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CelesteAvonne 05/16/06 - 07:36PM 1: Full Moon on the Quad Signed
I finally got the chance to read the first chapter. An excellent beginning. I'm looking forward to reading more. I really like your characterization of Connor. Looking forward to reading more. I loved this line, too.

Author's Response: Thanks for reading and for the review. I hope the rest of the story can keep you as interested as the first chapter did. I’m glad you liked how Connor was portrayed. I kind of liked that kid we met at the end of Angel season 5 and I wanted to run with him and see where I could take his story.

slayerfest 05/07/06 - 12:49AM 25: 22. Until Next Year Signed
....

That's pure evil.

Please tell me you're writing a sequel.

Author's Response: No, sorry. No sequel. That’s how it ends. Just kidding. With all my own loose ends, I definitely need a second season to wrap it all up. I’m just trying to get through one or tow other stories first. Thanks again for reading and for reviewing. I know there’s only so much time anyone has, so I’m extremely honored that you spent some of that time with my story.


slayerfest 05/07/06 - 12:31AM 23: 20. I Still Only Have Eyes For You Signed
No WAY! Okay, I've said that already. But... seriously, you're just bringing everyone into this. It's incredible to me how you've incorporated everyone so smoothly. The chapters run together incredibly well; there are no hiccups in the reading at all. I'm really getting a sense for this.

Author's Response: Thank you for reading and for reviewing. Part of the reason I wanted to write this story was to tie up a lot of loose ends the shows left. I really felt like the shows never developed Connor, Dawn, or Kennedy as well as they could have. After all, they weren’t the focus of the shows, so spending too much time developing them would be bad. Anyway, I wanted to give them a spotlight. Then, of course, I began thinking that Oz and Hank were pretty big loose ends as well. So now I want to bring them into the story as well.
Thanks for your comments on the chapters. I’m glad they’re congruent and run together well. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the story.

slayerfest 05/07/06 - 12:09AM 21: 18. The Hunted Signed
No WAY! Okay, I've spent the better part of the day reading the rest of this absolutely fantastic story, but this chapter in particular is above par. I'm really, really enjoying this; I was wondering when Xander and Oz were going to come into it. This is amazing. Absolutely.

Author's Response: Thanks for the review and your too, too kind words. I’m glad you liked this chapter. I really enjoyed writing it. (Although, I think the dream sequence chapters were my favorites). I know I kind of popped Oz in there out of the blue. Did you happen to pick up on Xander being in the story before he actually showed up? Thanks again!

slayerfest 04/29/06 - 07:56PM 1: Full Moon on the Quad Signed
This is a gorgeous fiction. I was looking through the Lie to Me Awards earlier this month and I noticed it had won an award or two. Rightfully so. I've only read the first chapter, but I can already tell it's going to be absolutely fantastic. You've written Connor very well; more witty than sarcastic. There are a couple of simple gramatical things in the first chapter: "Dan I've gotta go" in the last paragraph, and Dawn's statement regarding not being downwind while talking to Connor doesn't make sense to me. I only mention these because the rest of the chapter is meticulous in spelling and grammar (extremely appreciated by the way) and I figured since that's my only critisism you'd probably appreciate it. Again, I'll keep reading. It's truly splendid.

Author's Response: Wow! Thanks so much for your review. I was worried how this story would be received given that I’m basing it around Connor, Dawn, Kennedy, and Willow. The first three characters are probably the three most hated in the Buffyverse. However, I felt the show never did enough with those three. That’s why I wanted to run with them. That’s also why I’m so very pleased that you like my characterization of Connor. Thanks for the tip on the typo. The “downwind” line was about Connor’s vampire-like sense of smell. He noticed Dawn’s perfume despite the fact she wasn’t wearing much. He explained his ability to smell it by saying he was downwind of her. She did the thing with licking her thumb to figure out which way the wind was blowing. This revealed Connor was lying as he was not actually downwind of her. Thanks again!

MissEdith 03/02/06 - 03:50PM 25: 22. Until Next Year Signed
Wow. Great chapter. Great ending. There were so many little moments that I loved so much. The sociopath thinking Dawn was cute, Buffy smacking Hank, the B&E thing, and many others that I can't remember...And I'm so glad Angel showed up to help Connor pack. And that Buffy and Dawn had their talk about all their sister issues. It's about time. And I cannot wait for the sequel. Just one more thing: why were the quotation marks missing for the first half of the chapter?

Author's Response: Thanks so much for the review. I’m always happy when my humor comes across. One of the funniest things on the show for me was when they had these mundane conversations while in mortal peril. Part of Dawn’s growth is being glad boys think she’s hot, even if they are about to eat her. Part of Angel’s growth is helping his son pack. Similarly, Buffy and Dawn were long overdue for a talk. Unfortunately, I don’t want Buffy in the regular cast next season, but I don’t know how else to have her make good on her promise. Assuming, of course, Dawn is alive next season. The missing quotation marks were the result of a practical joke by my Beta. He used to have my password. Emphasis on the *used to*. Thanks again!

Fedia 02/23/06 - 02:01PM 25: 22. Until Next Year Signed
Okay. I just finished it. And I must say I found it very entertaining, but it had just a bit too much action for me. I mean... it was twist after twist after twist... Although you still managed to protray some of the characters emotional conflicts even in the middle of all the adventure. Don't get me wrong. I love to see Connor fighting but I just like stories much better when their central theme is the emotional confilcts. That must be because I'm so taken by one specific character and I feel the actual show didn't develop it the right way, so I expect fanfic to make up for it. Anyway, as I said before, I really liked this story, although I still prefer The Destroyer. By the way, in your previous message you told me to read Running on Faith. I read it some time ago. I even commented on it. Check older reviews and you may find mine. It was a long time ago though, so I don't blame you for forgetting about it. Tonight I'm going to try those stories you talked to me about.

Author's Response: Thanks so much for the reviews. In general, people tend to think there's too much action or too much "emotional stuff." I generally try to walk a line between the two and have a bit of both. I would argue that the central theme of the story IS the emotional conflict within each character. Still, I can definitely understanding someone wanting less action and more emotion (or vice versa). Thanks for enduring the fight sequences to read the story. And of course, thank you for taking the time to share your comments with me.
I absolutely remember your review for RoF. (Although I only remember one, sorry if there were others). I never forget someone who actually likes Connor MORE than I do. But there’ve been updates to the story since then and I thought you might like to check them out. Thanks again for reading and I hope you enjoy the other stories.

Fedia 02/23/06 - 11:18AM 18: 15. Heartbeat Signed
Hey. Thank you for answering my comments. I just added those authors ou mentioned to my favorites, in oder to catch a glimpse of their stories after I finish yours. Thanks for the recommendations. They are very useful to me, since I don't have much time to surf the web searching for stories. I really appreciate the gesture and if you ever feel like pointing some other recommendations, I will gladly go and check them out.

Author's Response: You're welcome for the e-mail. I hope you enjoy the authors. They write stuff that would seem to be up your alley given what you've told me. Thanks also for reading and for reviewing. As I said, I know time is limited for everyone. The fact that you spent some of your time with me and my stories means a lot. The fact that you took even more time to share your thoughts and feelings about my story means even more. Thanks again!

Fedia 02/23/06 - 12:03AM 16: 13. A Perfectly Happy Family Signed
You just include a mention of Dostoievsky here? Are you for real? Can you get any better?

Author's Response: Is that a compliment or a complaint? Just wanted to throw in one of those references.

Fedia 02/22/06 - 11:41PM 14: 11. Cabin in the Woods Signed
I love "that violent, primal version of himself", although it makes him suffer so much. He's the destroyer. He can't deny it. I feel so sorry for him right now.

Author's Response: I too love "that violent, primal version of himself." One of the things I want to make Connor deal with is the fact that this darkness is always with him. The pain of Quor'toth and the violence of his past are always there, even if he doesn't want to acknowledge it. Thanks again for the review and for reading.

Fedia 02/22/06 - 10:30PM 8: 6. Mausoleum Signed
Connor gave a slight laugh. “Sorry,” he said. “That’s my favorite line from a Friday the 13th movie.” That made me laugh so hard. You've really masterized Connor, whatever the version you chose to write about. And the jesting around the table... You've made start actually liking this characters. This show I could totally see, instead of recording it and skipping to the parts where Connor appeared. And Dawn's crush.... So cute. I actually feel sorry for her. But please, no Harry Potter references. Connor disguised as Harry Potter? No, please! I hate those books so much. I'll better imagine he put on a blonde wig and pointy ears and went as Legolas. Yup. Much better.

Author's Response: Thanks for the review. I really like the character Connor and I love being able to explore the different paths the character could take. Sorry you don't like Harry Potter. I think Connor looks kind of like him. But please feel free to imagine the sci-fi character of your choice.

Fedia 02/22/06 - 09:56PM 5: 4. Issues of Timing Signed
Grr... For the first part: Dawn and Emily conmiserating themselves. Girls can be so stupid. What did Alyson said? That Craig and Connor should better screw each other? That would be so hot! Speaking of which, I must admit I don't read hetero fanfiction, but still I found your sex scenes pretty hot. I'm definitely liking this version of Connor, although I still prefer the psycho one. So... Is Emily the werewolf?

Author's Response: Thanks for the review. I'm glad you like this version of Connor. I think having the dual memories gives him all the advantages of both versions of the character. Now there's so many different directions the character can go. In short, I want this to be a college version of the early years of Buffy. The supernatural as metaphor for the mundane. Connor nt only has to figure out what to do with his future, but what to do with his past. Not only who he'll be, but who he is and who he was. As for Emily, I'm not answering that!

Fedia 02/22/06 - 09:37PM 3: 3. Morning After Syndrome Signed
Ha-Ha. I don't know if this chapter was supposed to make me laugh, but it did. And it also made me melt. What a gentleman Connor is! So, I guess I will give this lighter version of Connor a chance. He's Connor after all!

Author's Response: Yes, I was trying to be funny. I'm glad it worked. I always worry my humor doesn't come across in writing. I'm glad you're giving Connor light a chance. Thanks for the review.

Fedia 02/22/06 - 09:13PM 1: Full Moon on the Quad Signed
Hey. I just finished the first chapter. It's a bit too soon to voice my mind, although I've always prefered the darker version of Connor. I'll keep going anyway.

Author's Response: I like the darker Connor, too. But I still like Connor 2.5 as I like to call him. Seemingly normal, but with a worl of horrible memories inside of him. I hoe you enjoy the rest of the story. Thanks for the review.

MissEdith 02/22/06 - 06:27PM 24: 21. Compartmentalize Signed
I really liked all the father/child interaction in this chapter. And I absolutely loved Willow's "don't tempt fate" line. It was HILARIOUS. I'm not quite sure why, but it really really really was.

Author's Response: Thanks for the review. I'm glad you liked the "tempting fate" line. I always worry my humor will fall flat. So happy that didn't happen.

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