It was so interesting to see the whole family,and how supportive they are to see Edward find his mate.   It was so sweet.   Edward is making his plan to woo his woman.   Can't wait to see what she think when he tells her the truth, but I've got a feeling that she's going to figure it out before he can tell her.   Reading on.   Love the story.

Author's Response:

The family cracks me up, and I'm glad you're enjoying them, too. They really only want him to be happy, and now they know he is. I don't want to spoil anything for you, so you'll just have to see when it's all figured out. :) Thanks for reading!

- R

I thought that this was a great beginning to the story.   We clearly understand that Edward is a vampire and that he can read minds, and he is very interested in Bella.   Not only because she is beautiful, but because she is so smart and sweet...a full package.   It was sweet to hear how Bella was sad to hear of his parents and how she wished she never brought them up.      Edward wants to spend time with her, and we can't wait to see where this is going.   Great introduction, getting the readers ready for a fun ride.  Reading on!

Author's Response:

Hi, there! Thanks for starting my story! I always get nervous when I pick up new readers.

I smiled pretty hugely at all your compliments, thank you so much. When I began writing this, I knew I wanted to write an Edward who could hear Bella's thoughts, and not one that would be distracted by her blood on a constant basis. I think the trade-off has been worth it thus far.

- Rachel

Alas... now I have to wait for the next update like everyone else :-( Oh well... I loved this chapter too! They managed to kinda sorta almost get their freak on... *giggles at my wording* We all know that they kinda sorta really really needed that... huh??? yeah, they did!

See... James is a bad boy and he isn't smart enough to remeber stuff like 'don't eat your bosses mate' and such... dude's wierd... (yeah, my own little quote via Mike Newton)

Okay, now that I'm all caught up maybe I can see what my crazy little six pack of kids is up to... the house is still standing...for now... so must not be much :-)

See yah,

Dijah

Author's Response:

I'm so, so happy you're enjoying my story, and that you're sticking around to keep reading. :D

Edward and Bella really did need that, lol. He was especially strung tight because he's avampire who was desparately missing his mate. I'm glad you found that part steamy, because it was hard for me to put out there. Now I'm not as nervous about it anymore.

James won't be causing any more issues. Edward will have to answer to Bella for not telling her about James in the first place, but I promise not to make it too hard on him. Wow, you have a brood! Good luck! And thanks so much for reading, and for taking the time to review!

- R

Well... that went much better than he thought. I bet she will like having her own special antique to play with and admire any time she likes... pun possibly intended ;-)

Thanks,

Dijah

Author's Response:

Ah, hell. I responded to this one all out of order. Now my mild OCD will be a little nuts. Hehehe!

Your pun was cute, seriously. Bella will definitely like that. Eventually. ;) Thank you, bb!

- R

Well, I'm up and movin' again! Sleep does a body good ya know :) I enjoyed this chappie, even with the tiny hint of angst you splashed in there... they will be okay though... I just know it! I think that she will call him quickly when she starts to feel that achy feelin' again... huh???

Onward I march...

Dijah

Author's Response:

Hi, Dijah!

I'm up and checking email and such before work, and was glad to see you returned to read this morning. :)

I can tell you I'm not an angst writer. I'm not here to put people through emotional hell. I'm here to hopefully make people laugh, and feel good. Thanks so much for continuing to read!

- R

Okay, you are my favorite writer so far.  Now all you have to do is to mention Hollywood Casino Aurora and Joliet and I will be a happy camper.  I am a games supervisor at Joliet and love the fact that you are using places that I have either worked for or gone to play at.  Keep up the good work.  :)

Author's Response:

I can't tell you how hard I smiled after reading your review! I'm so happy you like my story, and the fact that you've worked or played in the casino I'm writing about is AWESOME! I just hope I'm doing it justice, really. I've certainly honed my research skills. Thank you so much for reading, and for taking the time to let me know what you thought!

- Rachel

Hey! I love that you already replied to my last review! I love it when authors do that. It really sells me on their work even more. I loved this chapter! I love your characters... Edwards sense of humor is great, Rose having ADD is too funny! Emmett is always a character I look forward to and I love everyone else too. I enjoy that you took the bitterness out of Rose and gave her a way to cope with never being able to have kids. They all see so easy going and thats just what I like to read sometimes... yeah, there is always a time for extreme angst... but I like it light and fluffy sometimes too. They just seem more real in your story... I also like that the Volturi respect the mate thingy... Okay, I'm off to read more!

Thanks,

Dijah

Author's Response:

You're welcome!

I've responded to every review I've received, with the exception of those on ff who have their PMs disabled. It's the least I can do for people who leave feedback, you know?

I didn't want to write Rose the way I've seen her written hundreds and hundreds of times. No bitter, self-absorbed Rose for me, thanks. I've tried as hard as I can to make this group of Cullens healthier, if that's the word I'm looking for. I'm really pleased that you like the twists I've incorporated into the usual canon concepts. Thanks so much!

- R

Just found this last night, and now I'm hooked! Your universe is different enough from canon to be a freshing change of pace, but not so different that the characters are unrecognizable. I'm very interested to see how this plays out!

And any author who makes Edward a Cubs fan gets a virtual hug from me! :)

Author's Response:

Thank you!

I'm glad you're enjoying my story, and the world I'm putting these characters into. I'm trying to flip a lot of the canon concepts, obviously, while trying to also keep them recognizable. It can be a delicate balance.

Yay! Go Cubs, go! (They owe us a good season next year, after all the losing and Zambrano bull they put us through this year.) Just sayin'. lol

Thanks for reading, and for taking the time to let me know what you thought! *hugs*

- Rachel

Oh, some lemonade! Happy times! Well, at least James isn't an asshole, just not so controlled! I wonder how Bella will react? Will she surprise Edward?

Author's Response:

I'm glad you enjoyed the lemonade, and the happy times! ;)

Exactly! James isn't an asshole. He's just a vampire having a hard time with his bloodlust around Bella. It's as simple as that. Edward will have to answer to Bella for not telling her about James in the first place, but I promise not to make it too hard on him. Thanks so much for reading and reviewing!

- R

OMG your are hilarious!   I have been laughing outloud for several chapters now and my husband how HATES twilight fanfiction is actually interested in your story now.  Next chap please!

 

Author's Response:

Hi, Carissa!

That's SO cool! I can't tell you how awesome that is, that your Twi-hating husband is taking interest in my story. I think I'm kind of intimidated by that, just a little. lmao

Really, I'm just glad I've been able to make you laugh, and I'm happy you're enjoying my story. Thank you so much for reading!

- Rachel

This is a very good story; looking forward to more.

Author's Response:

Thank you so much! I'm really happy you're enjoying it. :)

- Rachel

I love the chapter, especially how Bella played Embry. She´s a bad girl. LOL!

But I can´t wait for the moment when Bella meets the Cullens. I only say 'Alice'.

Author's Response:

Haha, I'm so glad you liked Bella's snarky, feisty side! I love writing her - and being able to give her a healthy sense of humor and snark is great. We've got a bit of an issue coming up with James, but that's all I can tell you about the next chapter. Bella will meet the rest of the Cullens. :)

Thank you so much for reading and reviewing!

- Rachel

I had so much fun reading this. I love how witty and fun Bella is with her sense of humor. I like her laten power too. They are so sweet together.

Merrily

Kat

Author's Response:

I'm glad you enjoyed it, and that you liked Edward's human memory in this chapter. It has to be so bittersweet for Edward to be gifted with these precious memories, yet not be able to see or speak with the real thing, you know? Bella's power is definitely one I've never seen before, and I'm glad it's different. :)

Thank you so much for reading and reviewing!

- Rachel