-23-2011   

I liked this story. It's well written and manages to encapsulate their lives in such a short space. Good and worth reading. - Lyn B - Apr-11-2011   

loved this story.. the feelings it evoked were indeed very colourful.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

what a lovely read! simply beautiful! - Anonymous - Mar-28-2012   

Wow, very romantic! Nice character reflection as well. - Stacia - Feb-28-2014   

A wonderfully written tale of lives lost and found again. Beautifully crafted with the metaphor of a family embodied in a garden. It had me sighing with a delightful mix of complex emotion at the end. - Anonymous - Apr-13-2009   

wonderful how a father writes a letter to his daughter while awaiting her birth.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

This piece is hilarious!! Very tongue in cheek, all dark humour, dripping sarcasm. I loved it!! - vi cann - Jul-23-2008   

the conversation gabrielle and xena have is quite funny.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

Links to this are dead. [Editor's Note: Corrected. 2/26/2011] - Kugai - Feb-25-2011   

strange story but since it's a halloween story.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

A wonderfully short, sweet X&G story that exquisitely blends the awkward innocence of a ôfirst timeö romance with the confident touches of mature love. - IseQween - Nov 29th, 2002   

Unbelievably sweet! - lb - Mar-17-2008   

Another wonderful winner by this author. You cant lose reading this story. Fantasic!! - icelover - Jul-29-2008   

Utterly charming, funny, sweet, romantic, and sexy as hell! Wonderfully short and sweet! - Anonymous - Feb-15-2010   

Sweet, wistful little story. This bard does mushy so well! - Bronwyn - Jul-27-2010   

Another great story by this bard. Very well done. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

Short but incredibly cute. Should remind you of your best first date. - Mysfyt - Apr-02-2011   

Exquisite! - Georgia - Apr-20-2011   

charming and cute.. witty and down right funny.. u gotta love autolycus.. - xtra dog - Nov-10-2011   

This has got to be one of the funniests XWP tales ever. This bard has sure got a way with words. Dont miss it!!!! - icelover - Jul-29-2008   

Funny and true to character story. Just discovered this bard and love her work so far. XWP writers are like gold and she shines! - kjviking - Mar-28-2009   

That really cracked me up. Give it a read if you're in the mood to laugh. :) - Anonymous - Jan-04-2011   

this story is hilarious.. the author not only shows that she has a profound insight in the characters, but she can also play them like a violin.. two thumbs up! - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

can't find link - Anonymous - Jun-16-2008   

Short but gets you right in the heart. - Lee - Jul-02-2008   

ouch. but so worth reading. and an important message too. - Anonymous - Aug-05-2010   

**** SPOILER ALERT **** ok I ended up crying at the end of this....It's a must read....keep the tissues ready..... - XB - Aug-07-2010   

Very well written story. Poignant and compelling. Worth a read. - Lyn B - Feb-23-2011   

how parents can still ignore the relationship their children choose to be in, is something i have no tollerance for.. they may not approve or even understand, but at least they should their children.. however, very well written story that clearly touched a nerve.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

sorry, seem to have forgotten a word in my comment.. what i meant to sau was: they should respect their children.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

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Oh. My. Gosh. Absolutely heart wrenching!! Very well written with a excellent finish. Loved it!! - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

a young boy's perception of xena and gabrielle.. nice read.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

wow, that was an awesome story!! wise, romantic, funny and just like Gabrielle's - with a moral to it. you're brillian as always :) - Kat - Jan-06-2008   

awesome story.. therefore the author stating at the end that she was thinking of retiring from the xenaverse fills me with dread.. i love reading about these characters in all their forms (xena and gabby, mel and janice, conqueror, ubers) and i have just discovered the xenaverse about a year ago.. seeing a talented author retire makes me sad.. - xtra dog - Nov-11-2011   

Enjoyable read. Good characters and nice weaving of Missy Good's fiction in this story. Not a fan of ubers but I thought the character of James was brilliant. Classic fans read! - Elaine - Jul-12-2008   

fun read with a mixture of classic and uber.. off to read the sequel 'who's child?' now.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

freaky.. still it is amazing that an author can capture the working of a twisted mind in such a way that it becomes tangible to the reader.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

I absolutely enjoyed this story.It's one of my favorite's and leaves you on the edge of your seat,wondering what Gabby will do next to piss off the warrior.;P - Xexy Warrior - Aug 14th, 2002   

WHAT AFUN LITTLE RIDE THIS WAS ....YOU ARE ONE WARPED BARD - vampireslayer2 - Jan-10-2008   

I nearly fell out of my chair laughing. Great story!!! - Anonymous - Jun-23-2011   

simply hilarious.. loved the author's involvement in the story.. and the "play by play" nearly cracked me up.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

What a fun story. Great job - sassy123 - May-16-2012   

When I began reading Xena fan fiction there was one name that kept popping up in the writers' 'thank yous': Kamouraskan. So I naturally checked out the bard and started reading everything. This was the funniest vignette I ever read, still is. Delicious humor that bears reading over and over again. Another indication of the versatility of this writer. - abardreader - Jun-28-2008   

I keep coming back to this Bards work...and this is the reason why. Hysterical, saucy, and well written. Love it! - msprism - Jun-30-2008   

OMG this is too funny, I swear I dont know where she comes up with her stuff, But its great!! Keep em coming Kam. - icelover - Jul-29-2008   

LMAO, the theme would have made an hillarious episode. - brighteyez - Jul-30-2008   

loved it. brilliant. - msprism - Aug-15-2009   

that was really funny.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

Just Beautiful!!! - Anonymous - Nov-18-2010   

This was a very loving encounter. I agree very beautiful! - Starry - Dec-02-2010   

brilliant pun in the title.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

xena kidnapping the queen is a good idea.. but what makes it a great idea is how the amazons react to it.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

this was funny - Anonymous - Jun-05-2008   

and.. joxer was out for the count.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

Powerful story. The writing is excellent. There's so many emotions within this short story. It's like a snapshot of a terrible moment in time. Definitely worth a read, even when it's so short. - Lyn B - Apr-11-2011   

wow.. this story blew me away.. no pun intended.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

Wow. I have to agree with xtra dog, just wow. I am totally speechless. My heart was thudding while I was reading this just waiting for the next thing to happen. So short but full of emotion. A definite recommend. - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

Fantastic. Short but very powerful. - Anonymous - Sep-11-2012   

Great story, short but with a real punch to it. - The Fallen - Sep-11-2012   

XDD! So funny - AikoujOi - Dec-17-2008   

damn, this is funny.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

What a funny story. Very well done. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

the beginning is very funny, but as the story evolves it becomes really sweet and cute.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

What a funny story. Very well done. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

as part one, this is also funny and sweet.. this author has the tremendous gift of staying true to the characters.. - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

Hilarious! - Anonymous - Aug-08-2016   

a very short tempered gabby and a tremendously drunk xena still make up a very loving mix.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Excellent. - Lyn B - Apr-11-2011   

an uber story that features aphrodite and artemis.. never heard of it before now.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

What a magical tale of hope and soulmates. - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

what a terrific story.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

this is well written and good entertainment. I love it when Gabrielle gets the upperhand thru devious bardly methods. this will make you smile. give it a go. - msprism - Apr-16-2007   

fabulously funny. gabrielle at her finest. - kc - Oct-19-2010   

a horny xena and a smooth tongued gabby.. well, you get the picture.. right?? - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

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   

broken link - Anonymous - May-04-2008   

i found a link that works.. takes a bit of loading time but.. the story is worth it.. so here goes: http://web.archive.org/web/20040103084508/http://www.dreamcatching.netfirms.com/kam/stashed.htm - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Broken link - Lyn B - Apr-11-2011   

interesting story.. here's the non-broken link: http://web.archive.org/web/20031019074422/http://www.dreamcatching.netfirms.com/kam/serling.htm - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Superb writing and a great connection at the end to a favorite bard of mine. Simply sensational! - Anonymous - Mar-18-2008   

nice mixture of the episodes and the missyverse.. splendidly written through three evenly important chapters.. loved the 'dinner with the family' part.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

sweet and poignant and well done. worth a read. - Anonymous - Feb-22-2009   

as always- a well written and tenderly thoughtful story from a truly gifted bard. - Anonymous - Feb-22-2009   

since english is not my mother tongue but a language i learned in my teens, this story was a bit harder to read.. reading dialects in a foreign language is not the easiest of achievements.. but still, it was worth the effort.. really well written story, with a really strong ending.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

nice short story. once again, true to the characters. - kjviking - Mar-29-2009   

this story is from the beginning of the show.. so it takes some adjusting to that period.. but nice story nontheless.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

what a poignant story. It truly asks the question of what is justice and how is it balanced. - Lee - Jun-01-2008   

A very powerful story. I'm not sure that it's easy to describe. The best thing is to read it. Excellent:-) - Lyn B - May-25-2011   

the author takes you on a trip with a lot of curves in the road.. as a reader you know from the beginning that something has happened but the writer skillfully keeps you in the dark as to what really happened.. the phone calls are a touch of light in the dark.. once again, a very well written story.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

nice read.. - xtra dog - Feb-26-2014   

A gripping start. I can't wait to read more and see where are you going with this story. - M. - Mar-13-2009   

I'm sarting to enjoy this tale more and more with each chapter! And quite the original twist there. - Anonymous - Mar-18-2009   

This author rocks! I cannot stop checking to see her new work and this story is a good one! If you love XWP, you will love this story. - kjviking - Mar-28-2009   

So far, When In Rome is absolutely, without a doubt the best post-FIN fic I have ever read. I think it's difficult to write a post-FIN story with much depth because writer's focus on the FIN section of the plot rather than the "post" section and they end up with a flat story.

This is not one of those stories.
- Jenna - Apr-05-2009   

Amazingly great depth to the characters with just a hint of humor. I'm having a blast reading this because it addresses so many issues that have bothered me about FIN and past X/G moments. Therapy and a great tale all in one. I wouldn't miss out on this one. - Kerr - Apr-13-2009   

Don't miss this truly imaginative story. Kamouraskan is a gifted author, and he's crafted a most unusual post-FIN tale. And while the plot is wonderful, the characterizations are even better.

Thanks, Kamouraskan, for adding such a quality entry to the shrinking number of new X/G tales. - LDP - Dec-01-2009   

A wonderful story by one of the better writers. A different point of view, with wonderful touching moments. Don't miss this writer's story of that wonderful pair. - Liv - Dec-03-2009   

Wonderful! Well worth the wait. - Anonymous - Dec-03-2009   

If you are one of those die hard Xena fans like me, you will absolutely love every word of this exciting new tale. This author has a way of spinning a tale that makes you feel your along for the ride. I look forward to more exciting adventures, give this a read. You will enjoy it. - Brighteyez - Dec-07-2009   

Thank you for taking the heartache that was FIN and changing the world. This is an epic worthy of savoring and I did. I want to say so much more, sadly I'm not a bard and words fail me. Just read it. - MoSeS - May-18-2010   

This was a wonderful story. Loved how Kamoraskan brought back Xe/Gab. Suspense, love, intrigue - a really fun read and a very talented author. Thanks so much for sharing ! - x/g fanfic fanatic - May-29-2010   

Awesome story from a great bard...keep up the work I look forward to more :) - XB - Aug-20-2010   

What a great story. Very well written. - sassy123 - Feb-07-2011   

read many of this author's stories. this is another very good read. has lots of interesting facets. characters pretty much follow what we know of them put into another time shift story. You will like this one. - Anonymous - Oct-21-2011   

read many of this author's stories. this is another very good read. has lots of interesting facets. characters pretty much follow what we know of them put into another time shift story. You will like this one. - Anonymous - Oct-21-2011   

a wonderful story.. well written with well defined characters.. definitely worth the read.. i surely hope this won't be the last story this author installs here.. - xtra dog - Nov-15-2011   

really sweet.. if this author writes these kind of stories as 'homework', then where are all the teachers and their assignments?? - xtra dog - Nov-12-2011   

that was just chilling.. pun intended.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Beautiful story. - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

and this sequel to 'winter's chill' is absolutely heart warming.. - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Beautiful ending. - Niyah - Sep-11-2012   

link broken.. here is one that does work: http://web.archive.org/web/20040121091843/http://www.dreamcatching.netfirms.com/kam/writer.htm - xtra dog - Nov-13-2011   

Thanks for the link xtra dog. A very interesting story. Surprisingly I really enjoyed it. But then again I love all stories by Kamouraskan. An excellent writer. - Niyah - Sep-11-2012