Reviewer: Oceane (Signed) · Date: 08/12/09 09:58 PM · On: Chapter 3 - Big Brothers Know Best, by LostatC

Awww...Loved the flashback of DEan teaching Sam how to shoot. This cave is intriguing, no water is entering in it but they can't stay there forever, what they're going to do, can't wait to know. Nicely done Kim. 

Author's Response:

Thank you very much.  I'm not usually a flashback writer but this one begged to be written.

Kim

Reviewer: Janger (Signed) · Date: 07/12/09 05:51 PM · On: Chapter 3 - Big Brothers Know Best, by LostatC

Kim, I thoroughly enjoyed the gun/shooting lesson in this delightful flashback.  Told with such loving detail, you must have had a great time watching hubby instructing your son.

I loved the way Sam's mind wandered back to happier times as he sat in the dark holding his unconscious brother.  It was so in character and typical of both boys.

The extent of Dean's injuries were subtely revealed on their aborted attempt to leave the cave and the fact that Dean asked Sam to leave him was another giveaway as to their predicament. 

I loved it way back then and had just as much fun reading it again today.  Those poor boys have a long way to go before they see the daylight!

Jane x

Author's Response:

Jane,

I'm honored you liked it.  Its the funny thing about collaborating with people who's work you like so much, it really humbles a person.  I was so nervous about doing this little project, as I think we all were.  It worked, though. 

Thank you so much for all the points you mentioned.  I don't usually work in flashbacks but this one begged to be written the minute I saw "gun porn" as one of our goals for this story. 

I'm rambling, sorry.  Thanks again.

Kim

Reviewer: Primrose (Signed) · Date: 06/12/09 11:40 PM · On: Chapter 3 - Big Brothers Know Best, by LostatC

Heh.  The first and only time I fired a gun, it was a .22 revolver, and after a few shots to practice, I hit the bullseye.  That brought back some memories, although I like the idea of the pencil technique.  Good chapter!

Author's Response:

Well done.  Its a skill and from what I hear, there are some people that just can't do it.  The pencil technique is something my hubby has used to break down the process for his more difficult learners.  I hope the chapter brought back good memories. 

Thanks for reading and I'm happy you enjoyed it.

Kim

Reviewer: Cookie6 (Signed) · Date: 06/12/09 01:35 PM · On: Chapter 3 - Big Brothers Know Best, by LostatC

Amazing chapter, Kim.  I just love the way you continued with our plot but expertly placed a flashback that was significant to the boy's lives. Very clever. This extended scene of Sam holding his injured brother, lost in his memories as they wait for the water to recede is just perfect.

And holy moly, have you done some extra research or what?!? All that info and facts on handguns, that lesson on shooting ,wow, it was so detailed. I love the way you had Dean teaching Sam from the perspective of protection and lifeskills, not showing off, just need to know basis.

And, girl, you nailed the boys banter and conversation, both in your wee!chester flashback and as they are now.

So, they are forced back into the cave, something doesn't want them to leave....wonderful plot twist and cliffie for our next co-conspirator.

Cookie

Author's Response:

Cookie,

Thank you so much.  The details were easy since my source of research shares a bed with me.  He was an expert marksman in the US Navy for 20 years.  He's taught numerous people how to shoot (even using pencils) and using an imaginary gun in their hands, taught my 13 year old the proper way to shoot so I could record them.  It was fun to watch/listen to.  Most of Sam's questions were the exact questions my son asked.  Once that was done, the chapter was too easy to write.

Thanks again!

Kim

Reviewer: Tree66 (Signed) · Date: 06/12/09 10:50 AM · On: Chapter 3 - Big Brothers Know Best, by LostatC

Kim

I gotta tell you- I am BLOWN away- I was in shooter heaven reading this chapter- being the absolute gun/shooting/.45 freak that I am- reading through that section- your play by play of Dean teaching Sam to shoot was just perfect! I can't tell you the times that I read fiction and just cringe when there's any mention of weapons or shooting... but you nailed this! Thank you for yet again feeding one of my obsessions.

And then- you finished it up with more HurtDean and the boys yet again in peril. I'm sensing perhaps some hypothermia? on the way.... (rubs hands together in anticipation as she stares out the window at the snow on the ground)

I will say it again- I think you ladies have perhaps given me one of the greatest "Thank-you's" I could have EVER asked for.

Author's Response:

Tree,

Relief has finally set in.  I've been anticipating/fearing this moment for a while now.  When conversations first started regarding this story "gunporn" was one of the requirments and that moment popped into my head.  I then got a digital recorder and told my husband to teach my son how to shoot a gun properly.  Some of the statements between Dean and Sam came directly from the conversation between my two guys.  And the pencil thing is something my husband has used on more than one occassion while teaching some of his more "difficult" sailors (meaning they couldn't shoot straight if their lives depended on it) how to shoot without wasting bullets.

And thank God you're not a 9 mil fan - the Navy military police guys really do call it a chick gun because they switched switched from the .45 to the 9 mil because women joined their ranks.  I was afraid I'd be insulting you 

I'm really happy you enjoyed this chapter.

Kim

Reviewer: moira4eku (Signed) · Date: 03/12/09 05:25 PM · On: Chapter 2 - Mountains Washed Away, by Cookie6

Yikes! So curious as to how Sam is going to get himself and poor injured Dean out of there, Love me some injured Dean! Dean is really out of it right now, what is Sammy to do? Looking forward to reading the next chapter!

Author's Response:

Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate every one of them. We're glad you're enjoying Tree's Dean-whumpage too.

Yep, Sam's got his work cut out for him for sure. My next co-writer has that firmly under control (I won't spoil everyone's surprise and reveal who it is!)

We look forward to seeing you along with our story, thanks for saying so.

And your blingee stars are beautiful, thank you very much.

Cookie

Reviewer: Janger (Signed) · Date: 02/12/09 11:35 AM · On: Chapter 2 - Mountains Washed Away, by Cookie6

Aah Petra, beautifully done.  I love the way he just slipped away at the end. 

Sam's geek-outs are the stuff of legend and Dean's reaction was just perfect.  A great continuation of the cave scene, now we know where they are and what they've got left and what state those sweet boys are in.

It's like reading it for the first time, I can't believe how long ago we all started playing!!  Jane x

Author's Response:

Thanks, Jane. So glad you loved my little Dean-slide cliffie. I think we have Tree's undivided attention and Steph's squee...

For a die hard dean!girl, I'm a bit partial to a Sammy geek-out too, so our group discussion ensuring our facts were all there was too good to pass up.

Yep, I further detailed the boys predicament from Cal's scene and handed over the reins. Go team!

I am stoked at your last comment, such high accolades, thank you so much.

And sparkly Jane-stars, lovely!

Cookie

Reviewer: Primrose (Signed) · Date: 02/12/09 06:56 AM · On: Chapter 2 - Mountains Washed Away, by Cookie6

Dang!  What a great chapter!  Injured Dean, trapped in a cave, unable to see...just lovely!  I liked how Dean was zoning in and out of consciousness.  Having Sam's voice fade in and out was a great way to show it.  Love it!

Author's Response:

Wow, this little review packs a big punch. You have put a smile on my dial that won't go away any time soon.

Thanks so much for your high praise, much appreciated.

Cookie

Reviewer: supernaturalsam (Signed) · Date: 01/12/09 05:48 PM · On: Chapter 2 - Mountains Washed Away, by Cookie6

Awesome chapter, Petra!

I just LOVE it when Sam geeks out...a man after my own heart. And have I mentioned how much I love when he has to take charge?

*sighs happily*

I was on pins and needles waiting for the next chapter. I'm telling ya, it's the only thing that got me through today! You guys are doing such an amazing job with this and I am so in love with it!

Thanks again for doing this for us! It just means the world to me!

Stephanie

Author's Response:

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you do around here, and for the glowing review.

It's pretty cool to know we can please both the Sam and Dean admins around here.

I too, love Sam's quiet assertiveness when he's in full hunter and protective brother mode (one of my fav Sam moments EVER was when he marched out of Dean's hospital room in OTHOAP and demanded Castiel "heal, Dean. Now.") It's so easy to make Sam shine because he does.

And you're welcome, you mean the world to us.

Thanks for your glittery stars, we love them.

Cookie

Reviewer: Tree66 (Signed) · Date: 01/12/09 03:18 PM · On: Chapter 2 - Mountains Washed Away, by Cookie6

Whump Dean for Tree - I'm just sooooo easy to please aren't I? LOL - Well done ma'am... You have risen to the challenge!

I loved this bit...

Dean grimaced. Sam was revving towards full blown geek-out. While Dean was continually amazed at his little brother's talent for uncovering the most obscure facts and information, it didn't mean he needed, nor wanted, the Encyclopedia Britannica version. Unchecked, Sam's brain would unleash every bit of research he had gleaned for this hunt in one fell, academic swoop.

Even I could see Dean rolling his eyes in the darkness... heehee...

I also loved the still-ominous slumping around of the creature- its hanging just outside the small cave- just biding its time only augmented when at the very end- the water started to drain... I LOVE those types of CLIFFIES even if I'm on the receiving end of them... LOL

I'm totally loving this - jumped on the chapter just as soon as the email alert popped up on my screen. I think you all are spoiling me!!! (but I'll take it!)

By the way - I ADORE the main poster - lovely piece of artwork- and the individual story banners are beautiful too.  I think I may be doing a little begging for a completed piece once this is all finished.

Author's Response:

It was a pleasure whumping Dean for such a good cause. Easy to please is OK with us!

Thanks heaps for pointing out the bits you enjoyed, your detailed feedback is high praise indeed. I'm stoked my cliffie affected you so much.

Our little team is thrilled to bits that you are jumping onto our ch's, and yeah, spoiling you was the point, so we're chuffed.

And absoltuely, how spectacular are our banners!?! Our resident artists are the best in the business and we're proud of them, and their work.

Buckle up, grab Steph and Dawn, and hold on, lady, we havent' finished with you yet!!

Cookie

Reviewer: Tree66 (Signed) · Date: 29/11/09 04:08 PM · On: Chapter 1 - Up Snake Creek, by calUK

okay- you got me- I'm hooked!

First- let me say... I'm grateful and humbly appreciative of your collective efforts - I dont really ask to be recognized for the work I do to keep this site up and running- I mostly (selfishly) just love having a place to enjoy some good SN fiction.  

You are all some of my favorite writers around here - so for you guys to all get together on a project like this- well it undoubtedly will be a story unlike any other...

I love that you chose to set this in S1 - mostly because while I love where the show has gone - I undeniably still adore S1 Dean with all his rougeish behavior, attitude and kick-ass swagger.

I also love the promise of Whump, Angst and Guns - so okay- you all know me pretty good too!!!

SO Cal - awesome first chapter... Nothing quite as promising as a dark cave... some already bleeding Winchesters, and something lurking, and growling in the dark...

Is it Tuesday yet?

Author's Response:

You more than deserve a little recognition, asked for or not! So enjoy the whumpage and the angst and the S1 boys (and the gun *coughporncough*)!

Thanks hun, for everything!

Cal

Reviewer: Oceane (Signed) · Date: 27/11/09 09:45 PM · On: Chapter 1 - Up Snake Creek, by calUK

A round robin story, what a terrific idea. Only one chapter and I'm already hooked. I can't wait for the next part.

Author's Response: Thanks, and glad you enjoyed it so far!