Date: December 03, 2007 07:37 pm Title: Chapter 1
I just caught up with this story...and since you mentioned in your author's notes at the end that most people don't like death fics, I felt the need to comment.
While, as a whole, death fics aren't my first choice in fanfic reading, I do like them to an extent. As you mentioned in your first chapter, it's an exploration of sorts into writing something different, more challenging. Getting into someone's head, and attempting to keep them in character while they are going through something as life changing as losing a spouse is very challenging. And very cathartic in a way, as well.
Everyone reacts differently to intense situations, and I think in writing a fic like this, we tend to project some of our own thoughts and feelings on the subject into the writing. And as long as the main character stays "in character", I think that's very much ok.
I've enjoyed reading Pam's journey thus far, and hope to read more. I applaud you for taking on such a difficult topic, and I'm glad to see you've kept up with it. Well done!
Author's Response:
Thanks for your input! I agree with you....alot of people react differently and put their own twist on the situation. I'm not sure how Pam would really react, but if I found the love of my life and he died after only a short time of marriage, I would be the one to go hide in my room, etc. So, I guess this is about what I would do....but, I hope it translates for Pam well too.
Thank you for your comments! I appreciate it!
Date: December 02, 2007 04:51 pm Title: Chapter 1
i have a lump in my throat and now people are going to ask why I was crying...beautiful writing though...you should definitely think of writing some fluff in a different story
Author's Response: Sorry for pulling out your heart and dropping it into a vat of boiling tears. And, kicking you in the crotch with a frozen sledgehammer. Its just the way it has to be. But, I have the itch for more fluffly things, just not at this moment. So, thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it. Thanks.
10 [Report This]Date: November 28, 2007 07:46 pm Title: Chapter 1
Wow. I love and hate this story at the same time. You really got me with the whole laughing and then the sneakers. So subtle, but so strong.
Yeah. Thanks a lot for making me super dooper sad. The funny thing is. . .I'll be happy when you update. . .just so that I can be sad again. Oh goodness. . .
Author's Response: It's a vicious cycle, really. I too feel sad writing and reading this....and I created it. So, I feel ya. Get ready to feel happy again, because I'll be posting tomorrow sometime. Thanks for reading and reviewing! Keep it up!
8 [Report This]Date: November 27, 2007 08:43 pm Title: Chapter 1
I like to read angsty stories when they're complete so I can jump to the end to see if it ends happily. But since Jim dies in the first chapter, I assume there won't be a happy ending. Seriously though, this first chapter was very well done.
Author's Response: I agree. I like to know if things end happily too...but with this one....its hard to say the ending will be happy. But, we'll see when it comes to that point. Thanks for reading!
Date: November 27, 2007 05:40 pm Title: Chapter 1
I kinda wish Jim had a twin who had heart problems and ran on the trail...as bad as that sounds. Good writing though. My heart aches for Pam.
Author's Response:
Hehehe...I do to....sad stuff....
Thanks for reading and reviewing!
Date: November 26, 2007 08:39 pm Title: Chapter 1
Oh wow this story is looking so good. I think you've captured Pam's traumatic state really, really well. I got chills when you described her throwing the lamp at the CD player. Sad, but very good. Please continue!
Author's Response: Hehehe. Thanks! The whole throwing lamp thing is probably what I would do at that moment. It's not really violent but its just the thing that tells someone that they're outta control, you know? Throwing stuff just because they can....so, thanks. I hope to have more up soon. Thanks!
Date: November 26, 2007 05:22 pm Title: Chapter 1
so so so sad
But i would imagine this is how Pam would act in a situation like this.
Superb writing!
Author's Response: Thanks....I didnt have such an enormous amount of feedback the first chapter, so thanks for commenting and sharing your thoughts. I hope to have more....thanks agian!
10 [Report This]Date: November 24, 2007 10:59 pm Title: Chapter 1
Oh God, depressing. REALLY WELL WRITTEN. Bt oh so depressing. Ah, I must find out what else happens, please update soon.
Author's Response:
Yeah, depressing....but, I think this story is more about Pam's journey then about Jim's death. So, its gonna have it depressing moments, sure. But, I think in the end, the story will be about personal struggle and overcoming that. So....until another chapter is posted...
Thanks for reading and reviewing. I appreciate it!