The Athenaeum's Index Of Fiction

At Loose Ends by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 57 pages | Finished | Apr-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Jen, Xena, Janice, Melinda, Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive                Part 11 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In another jewel of an installment, kd bard takes you through the range of emotions, making you laugh and cry in equal measures. While considering the legacy of Xena and Gabrielle in relation to their own lives, Cat and Billie decide to trace their family histories to see if perhaps they indeed lead back to the warrior and her beloved bard. Unbeknownst to them, their search will throw their family again into turmoil, and for Billie, utter despair, as revelations made leave her stunned and angry, aggravating her epilepsy, and distancing her from Cat. However, when Cat's maternal grandparents Janice Covington and Melinda Pappas get involved, 'Holy S---!' - things get even more interesting and intriguing! Concluded in 'On Solid Ground.'
the link for the second part of the story does not seem to be working. i think for the story "on solid ground too" - ibh - Jun-06-2006    janice's initial reaction was hilarious! - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012

Commitment (The) by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 45 pages | Finished | Nov-98 Cast: Billie, Cat, Tara, Seth Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 1 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Billie Charland teaches an aerobics class that is joined by a new student who is an absolute clutz! Caitlain O'Grady, known as Cat, is willing to work extra hard, and Billie agrees to give her extra help. An attraction is evident, and a friendship easily develops that grows despite Billie and Cats' struggles with the separate commitments in their lives. When Cat fails to meet Billie one morning, the stage is set for bringing both women and their families together.
Loved it! Can't wait to read the 2nd installment! - Xenangabfan - Feb-12-2008    A must read, human reality like story. I am enjoying it greatly. Amazing writer and theme - nerymari - May-09-2008    If you want to read a series of stories with romance, suspense and a few hot scenes in it don't look any further than KD Bard's wonderful series starting with 'The Commitment'. It has everything a good story needs and will keep you reading for days. Highly recommended. - Asinda - Jun-09-2008    as a stand alone, this story is somewhat lacking in depth.. but it is the basis for a wonderful series.. i have read the whole series once already and am now reading it again.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012    This is one of the best story's on this site .This is amazing has it all love passion kids great friends funny grandmas and most of all so well written I couldn't stop from start to finish . Only small fault was the last in the series didn't like it much but that just me . This is one story you will not forget .thanks for giving us this amazing story xxxxx - SD - Aug-04-2015

Family In Blood (A) by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 28 pages | Finished | Dec-98 Cast: Cat, Billie, Seth, Tara Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 2 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In kd bards' second installment of her endearing series, as Seth recovers from surgery, Billie and Cat make plans for the family to begin his intense physical therapy and their new lives together. Despite the deep bond of family that immediately forms and thrives, this love will be tested, possibly breaking them apart, or bringing them all even closer together.
this series does get better with each story.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

Fighting City Hall by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 41 pages | Finished | Dec-98 Cast: Billie, Cat, Jen, Seth, Tara, Art, Skylar Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archives    web.archive.org             Part 4 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In this sensitive and poignant installment, Billie finishes Law School and proposes to Cat, only to find out that there are problems in legally joining two women. Beautifully detailed, you will find yourself fighting the legal and emotional battles along with Cat & Billie, and raising serious questions about todays laws, prejudice and the rights we sometimes take for granted. Does love conquer all? You'll be surprised at the answer!
what i, as a european, can't understand is that a continent that has a wider variety of religions than any other continent and a nation that is very progressive in so many areas, still has such out dated laws when it comes to same-sex marriages.. it seems like such a contradiction.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

Flash Point by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 94 pages | Finished | Cast: Billie, Cat, Tara, Kelly, Seth, Jen, Skylar Honors/Awards:  #45 in 2003     Top-25 #1.     Part 17 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Intent on celebrating Cat's clean bill of health, the Charlands plan another family vacation. The family gets more than they bargained for as Mother Nature decides to join them on their trip!
I truly love your Billie & Cat serie and hope that this is not the last. I can't wait for the next. The only thing I find a bit of a down-point is the way you jump at the ending. We don't know what happens between them being found and getting beter. It would add even more pages to the story if ya work that out just a little more :)Don't stop writing ... you're way to good!!! - Bacchus - Dec 11th, 2003    How wonderful to see Cat and Billie again! A very thought provoking tale. I highly recommend it. If you have not read the entire series you are missing out. Just make sure you get the correct link for the ending. I hope to see more in the future. - Cheryl D - Dec 21st, 2003

For Better Or For Worse by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Novella - 108 pages | Finished | Apr-01 Cast: Cat, Billie, Janice, Melinda, Dylan, Seth, Ida, Art, Jen, Tara, Bob, Skylar Part 15 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Mayhem ensues as the entire clan gets together for Drew and Dylan's wedding, and as ususal, things never go smoothly. In this next installment of the series, you'll enjoy a laugh or two as both Billie and Cat have their hands full, not just with wedding preparations, but kids, in-laws and especially since Grandma Janice and Grandma Mel are having some issues.
janice and mel are always a hoot in this series.. they didn't disappoint! - xtra dog - Mar-14-2012

Happy Campers - NOT! by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 57 pages | Finished | Apr-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Jen, Fred, Skylar, Stevie, Seth, Karissa Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive                Part 10 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In this drastic departure from her dramatic flair, you will discover kd bard's boundless penchant for comedy! In the absolutely most challenging camping trip you have EVER encountered, you will laugh 'til you cry at the hilarious situations a well intentioned outing causes and wonder if the Charlands and their neighbors will ever recover! A memorable and well-timed light piece in this series.
murphy's law to the extreme.. lol! - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012    very fun - Anonymous - Apr-09-2015

Most Precious Thing (The) by kd bard     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 32 pages | Finished | Nov-98 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Perdicus, Argo, Toris, Cyrene, Autolycus Links: Athenaeum's Scroll Archives
In this bittersweet tale, Autolycus finds a lone Xena to rescue Gabrielle from a less than idylic marriage. What Xena finds is a battered and torn Gabrielle and the horrifying reality of mistakes made. Taking her home to Amphipolis to recover, and with a little help from Cyrene and Toris, both friends come to realize what they feel, and what is important....what IS the most precious thing....
A really nice read. I'm a sucker for angst...and this had angst. It is full of difficult circumstances, but the author has handled it with care. Well done. - Car - Jan-07-2008    For the lover of Hurt/Comfort/Angst stories: this is fantastic! - tac871 - Jul-10-2008

On a Wing and a Prayer by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novel - 256 pages | Finished | Jan-00 Cast: Cass, Roxanne, Chris, Angie, Nikki, Patti, Jerri, Honors/Awards:  #34 in 2006
In another wonderful story, kd bard touches and entrances us with her magic. Cass Conway, a lonely pilot with a history, chances on a Sci-Fi book whose tale is as entrancing as the authors' emerald green eyes on the back cover...eyes reaching out to her soul. Taking a chance, she e-mails Rox Ward. What develops will surprise you keep you glued to your screen, as Rox and Cass's friendship. DOES love conquer all? Read on and find out!
Hey cant believe noone has committed on this story . It is a great story one of my favs. I really love it and will read it again. So please read it now you wont be disappointed.Trust me. - yinyang - Dec 19th, 2005    This story has a really great plot. It started out really good but began to fall apart towards the end. It seemed as though it was rushed into the ending thus making it unbelievable. But still a decent read. - Amanda - May-02-2008

On Solid Ground by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 84 pages | Finished | May-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Jeb, Janice, Melinda, Jimmy, Ida Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll ArchiveThe Athenaeum's Scroll Archive                Part 12 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In the continuation of kd bards' powerful story, 'At Loose Ends,' this piece opens with Mel and Janice telling the family somewhat disturbing information that sends Billie to Charleston, NC, in search of her real mother. As Billie, Cat, Mel and Janice search for leads, they encounter prejudice and stumbling blocks that test their love and patience. But persistence pays off, as with determination and backbone they finally put the pieces of the puzzle together, and find proof that the child Mel always felt in her heart existedądoes. What follows after that is a roller coaster ride for Billie, which takes it's toll on her health and emotional state, as her quest for her identity is finally revealed, Mel's hopes are realized, and the unanswered questions posed by the items found in Billies' 'parents' bank deposit box, are finally answered. You too will be on solid ground by the time you finish this wonderful story!
i would like to thank the author of this story proper-like.. but, since i'm not from the south - hell, i'm not even from the states - i won't be doing it in mel's fashion.. ;) - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012

Personal Preferences by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 34 pages | Finished | Dec-98 Cast: Billie, Cat, Seth, Tara, Jennifer, Skylar, Fred, Brian Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 3 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
As the beautifully told tale continues, Billie, Cat, Seth, Tara and little Skylar, move into a new house in what they thought was a nice neighborhood. However, when prejudice unexpectedly raises it's ugly head, danger lurks, and in the background, Cat & Billie again face a threat from an all too familiar source. Although events converge threatening their family and it's stability, ultimately, new friends are found and acceptance abounds in this heart-warming sequel from kd bard.
just as i remembered.. the series keeps getting better with each added story.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

Promise Me Paradise by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 46 pages | Finished | Feb-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Art, Seth, Peggy, Jen, Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 7 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Have a box of Kleenex handy for this installment! kd bard offers a powerful yet sensitive and emotion-filled story showcasing the far reaching scope of domestic violence, it's effects on the family as a whole, and the need for help, understanding and ultimately...love. While Billie is involved with a domestic assault case, Cat gets some pictures in the mail which make her doubt Billie, sending their lives into turmoil, and making them examine Billie's past and their future.
wow.. those were some heavy numbers at the end.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

Sweet Angel by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 113 pages | Finished | Jun-99 Cast: Cat, Billie, Skylar, Jen, Laurel, Tara, Seth, Melanie Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive                Part 13 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In the author's own wordsątime to buy stock in Kleenex! In the 13th chapter of kd bards' series, Billie and Cat face the worst trial to face them yetąa parent's worse fear. As Laurel finally comes for a visit to meet everyone and spend some time getting to know them, Skylar is diagnosed with a serious illness. As family and friends try to pull together, Billie and Cat's lives are in a spiraling turmoil that is pulling them apart as their reactions to the circumstances differ, until it seems there is no hope. With a bit of unexpected tough love from Laurel, Janice, and loving support all around, the family rallies to stand together and keep their sky bird from flying away. A beautifully tender story sure to touch you deeply, especially at the end.
well written and heartbreaking story.. well worth reading up to the last letter.. - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012    belle et triste histoire ą lire d'urgence une des plus émouvante de kd bard - Anonymous - Apr-09-2015

Tailspin by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Novel - 167 pages | Finished | Apr-02 Cast: Billie, Cat, Tara, Jen, Seth, Shannon, Julie, Skylar, Fred, Steve, Karissa, Timmy, Frannie, Deb Honors/Awards:  #86 in 2002     Part 16 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Here's another great real-life slice-of-life in the Billie and Cat Universe by kd bard! Not only is there a heck of a courtroom case in this one for Billie, but a few gray hairs are assured courtesy of the kids, the neighbors, and life in general. If you enjoy the series, I know you'll love this installment, which has a few surprises, and as always some clever bits to make you smile, some tears, and family situations everyone can relate to.
not my favorite story in the series, but still a very nice read.. - xtra dog - Mar-15-2012

Udder Nonsense by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 117 pages | Finished | Cast: Billie, Cat, Janice, Seth, Jen, Melinda Part 18 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Have you ever wanted to just give it all up and get away from the hustle and bustle of chaotic city life? Billie and Cat do just that as they try their hand at farming and country living. Needing a break from their angst filled lives, they buy a farm in a rural southern town and soon find themselves getting more than they bargained for! Join them in this fun-filled romp with the simple life! You won't be sorry you did!

Unchained Memories by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 86 pages | Finished | Mar-99 Cast: Cat, Billie, Jen Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive                Part 9 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Taking up right where 'While I was Gone' closed, this beautifully crafted installment takes you through Billie & Cat's struggle to salvage their relationship. As Billie painfully continues her physical therapy, still struggling to re-gain what has been lost, Cat tries to cope with the medical effects of the surgery, and her own sense of loss and fear that her soulmate might never remember her.
very nice continuation of "while i was gone".. dealing with memory loss and recuperation is hard enough on itself, but losing everything dear to you as a result is what gets your mind to spin.. - xtra dog - Mar-13-2012

Visions In Paradise by kd bard     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 50 pages | Finished | Mar-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Mike, Callie, Xena, Gabrielle Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 5 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Cat & Billie finally take the trip to Aruba their neighbors got them as a present for Billie's graduation, as a belated honeymoon. Their cruise turns out to be more than the simple adventure they bargained for, however. In this highly emotional tale, Xena, Gabrielle and an old enemy appears and the love Billie & Cat share is tested as evidence keeps pointing to something amiss onboard the ship.
xena as a pirate and gabrielle high on henbane.. mix in one evil blonde and you have a real episode in a modern setting.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

Warrior's Forgiveness (A) by kd bard     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 31 pages | Finished | Nov-98 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Celano, Ephiny
Taking place shortly after 'A Family Affair,' this story deals with Xena and Gabrielles' dealing with the aftermath, as well as the bards family's reactions. It will take amazon intervention to help our favorite duo and each other to deal and admit to themselves the truth of what has transpired.

Warrior, Heal Thyself by kd bard     

Xena | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 34 pages | Finished | Dec-98 Cast: Xena, Gabrielle, Lao Ma, Ephiny, Eponin, Nashalla, Chang, Chi, Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive
In this heart-warming tale of love and forgiveness, while on their way to the Festival of Flowers in the Amazon village, Gabrielle is severely injured in a freak accident while she and Xena are cavorting near some waterfalls on a hot day. Severely injured and despondent, Gabrielle's hope waning, Xena has a vision and sets out towards the East to find a way to heal her bard. After many trials, Xena gains the knowledge she needs, and in a quite surprising turn of events, returns to Gabrielle and accomplishes what only love and faith can do.

What's in a Name? by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 39 pages | Finished | Jan-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Tara, Jen, Seth, Skylar Links: The Athenaeum's Scroll Archive    web.archive.org             Part 6 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Cat & Billie are settling into a comfortable routine when they are forced to deal with the question of parentage as their daughter Tara gets teased at school for having a different last name than her brother. This raises heart-rending questions and revelations, resulting in Cat & Billie opting to make the kids theirs legally. The process places the family in danger, Billie on the defensive, and tests their love and resolve once again.
as this series has already proven, families aren't just made of blood relatives.. but blood relations can make certain things easier.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012

While I Was Gone by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 64 pages | Finished | Mar-99 Cast: Cat, Billie, Jen Links: The Athenaeum's Scrolls Archive                Part 8 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
Have plenty of Kneenex on hand for this heart warming/heart rending installment. Billie's headaches continue, and one morning, Cat can't wake her up. Rushed to emergency brain surgery, Cat makes the decision to save Billie's life despite serious possible consequences. The worse is realized as Billie awakes not knowing who she is, and must begin the slow process of re-learning her body, who she is and who are the many people that love her. The events in this story are concluded in 'Unchained Memories.'
good read.. - xtra dog - Mar-12-2012    OMG!!! I was captivated from the start of the story. If you haven't read it, trust me, you have to. It does not only makes you feel everything these characthers go through, and feel what true love is. The Cat keeps her hope that Billie will once again love her, the way she doesn't give up even when Billie says those hurtful things, you just got to read it. I just keep coming back to read the entire series. Its worth it. - Baby - Apr-03-2015    OMG!!! I was captivated from the start of the story. If you haven't read it, trust me, you have to. It does not only makes you feel everything these characthers go through, and feel what true love is. The Cat keeps her hope that Billie will once again love her, the way she doesn't give up even when Billie says those hurtful things, you just got to read it. I just keep coming back to read the entire series. Its worth it. - Baby - Apr-03-2015    OMG!!! I was captivated from the start of the story. If you haven't read it, trust me, you have to. It does not only makes you feel everything these characthers go through, and feel what true love is. The Cat keeps her hope that Billie will once again love her, the way she doesn't give up even when Billie says those hurtful things, you just got to read it. I just keep coming back to read the entire series. Its worth it. - Baby - Apr-03-2015

You Can Choose Your Friends, But... by kd bard     

Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Novella - 93 pages | Finished | Jul-99 Cast: Billie, Cat, Laurel, Jim, Dylan, Melinda, Janice, Ida, Jen, Skylar, Seth Honors/Awards:  Fan Favorite In The Category Of Janice & Mel.     Part 14 of the Billie & Cat Series Series List: Commitment (The), Family In Blood (A), Personal Preferences, Fighting City Hall, Visions In Paradise, What's in a Name?, Promise Me Paradise, While I Was Gone, Unchained Memories, Happy Campers - NOT!, At Loose Ends, On Solid Ground, Sweet Angel, You Can Choose Your Friends, But..., For Better Or For Worse, Tailspin, Flash Point, Udder Nonsense
In this fourteenth installment of the series, kd bard gives us a family reunion to to beat all family reunions! You'll laugh and cry and wonder about families and thoroughly identify with all the insanity, as Billie and Cat, her siblings, kids and their kids, Laurel and Jim, Doc and Ida and the rest of the crew converge at Mel and Janice's for an unforgetable stay.
a fun story with more than one air head in it.. - xtra dog - Mar-14-2012