Date: 11 Feb 2011 8:24 AM Title: Chapter 8- Final Goodbyes and Reunions
it was so good ... or more if you ask me
Author's Response:
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 11 Feb 2011 6:33 AM Title: Chapter 8- Final Goodbyes and Reunions
yeah I am not heartless I cried :)
I'm going to put this up on recommended reading I hope you don't mind
xxx
Author's Response:
Of course I don't mind! It means a lot that the story has touched you enough to inspire the rec.
Thanks so much for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 11 Feb 2011 6:27 AM Title: Chapter 8- Final Goodbyes and Reunions
I did cry... can't wait for more...
Author's Response:
Thanks so much for the review. Next chapter=next week.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 09 Feb 2011 5:10 PM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
This is a good story. Thank you and please do not give up on it.
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the rating and review. I promise I will not give up on this story. I only publish one story at a time just so that I can give it its due attention. The next chapter should be up tomorrow or Friday.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 12:16 PM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
i am glad that edward is helping her get back to living although it must be very tuff knowing that carlisle wants to be with her as he would be if given the chance. so sad i have caught up on this story but so glad i found it. can't wait until your next update.
Author's Response:
It's true that Carlisle wants to be there for Bella, but he has not gotten to the point where he can see her in a romantic way. Edward knows that he will take care of Bella. He knows he has to let her go, but it is hard for him just the same.
Thanks for reviewing all the chapters so far. I will try to update ASAP. ;)
Till then
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 11:54 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
i fell sorry for all of the because c/j/a life are no longer there own however i dont think they should take her life - they dont know what is going on in her head and coma victims can be out for years - time hopefully will help :(
Author's Response:
Yeah, it is not a great situation for anyone involved. I think a little more time will shed some light on all of their darkness.
Thanks for sticking with me and for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 11:30 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
i had to break out hte tissues for this chapter - thanks :) love a good cry. wow look at emmett considering carlisle's feels for bella. great chapter onto the next. oh and how often do you update and what day?
Author's Response:
Sorry for making you cry. It is never my intention. :(
As for my updates, I write as often as I can, but I work and have a husband and three busy boys, so my time to write is not as much as I would like it to be. I try to update once a week and it is usually Thursday or Friday by the time I get the most recent chapter back from my pre-reader and proof read it one more time myself.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 11:08 AM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
why have they taken off with her? poor charlie - i know they dont want to loose her again but charlie has just lost her i hope not for good. poor carlisle is he so upset over esme that he is putting all his focus on bella to help him forget? so many questions - onto the next chapter
Author's Response:
They took her because Carlisle felt it was the best option. Taking her to the hospital with those types of wounds would get her locked up in the psych ward for sure. Not only that, he knew that she did it because she wanted to die. Though, he didn't want her to die, he knew that he could give her more options when she recovered from her injuries.
And yes, Carlisle has already lost the first two members of his family, so he focused all his efforts on saving Bella and making her well. I hope I answered all your questions.
Thanks for all the reviews so far!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 10:42 AM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
i can understand why they saved her and i can understand why she has switched herself off. i guess she is numb now and blocking out everything from her mind
Author's Response:
Very good. Not everyone has picked up on that. Sometimes the mind hits its limit on what it can handle and Bella most assuredly hit hers.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 10:20 AM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
oh good lord i didnt' see that coming with esme - still sticking with you onto the next chapter!!
Author's Response:
Yeah, unfortunately Esme had to go. I figured since she attempted to kill herself over the loss of a child in her human life, why wouldn't she do the same in this life?
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 9:57 AM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
never read a story like this before thought it was something different and give it a go glad i did - onto the next chapter
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for taking a chance on something new. I have been wanting to write this story for a while, but there were certain aspects that I needed to nail down before I could start. Now I just need to find the time in my RL to write.
Thanks for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 06 Feb 2011 2:19 AM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
This is one of the first storys that ihave enjoyed in avwhile. Well written and thought out. Better than other Bella Carlisle stories. You have taken great care with all of the other characters.
Hope that you do not use pregnancy as a plot device. It derails other writers including SM.
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the wonderful review. As much as I want to get to the 'good stuff' I just didn't feel right skipping over the emotions that come from losing people who are so important.
And as for the baby question...I have no plans to screw up a good story with a hybrid baby. I agree that SM went a little off the reservation with that particular idea (but I have to concede that it did give a nice balance in the end to give Jacob his mate and explain his unhealthy bond to Bella). That's my opinion anyway. ;)
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 7:50 PM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
good chapter. made me cry for her a little.
Author's Response:
Yeah, Bella has been through alot. Thanks so much for the review. Tissue warning for the next one. I will try and get it out ASAP.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 3:19 PM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
yep needed the tissues again, Will esme make an apperance at the meadow maybe for edward to leave with or will Bella just wake up and not know?
Author's Response:
Oh crap, if you needed them for this chapter, you will most definately need them next time. And as for your Esme question...you will just have to be patient. But I will do my best not to make you wait long.
Thanks so much for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 1:14 PM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
First, I love how you are using Edward to help Bella heal in the meadow. So many writers don't take the time to show the grieving process but we you are. Second, awesome song choices:)
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the review! I never thought it would take me this many chapters to get through the angst, but I just let it flow and so here we are. I'm glad you like the songs. I changed my mind at least a half dozen times.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 7:48 AM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
Beautiful! Keep up the great work. The scenes with Edward have me crying every time. I know they'll have to say goodbye, but its going to be heart wrenching.
Author's Response:
Heart wrenching is a good way to describe the next one (have the tissues ready). Thanks so much for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 6:47 AM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
Edward is going to help her come back to her body. I bet it has to be so painful. I also agree that Carlisle doesnt know he loves Bella like that either.
Author's Response:
Thanks so much for the review and rating. This point in the story is not easy for Bella or Edward, but they can not stay in the meadow forever (as much as they might like to).
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 04 Feb 2011 6:26 AM Title: Chapter 7- Songs of the Heart
Oh Darling, you are good!! That was wonderful!! NO TISSUES!!!! Okay, okay, there were a few moments when Edward knew that he would have to say good bye, but I didn't cry! Aren't you proud of me??? I thought that I was turning into a fucking basket case, because everytime I opened a new chapter, the waterworks would start!!
Okay, so I know that the GOODBYE is coming soon, just make it quick okay?? and then if you could throw in a dose of hope and a dash of maybe I don't know, cheerfulness - then that would be good too. Oh! Oh! Maybe you can put in a pinch of laughter or smiles or at least a sprinkling of the beginings of friendship between C & B - okay, I'll go now, but only coz I have to.
So, in case you didn't get it, I really loved this chapter, Nick!!
Love me
xoxo
Author's Response:
Michele,
Can I tell you I love your reviews? I am not sure I can promise that particular blend of emotions in the next chapter, but I will promise 'hope'. Everything else will be up for grabs (but the other emotions are coming in the next 2-3 chapters, I promise).
I'm glad you had a reprieve from the water works, but you may want to stock up on tissues for the next one (yep, it even made me well up).
Thanks for the fabtabulous review and rating!
Till next time
Nickey {mwah}
Date: 03 Feb 2011 11:15 PM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
i have cried with every chapter. but this one. got to get more tissues tomorrow
Author's Response:
It really is not my intention to make people cry, but I take it as the highest form of praise. I know when a story makes me cry it is because I am totally pulled into the story and can feel the emotions.
Thanks so much for the review. The next chapter is coming up in the next few minutes.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 01 Feb 2011 12:11 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
wow another great chapter, it almost had me, however i didn't need the tissues xx
Author's Response:
Ahh shucks, better luck next time. ;)
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 7:15 PM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
Interesting story, I do hope it gets happier soon. You are very gifted so far.
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the review. I can't rush Bella through this next part anymore than Edward can, but it will not be too much longer, I promise.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 4:32 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
Oh you are so wicked! Your snippy little comments did not go unnoticed by me Missy!!
"Almost makes me well up" - wicked!
Well you know what side I am on - HEA and lots of your special brand of loving, Darlin' - so bring it on - we are not the lilly livered saps that you think we are - we can withstand many chapters of angst and tears - these are fighting words!
Just saying...
I loved this chapter by the way.
Michele
xoxo
Author's Response:
Now, now, don't gete your panties in a twist. It wasn't just you who mentioned needing tissue alerts. Don't be so defensive. ;) And yes I am wicked...you should know that about me by now, silly girl.
Thanks for the rating and review! I always love to hear what you think.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 3:41 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
I just wonder how much longer you can really leave Bella the way she is until it gets to be boring.
Author's Response:
OMG! I hope I am not boring you! I promise this is the begining of the end of her condition. If you noticed, she is starting to reconcile that things with Edward are not 'normal'. This is her way of healing and soon she is not going to be able to ignore that feeling that there is somewhere else she should be.
Thanks for the review and for sticking with me.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 3:21 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
You didn't make me cry but I could feel the angish that they are all feeling. I loved it, Great chapter as always:)
Author's Response:
Do you feel it like a twisting in your stomach? That's what I feel like when the darker emotions run high.
Thanks so much for the the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 12:35 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
I cant believe that Edward isnt trying to get her back to her body so she can live. After all that is allhe ever wanted for her to live and be happy. As for Jasper being right I can see both sides.
Author's Response:
As much as he wants her to live he is also a selfish creature and wants to keep her as long as he can. So he may not be begging her to stay with him, but he is also not going to push her away.
Thanks for the rating and review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 29 Jan 2011 12:05 AM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
I hope she wakes up soon.
Author's Response:
I promise it won't be long now. Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 28 Jan 2011 11:27 PM Title: Chapter 6- Choices
oh... it really is doom and gloom at the moment.. poor cullens :(
Author's Response:
It is for now, but it will start getting better soon. I promise. Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 22 Jan 2011 7:04 PM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
Okay my sweet friend - HOW MANY MORE CHAPTERS OF TEARS TO COME??? I just need to know how many boxes of tissues to buy next week. Seriously Nickey, this story has so many raw emotions right now, but it is good - great even and I can't get enough of it!!
Love, hugs and kisses,
Michele
Author's Response:
Ah Michele, I am so sorry for making you cry again. I forget to warn you all because it doesn't make me cry. I know, I am an unfeeling, cold-hearted beeotch. What can I say? As for your furture need for tissues, I would have to say that at least the next three chapters have tear dropping potential, but there could be more need even after that (just not as great of a need). Since I am writing as I am posting (a new thing for me since I normally pre-write far in advance of posting) I can't guarantee that even after Bella gets better that the angst won't sneak back in here or there.
Thanks for the love!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 12:26 PM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
hmmm I am liking where this is going.. can't wait for the next chapter :)
Author's Response:
I am glad you are sticking with me. I will do my best to keep you interested. I will have the next chapter up sometime next week.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 12:17 PM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
hmmm this is really good... keep up the good work.. 1 more chapter to go before I am caught up :(
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 12:04 PM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
hmmm.... I have no clue.. I need to keep reading :)
Author's Response:
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 11:42 AM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
oooh nice chapter.. I didn't expect Esme...
Author's Response:
I know, but I needed to off her for this story to work. Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 5:56 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
I think Rose would act the way she is in your story for the same reasons. I just love Em, he is so sweet.
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the rating and review. I promise Em and Rose will be back eventually. ;)
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 5:28 AM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
Okay I am looking forward to where this is going. :)
Author's Response:
I am so glad because the story is just turning in my head begging to be put to paper (if not for RL and big girl responsibilities, this would be completely written by now).
Thanks for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 2:45 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
awwwww loved it
Author's Response:
Thanks for the review. I'm glad you loved it.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 2:30 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
I think that is exactly how Rosalie would react if that had happened. She would have felt grief and regret. Powerful chapter, hon:)
Author's Response:
Thanks so much for the lovely review. ;)
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 2:13 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
I do enjoy this story a lot. But Bella has to be coming to some awareness soon right? I mean there are only so many things you can write with her in this state.
I am sad Emmett and Rose are leaving but I get that watching someone have to be led through their day (and helping with it) could to get to people. I hope they return soon.
Can't wait for your next update!
Author's Response:
I agree. You can only keep Bella in the dark for so long (that is why there is a jump in the timeline as the chapters progress). Don't worry, I promise Bella will start becoming more self aware very soon.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 1:08 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
Well another great chapter, I almost cried! lol xx
Author's Response:
It's funny cause I cry at other stories, but not my own. Thanks for the review and rating!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 21 Jan 2011 12:49 AM Title: Chapter 5- And Then There Were Three
I needed a tissue warning...good chapter
Author's Response:
I'm so sorry. I always forget the tissue warnings. Let's just say that you should have kleenex on hand for at least the next 2-3 chapters. ;)
Thanks for the rating and review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 20 Jan 2011 9:06 AM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
Oh I love your story so much, and it is not a bummer, its such amazing writing, you should feel so proud :) xx
Author's Response:
You are too sweet. Thank you so much for the lovely review and rating. I am hoping to have the next chapter up later today.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 6:59 PM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
okay, no seriously! Nick you need to step in here - FIRST NO EDWARD, NO ESME AND NOW .... a shell of Bella??? Not fair, please send some ray of hope .... TRUSTING YOU....
Author's Response:
I promise you that a HEA is in the playbook for this story. Just have a little faith in me to get you there. Bella is a shell...on the outside. Keep in mind that this story follows the four months that Bella has spent alone and broken after Edward and the Cullen's left her. She was damaged even before learning of Edward's death and her own suicide attempt. The human mind can only take so much before it turns in on itself to cope with the pain. On the inside she is in a very happy place (with her Edward). Edward may not be real, but to her he is. He is there to help her heal.
The only ray of hope I can offer is a promise that it is always darkest before the dawn. And it is pretty damned dark roight now. ;)
Thanks for the rating and review.
Til next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 6:42 PM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
going very dark here girl - but it's really good - this is my first e & c fic - if it is that, trusting you babe.
Author's Response:
I believe you meant to ask if it was a B & E fic (since E is ash), and yes it is. I have read a few and have to say in the right setting, I enjoy the pairing. I wanted to write this for a while, but I needed to find the right way to remove E & Es. I promise not to abuse your trust, but it is going to be a little while longer before we can see some light though the dark.
Thanks for the rating and review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 6:31 PM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
oh my word - I am speechless... but not in a bad way, promise :)
Author's Response:
Yeah these first few chapters are not pretty, but I promise good things come to those who wait. ;)
Thanks for the rating and review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 6:28 PM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
Well I will stick with it to see where you are going, it's well written and you are doing a good job.
Author's Response:
Thank you for the wonderful compliment. I will do my best to keep you entertained as we go along this rocky road.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 6:56 AM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
Poor Bella, has lost all will to live. The Cullens must not know what to do.
Author's Response:
They really don't. In all their years of interacting with humans, they have never had to deal with anyone in Bella's current condition. They are just going to have to be patient while she heals and hopefully regains the will to live.
Thanks for the rating and review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 2:49 AM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
So emotionally intense. One of the things that I love about this one, is that most stories like this have Edward dying at the hands of the newborn army, same for Esme. That was not the case here. Bella is greiving just as you would have expected her to in the books. I think you are doing an amazing job with this story.
Author's Response:
{Blushing} Thank you for the wonderful review. I think it is much harder to write characters that already have a strong foundation but take them down a different path and see how they would react. I'm so glad you like it.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 18 Jan 2011 2:34 AM Title: Chapter 4- Exodus
oh poor Bella. I hope it all works out for the Cullens and her.
Author's Response:
Bella has a lot of pain to work through in her own head before she can rejoin the land of the un-living. Things will find their rightful place...it is just going to take a wee bit longer. Thanks for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 10:35 PM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
awwww....that wasnt a nice place to stop...i love this story please update soon
Author's Response:
I'm sorry {hangs head in shame}. I have the next chapter nearly complete, so I promise it will be up by Friday at the latest.
Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 6:39 PM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
OMG!!!!! Esme offed herself...wow
Author's Response:
Yeah, the pain of losing Edward and Bella was too much for her. Esme was first and foremost a mom.
Thanks for the rating and review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 2:49 PM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
awesome chappy poor Bella of course Carlisle will help make things better.
Author's Response:
Even though he struggled with the hindsight of his decision to change Esme, he couldn't not save Bella. Thanks so much for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 12:45 PM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
Oh my god. I hope Bella will be ok.
Author's Response:
She will. It will just take a while. Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 7:47 AM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
I dont know what happened but I think it has something to do with Bellas power.
Author's Response:
Not quite, but it is a good theory.
Thanks for the rating and review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 6:11 AM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
Poor everyone. I can totally understand why Bella would feel like that. Its a lose-lose situation right now because they are all grieving so much.
Author's Response:
There is a whole lotta pain to go around right now. Thanks for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 08 Jan 2011 6:04 AM Title: Chapter 3- A Race Against Time
Great chapter...I needed a 2 tissue alert
Author's Response:
Thanks for the review and rating. Yeah, this was a sad one to write.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 03 Jan 2011 12:18 AM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
I hope they get to Bella in time. Poor Carlisle and Bella.
Author's Response:
That will be answered in the next chapter. Thanks for the rating and review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 01 Jan 2011 6:35 PM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
wow that was a sad chappy in an awesome story. to further your note it is a very permanent solution to temporary problems and though things at the time seem like they won't get better they do.
Author's Response:
I didn't feel right writing about this particular subject matter without including that chapter note. Thanks so much for the review. Yes, it was very sad. It will be sad for a while, but I promise light in the future.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 01 Jan 2011 5:08 PM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
I love it
Author's Response:
Thank you so much for the review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 01 Jan 2011 3:01 AM Title: Chapter 2- Bad Things Come In Three's
Very intense chapter hon:)
Author's Response:
Yeah, these next few chapters are not all fluffy and fun. :( Thanks for the review!
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 31 Dec 2010 11:47 AM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
Very Intriging start. I look forward to more. Thanks for sharing. Happy New Year To you too.
Author's Response:
Thanks for the review. The next chapter will be coming up shorly.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 28 Dec 2010 8:28 PM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
Great first chapter:)
Author's Response:
Thank you. I have been dying to write this, but I needed to finish US before I let myself get too far into it. I hope to have the next chapter up by this weekend.
Till then
Nickey
Date: 26 Dec 2010 6:05 PM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
Good chapter.
Author's Response:
Thanks for the rating and review.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 25 Dec 2010 3:01 PM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
okay when you say 'things dont end well for edward' you mean he's gonna dead right?? that really sucks ass for him if he does LOL. anyway i really like it so far soooo keep it up!!! =D and to think all cuz of rosalie.... fucking bitch!!! LOL
Author's Response:
Ahhh, don't be so hard on Rosalie. She really isn't a cold hearted bitch and trust me when I say there is enough guilt to go around.
Thank you so much for the rating and review. I am already well on my way with chapter two and hope to be posting before the new year.
Till next time
Nickey
Date: 24 Dec 2010 11:12 PM Title: Chapter 1- When It All Went Wrong
You know that I love you right? And you know that I am a huge B & E fan, but I trust you, so I will just say that this was a great first chapter and let's see where you take us!
Merry Christlmas
Author's Response:
Michele,
I am so glad you love me. ;) Right back at cha! I also love, love, LOVE a good B&E pairing, but I have been itching to write a C&B pairing (you know my secret love affair with Carlisle) and this idea finally came to me so I gotta go with it.
Thanks so much for the rating and review! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!
Nickey