Supernaturalville
Penname: Vanessa [Contact]
Real name: Vanessa Sgroi
Status: Member
Member Since: 07/08/07
Website: www.freewebs.com/vsgroi
Beta-reader:

I make my home in a small little house in upstate New York. It's not much, but it's mine and that's what matters.  By day you'll find me toiling away at a hospital as a secretary.  By night, I'm a writer. My secret life if you will.

While Supernatural is my current favorite obsession, I enjoy writing for several different fandoms--Emergency, Starsky & Hutch, and the Leandros Bros. books by Rob Thurman. I'm also a published author, having two books of poetry ("Doorway to a Soul" and "In the Quiet Stillness") out there.

I love to make friends and meet new people.  Supernaturalville has provided an incredible opportunity to do just that and it's been a blast.  Writing and reading fanfic is really one life's great pleasures.


[Report This]
 
 
Reviews by Vanessa
 
Summary: Dean is haunted by the flashback from a hunt that took place while Sam was at Stanford. He can't remember the details but what he can't recall can hurt him.
Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 11 Completed: Yes Word count: 26504
[Report This] Published: 29/12/06 Updated: 11/02/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed starstarstarstarstar
Date: 15/08/07 Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11 Hunt Part 2: Perception of Reality

Fantastic!!  This was a great story!

Vanessa



Author's Response: hey Vanessa! Ta s much. It's so cool to get a note from someoe and be able to know what they look like! 

 
Summary:

Wake-Up Call Banner

What happens to the Winchester's after the events of "Devil's Trap"? This was actually written right after the season finale some months ago.


Categories: AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 23 Completed: Yes Word count: 93391
[Report This] Published: 01/01/07 Updated: 24/02/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 25/09/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1: Not Before Everything

Ahhhhh, you are a woman after my own heart.  I adore, simply adore, Hurt!Dean stories!!  Reading them as well as writing them.

This was a wonderful story.  Thank you so much for sharing.



Author's Response: Well, I can't seem to write anything but hurt!Dean stories...it's a compulsion, lol.  Anyway, I always enjoy seeing a love for my first foray into the world of fan fiction. Thanks for making the time :)

 
Eye Candy by Mady Bay Rated: M starstarstarstar [Reviews - 3]
Summary: The brothers' vacation at the beach turns into a nightmare for Dean.

Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 13842
[Report This] Published: 02/01/07 Updated: 02/01/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 16/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Eye Candy

Another great and unique write.  Very much enjoyed it!

Author's Response: Thanks so much for reviewing!  Glad you enjoyed it...

 
Crashing by Mady Bay Rated: M starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 8]
Summary: Downtime has its dangers, too. Losing control leads to crashing, and visa versa.

Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 14356
[Report This] Published: 02/01/07 Updated: 02/01/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 16/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Crashing

This was an amazing write,

My heart simply broke for Dean.  His anguish was outright palpable.  I was actually holding my breath when he went into the restroom and then knew he had to look in the toilet, discovering all the blood.

And Sam's degree of worry mixed with frustration was quite well done.  You handled a touchy story with tremendous grace.



Author's Response: Thanks so much for your wonderful review.  As I've said before, this was a tough story to write and I'm glad I got things right for Sam and Dean.

 
Summary: A hunt goes bad. Sam needs to take care of injured Dean while they wait out the night...

Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 7563
[Report This] Published: 02/01/07 Updated: 02/01/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 16/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: The Long Night

Ahhh, yet another good one.  I liked the name Foogers and how it was derived.  lol  Just curious--are you perhaps from somewhere here in New York State?

Author's Response: Thanks for the review!  Glad you liked those Foogers....  And yes, I'm in NYS, just north of Binghamton.

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 19/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: The Long Night

Yay--I like meeting others in New York State.  I'm up here (over here?) in Rochester.



Author's Response: Up AND over...

 
The Feather by bayre Rated: K+ starstarstarstar [Reviews - 15]
Summary:

All his life Sam hears things he shouldn't and keeps finding feathers.  Some S1 & S2 spoilers, more like references.

Runner up Whatever Man category (round 8) Supernatural Fan Fiction Awards


Categories: One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2972
[Report This] Published: 08/01/07 Updated: 08/01/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 13/10/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I just discovered this story.  Wow--I absolutely love it!  Big brother Dean molts every once in awhile.  VBG  Love it!

Author's Response: Thanks so much V.

 
Summary:

It seems the boys can't even get into their car some days without finding trouble. Rated T for some language.

Winner of Dude Where's My Car category (round 8 Supernatural FanFiction Awards)


Categories: One Shots, Humor Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1942
[Report This] Published: 28/01/07 Updated: 28/01/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 16/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

How wonderfully delightful this story was!  I could not stop laughing.

 



Author's Response: Thank you so much, it was fun to write too.

 
Summary:

2.13 Houses of the Holy tag

"You pray?" The wheels in Dean’s mind were turning, trying to comprehend this incomprehensible information that had been so casually exposed. What do you pray for? I pray for peace in the world, for the strength to fight evil....and I pray for you.

DUFE

My most beautiful banner by the talented dreamalittledreamofsam

Dream, I am speechless, I absolutely freaking love this banner! *hugs* 

 


Categories: One Shots, Missing Scenes Characters: Dean W., Sam W.
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1433
[Report This] Published: 05/02/07 Updated: 05/02/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 05/10/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Thank you for taking one of my favorite scenes from HOTH and expanding on it.  It's one of my favorite episodes and that scene, where Sam admits that he prays and Dean is so taken aback, chokes me up.

You did a wonderful job here.



Author's Response:

Thank you, Vanessa.  Especially for reviewing on one of my older stories.  Yes, I loved that revelation and simply needed to explore it more.

It again illuminates the different views of the brothers.  Dean was so hurt by Mom's death and the thought that angels didn't protect her and that is reflected in his anger at God.  Sam is feeling such a need for redemption for factors that he has no control over so it is only natural that he seeks out a higher power.

How very complicated these Winchesters and their stories are.  Take care, B.J.

 
Summary:

The brother's strengths are tested when they are confronted by both a supernatural threat... and a human one. Dean must face his fear of losing his brother in order to save not only Sam, but himself as well.


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 8 Completed: Yes Word count: 94133
[Report This] Published: 08/02/07 Updated: 28/03/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 31/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Great story!  I enjoyed reading it so much.



Author's Response:

Thanks so much, V. It was great meeting you at Kazcon -- I appreciate you taking time to read some of my work.

Best,

GS

 
Summary:

Story banner

Sam has a deadly vision of his brother. Meanwhile, Dean is keeping secrets again.

Banner by Sweetie0704


Categories: General, AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 15 Completed: Yes Word count: 72116
[Report This] Published: 19/02/07 Updated: 15/12/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 18/09/07 Title: Chapter 13: When Morning Comes

An amazing new chapter.  I'm simply enthralled with this story.

Author's Response: Thank you, Vanessa! I'm so happy you liked it and were enthralled...what a great word, btw.

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed starstarstarstarhalf-star
Date: 19/10/07 Title: Chapter 14: Dancing with the Devil

Heartwrenching, edge-of-your-seat stuff.  An absolutely wonderful update.  Sorry to see this one almost over.......

 



Author's Response:

Hello, Vanessa! So happy to see your review and that you enjoyed it! I worked a little longer on this one than I normally do and hoped it wouldn't disappoint.

Thanks again!

 
Summary: Past Featured StoryAfter a fight with Dean, Sam is left to wonder if his brother would be better off without him.
Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 11 Completed: Yes Word count: 38555
[Report This] Published: 08/03/07 Updated: 25/04/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 03/09/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was a great story!  Thanks so much for retelling a classic.

Author's Response:

Thanks Vanessa!

A Christmas Carol has always been one of my favorites and I loved that I could put a Supernatural twist on it.

Thanks so much for reading it and I am so happy you liked it!

 
Death Markers by Rae666 Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 269]
Summary:

During a hunt concerning missing people who actually reappear, Dean ends up being kidnapped and awakens tied to what looks like a medical table, when Sam tracks him down will that be the end of it, or is the dark force in play determined to finish what it started?

 

Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket


Categories: General, AU, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 46 Completed: Yes Word count: 72396
[Report This] Published: 21/04/07 Updated: 25/09/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 25/09/07 Title: Chapter 46: Showdown - Part 2

Great ending!  I'm so glad they finally got rid of Nex.



Author's Response: heya! Thanks! I'm kinda glad to be rid of him too but I'm gonna miss him, lol.

 
Abomination by Rae666 Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 426]
Summary:

NOW COMPLETE - Sam and Dean have always been freaks, Sam found out when he was twenty two just how much of a freak he was. It wasn’t until the boys are trapped once again by the demon that they find out Dean’s little secret that none of them knew about.

 

Abomination

Once a quick one shot that wouldn't leave me alone, this is now starting to expand into a story.


Categories: General, AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 42 Completed: Yes Word count: 65131
[Report This] Published: 23/04/07 Updated: 20/05/09


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 09/08/07 Title: Chapter 16: Faint

I'm loving this story.  I can't wait to read more. 

Author's Response: Thank you. Glad you're enjoying.

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 01/09/07 Title: Chapter 19: Flat on the Floor

Nice update.  I laughed at the part about Dean asking if his butt looked big.  How funny!

Author's Response: Thanks! lol - I figured that's the type of thing a self conscious but vain Dean would ask... he he.

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 21/09/07 Title: Chapter 21: Forgotten

Loved it!  What a super update!  Can't wait for more.

Author's Response: Hey! Thank you loads - really appreciate you reading so I'm glad you enjoyed it! :D

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 21/02/08 Title: Chapter 25: Fire in the Hole

Great update!  I enjoyed catching up with this story once again.



Author's Response: Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

 
Summary: Multiple missing scenes from the end of Asylum through and beyond Scarecrow. A lot still went unsaid between the boys, but flying through walls has got to have consequences.
Categories: General, Missing Scenes Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Completed: Yes Word count: 16631
[Report This] Published: 02/05/07 Updated: 15/06/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 10/08/07 Title: Chapter 5: The Splintered Door

This was an awesome story.  I very much enjoyed reading missing Hurt!Dean (very Hurt!Dean) scenes.

 Wonderful!



Author's Response: thanks so much for the reveiw! I very much enjoy writing Hurt!Dean scenes - so I see a beautiful future for us....

 
Summary: Why Dean hates rats.
Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1095
[Report This] Published: 08/05/07 Updated: 16/10/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 07/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Ahhhh very, very nice.  I don't blame Dean a bit for hating rats.  Ugh!

Author's Response: Hey, vanessa, thanks for the R&R.....it was okay for a first, I think....not too enamored with rats either

 
Summary: What might have happened if Sam had NOT pulled the trigger that first time.    
Categories: One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2938
[Report This] Published: 22/05/07 Updated: 22/05/07


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 12/08/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

This was another great write.  The end of "Hear" is so gutwrenching (at least to me), seeing Sammy cry and that single tear rolling down Dean's cheek--not to mention that flinch.

This is a nice alternative.



Author's Response: Thanks, Vanessa, glad you enjoyed it....It made my heart a bit happier...Like you my heart broke for both boys....Dean tries so hard to protect Sam from harm and 'hurt'

 
Lucifer by Rae666 Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 506]
Summary:

After millennia of evil deeds, a fallen angel is given a second chance and is reborn as a mortal. 28 years later and he’s gotten himself into a spot of bother. Spoilers throughout Season 1 & 2 and this is ending up as an AU.

Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket


Categories: General, AU, Action, Misc Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Shadows of a Morning Star
Chapters: 38 Completed: Yes Word count: 61077
[Report This] Published: 24/05/07 Updated: 24/06/08


Reviewer: Vanessa Signed starstarstarstar
Date: 03/09/07 Title: Chapter 20: Wrath

Ahhh, man.  You're killin' me.  I don't wanna believe that voice came from Dean either.  Waaahhhh!

Author's Response: Thanks! lol - I swear, I really didn't want to end it there... but my brain stopped working. 

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 21/09/07 Title: Chapter 21: Don't say sorry...

Ahhhhh--I needed these story fixes tonight.  Thank you for allowing me to escape to Sam and Dean's world for awhile.

Nice update!



Author's Response: He he - thanks for reading! Glad I could help you escape into their world... It's a brilliant place to go... all for the price of an internet connection and some hardware... lol - thanks loads!

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 14/10/07 Title: Chapter 22: Don't play with fire

Ohhh, this is a good update.  Poor Dean is feeling absolutely terrible.  You can just feel the tension in the air--in his body.  Love it.



Author's Response: Thanking you!! :) Poor Dean... but we love all that torment really >:)

 
Reviewer: Vanessa Signed
Date: 16/11/07 Title: Chapter 24: Forbidden Fruit

Nice update.  Man, I feel so incredibly bad for Dean.

(Check your latin--I think "nostril" should be "nostri".   I only know this because I had a heck of a time with Word correcting my Latin yesterday for Chappy 11 of Scratch, every blasted time I turned around Word was "fixing" a spelling for me.  LOL)



Author's Response:

Heya, thanks!

I checked that Latin thing... when I read it through I was thinking nostril couldn't be right, he he, so I've changed it to nostri. I really wish I could learn Latin. *sniff* I've been falling way behind in your Scratch! I've gotta catch up!