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Reviews by sojourner84 Summary: Past and present collide as an incident from Sam and Dean's childhood may have some bearing on their current predicament.
Categories: One Shots, Wee!chester Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 10457 [Report This] Published: 26/12/06 Updated: 26/12/06
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Date: 12/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 "She smiled again, and Dean grimaced as his younger brother smiled back. The little geek. He’d smile at anyone…" Ha! I just had the most adorable visual with that part of the scene. “You’re paying for that window.” Oh Dean and his car... I really enjoyed this read.
Author's Response: I'm glad you enjoyed it! This was my first attempt at fan fiction so I really had no idea what I was doing! Summary: Helping Dean get through the nights when it just becomes too much to handle.
Categories: One Shots Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2060 [Report This] Published: 30/12/06 Updated: 30/12/06
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 Date: 14/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Oh wow...This wasn't a "mindless rambling." This was powerful. Summary:
When I look at Dean Wichester, this is what I see. Categories: One Shots Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 545 [Report This] Published: 30/12/06 Updated: 30/12/06
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Date: 14/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 "He knew pain. His body bore the scars of countless battles, those won and those lost. The scars that hurt the most, though, didn’t show on his skin." Loved that line. Great work. Author's Response: I Liked that line too. Ta so much. Summary:
Following John's coordinates, the boys prepare to battle a witch. When they discover a greater evil is at work, can Sam save Dean's life or will his brother's pain become his own? Categories: General Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 8 Completed: Yes Word count: 53269 [Report This] Published: 30/12/06 Updated: 31/12/06
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Date: 22/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Coordinates She merely lifted a brow and looked back down at him. As Sam watched, a silent conversation seemed to go on between them. One where Dean suggested, she shot him down, Dean backed off, and she ran him out of town with a lynch mob. He watched his brother swallow, pull in his bottom lip, and sit back, for all intents and purposes, defeated. *laugh* Love that. I was laughing at our interpretations of who the boys take after. In my story I had said that Bobby saw pieces of John in Dean and Sam took after his mother. You said the opposite in this story. *laugh* Honestly, they don't look like either. I actually know some Kavanaghs. Not nearly this interesting. I enjoy your OC's. Yay! Another hunt about a witch. Yes, I realize that I read your stories backward. *blush* Your Frost references from Within My Hands inspired me to make a Dean video on youtube, The Gravel Road. Actually, whenever I read your stuff it spurs new ideas in my mind all the time. You know how to weave together a flowing story. Your creativity makes me want to explore different hunts and angles when and if I ever get a chance to start a new one. Thanks for that. Now that I am reading at the beginning, do you think you'll be writing a new project soon? Okay, this review is ridiculously long. Great work as always, Storyteller!Author's Response: How crazy! I just left you a review for your latest chapter. :) You make me giddy saying that reading my stories spurs new ideas for you. What a compliment! I almost don't know where to put that, but I thank you for it. Yeah, that's funny that we flipped who the boys take after. That actually started for me because of a bad TV. Seriously. On my TV it looked in Season 1 like Sam had brown eyes, so I decided to connect him to John because Dean's were so green. Then, I was (ahem) corrected by a reviewer saying Sam's were hazel, too. But oh well. I like my brown-eyed Sam, so I think I'll keep him. In my mind, though Dean emulates his father, Sam is actually more like him -- one-track minded, focused on the mission, can be oblivious to everyone and everything around him until he's forced to think differently... I have a couple new projects brewing, actually. One just got sent off to a zine (printed fanfic), and two that are sketched out waiting for me to get on it... One will include Brenna, a wraith, and some human monsters. The other... well, it was inspired by being stuck in the Denver airport around Christmas in a blizzard... ;) Thanks so much for asking and I hope you enjoy them once they're posted. Oh, and no worries about long reviews. Love them. Cheers -- GS
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Date: 23/01/07 Title: Chapter 2: Banshee Something about her face spoke only of honesty, of a gift of power that she hadn’t asked for, and that she fought to control. A gift like Sam’s. Without another word, he turned away from her, and noticed that it was like stepping away from the warmth of a campfire into the dark of the night. He walked out of the garage, and felt something inside of him crack at the sound of her soft sob. I really loved that paragraph. You know, I really, really like this Brenna. Seriously. So many people have these OFC's that just take the lead and force their presence throughout a story. Not her. She's a wonderful character, Storyteller. I liked the part where she asked Dean where he was. How she can only see Sam and his father when she looks at Dean. That is too sad. AH! You and your cliffies, woman! Oh, and that end note...I was hoping you'd take the banshee lore outside the box. Way outside the box. *Smile* Looking forward to the rest. Author's Response: Oh yeah. So outside the box...the box is a spec in the distance. Thanks so much for your review and for quoting me back to me. :) I really like knowing what works for reviewers (I mean, I guess I like knowing what doesn't work, too, so that I can change it -- but it's not as much fun as hearing what works, in all honesty). I'm so glad you're enjoying this story. As the first one I wrote, I posted each chapter completely afraid I'd be laughed out of fanfic... I hope you enjoy the rest! :) GS
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Date: 24/01/07 Title: Chapter 3: Holding On “Sam, you can carry me when I won’t know about it. And not before.” Ha! Such a Dean thing to say. All I have to say about this chapter is wow... Okay I have more than that to say. *laugh* Don't I always? See, I love that you created this banshee and her torturous death method of connecting people with their dying loved ones. That is just sadistic genius right there. Poor boys. Dean trying so hard to keep the pain from Sam, and Sam trying to hold them both together. Perfect. You don't just write one brother as a focus, you've got both. Which I love you for. Great work! Author's Response: Hee. Is it sick and wrong that I totally grin at the words "sadistic genius" being directed at me? No matter how much I love Dean...he's only half himself without his brother... (if that makes sense). Thanks so much for a detailed review -- I'm really glad you're liking this! Really, really glad. :) GS
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Date: 25/01/07 Title: Chapter 4: Letting Go This was another one of your chapters where I had to remind myself to breathe again here and there. Sucked me right into the scene and I couldn't leave. Great chapter! *grin* Thanks so much. I love hearing what you think as you go through the story. GS
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Date: 28/01/07 Title: Chapter 5: Truth? “Sam, your will almost defeated me a million times over when you were a kid. I had to be able to bully you into doing what I needed you to do. Then you had to go and get all…ginormous.” Sam lifted an eyebrow, “Really.” Dean nodded. “I kinda had to relearn how just to be your brother.” Aw. I liked that exchange. Zeppelin! Chocolate chip pancakes! Tractors!!!!!Hahahahahahahaha!!!! I loved this chapter! But, um, having driven a tractor before, I'm pretty sure Dean isn't going to have a fun ride. Too bumpy. Poor baby. Great work, Storyteller. Author's Response: Yeah, I learned how to drive on an old Ford tractor. Bumpy as hell. He's not going to have a good time of it. Glad you're liking this! My baby girl (6 months old) actually stops crying when I play Zeppelin, so I have decided that as long as I write Winchester stories, there will be at least one Zeppelin song in there for her. :) Cheers -- GS
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Date: 29/01/07 Title: Chapter 6: The Fight When Sam had passed him, Brenna in his arms, and promised to return, Dean had felt the strength of his will. He had felt Sam decide he was ready to die for his brother. He had felt Sam choose him. It was the most wonderful feeling in the world. It was also the most terrible. Loved that paragraph. “Dude. You totally Sosa’d that bitch.” Sam licked his lips. “Here I always thought I was better at soccer,” he panted. *laugh* But that ending!! Oh no! Poor Dean... Awesome and exciting chapter. Author's Response: Thanks so much! I love your reviews. I see them in my inbox and gravitate... I'm so glad you're enjoying this and I hope you like the rest. GS
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Date: 30/01/07 Title: Chapter 7: Brothers Happy Birthday, Storyteller! *smile* I got your review, and wanted to let you know here. “Sammy?” “Yeah?” “The banshee’s body is still in here isn’t it?” “Like five feet from us.” “You gonna think I’m a girl if I tell you that it totally creeps me out to be stuck in the dark with the headless body of a banshee?” “Yes.” “Thought so.” *LAUGH* Again, I loved this chapter. I loved the interaction between Sam and Dean. I loved Brenna. I loved the twist with Declan. Very awesome. *smile* One more chapter to go...that makes me sad. P.S. I might be able to get you a banner for one of your stories, since you liked mine. What story would you like one for?
Author's Response: Thanks for the b-day wishes! :) What a treat. I love how you quote what you like from the story. And I'm really glad that you like Brenna. I am writing her again now, so it's good to know that she might be well-received. I would absolutely love a banner, if you were able. I think I'd like it for Ramble On. It's the most brother-centric of my stories so far. Thanks for the generous offer -- yours is very cool, and very fitting! I hope you enjoy the last chapter. GS
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Date: 31/01/07 Title: Chapter 8: The Journey's The Thing Well, here it is...my final review until you get some new stuff up here. *nudge, nudge* The journey really is the thing, and thank you for giving readers a chance to journey with Sam and Dean. “Because you’re on a journey, Dean. And I’m not sure when you’ll reach the end or what you’ll find there. So I wanted you to have some…protection while you traveled.” I loved her gift to him. *smile* Wonderful story, Storyteller. I look forward to many more pieces of your work. -Sojourner
Ps. Here is your banner. My friend Kira Reed is brilliant with photoshop. I told her what your story was about and she worked her magic. Hope you enjoy it.
Author's Response: Oh, man, that is PERFECT! Thanks so much for doing that -- and please thank your friend. Now... I'm gonna try to figure out how to put it on Ramble On. :) I'm really glad you liked this story. And I'm working on another now... so stay tuned. Best -- GS Summary:
The New Orlean's job comes back to haunt Dean as he and Sam return to stop a series of murders, and end up discovering an evil they may not be able to defeat...with Dean's life in the balance. Categories: General Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 8 Completed: Yes Word count: 59227 [Report This] Published: 31/12/06 Updated: 31/12/06
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Date: 13/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Ah! That was great. You can really tell a story. And Sam and Dean's interactions were spot on. Great job.
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Date: 13/01/07 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2 AH! Okay, now I have to read the next chapter. Don't do that to my heart! Part that made me giggle: “Riggs.” Dean lifted an eyebrow. “That dude from Lethal Weapon?” I swear, one must be up on their pop culture to be a Winchester. Author's Response: That's one of the things that I love about their banter... so witty. Thanks for the kudos... looking forward to what you think of the rest...
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Date: 13/01/07 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Poor Dean. Again, your ability to tell a story is amazing. Dean, sitting there spouting off Frost and Zeppelin...makes me smile. I love this character. He just captivates me. Thanks for the storyteller comment. It's wonderful to hear that someone thinks you're good at the one thing you want to do in life...
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Date: 14/01/07 Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4 Exciting chapter. I'm trying to read through this whenever I get a chance. You have very long chapters. *laugh* But anyway, Dean is in some deep **** now...Like he wasn't before...but now...most definately yes. I really liked the scene with Sam and Dean toward the end, and the way Sam takes care of his brother. Very well done. :) Thanks so much for keeping with it! I truly hope that when you get to the end it's been worth it for you. I know I have long chapters... I try to go shorter, but... I don't know that I have it in me... :) Thanks for saying you liked Sam taking care of his brother. I just see in my head that Dean has cared for Sam all of Sam's life... I want Dean to get a turn, y'know? Enjoy! GS
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Date: 15/01/07 Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5 Well I must say I found myself without breath there a few times...like the whole time. And Dean...they bound him to that freak because everyone thought he was taking the last freakin' train out!? *sigh* Don't declare the poor guy dead man walking until there's not a pulse. And even then, with Dean...I'm not so sure. Great work! Oh and long chapters are not a bad thing. *laugh* It just takes me a while to get through them. You said that you want to write for a living? I think that is wonderful. You definately have the talent. Author's Response: Thanks so much for reading and the review! I know -- never count our boy out. He'll never stop fighting 'til the fights done. :) I'm really glad you're enjoying the stories -- and the long chapters. Looking forward to seeing what you think of the rest. GS
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Date: 16/01/07 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6 “So,” Joss asked again. “Is. She. Gone?” Is she gaelicspirit? Is she!? 'Cause I see two more chapters. *laugh* Very exciting! I'm so glad Sam got to help out Dean. Author's Response: Thanks! And I am not saying if she's gone or not... *winks* I'm so glad you're enjoying this! And no matter how much I love Dean, they boys are stronger as a team. So, Sam simply had to be part of the fight, y'know? Even if it was in Deans head... GS
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Date: 16/01/07 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7 “Dean,” she said softly. “Sam is your innocence.” I love that line. I also loved how Dean is very much Dean in this story. He's stubborn. Fresh off a hunt with wounds and still trying to stand and tie his own boots. I love that! I am coming to the end of this wonderful fiction of yours. I am so happy that there are 2 more stories to move to after this. :) P.S. I started posting my own stuff on this site and would appreciate your opinion. Only if you have the time though. Now I'm off to read the last part... Author's Response: OH! I will totally look you up! I've been trying to work my way through everyone, but I can't keep up -- so many great stories, so little time. You'll be next. And I really appreciate your chapter by chapter reviews. Thanks for the kudos on our favorite hero. Well... at least he's my favorite hero. I love Sam, but mainly because Dean isn't DEAN without Sam... ;)
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Date: 16/01/07 Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8 I want to be Brenna *sigh* “You can’t quit what you were born to be.” That line...so, so true. Bravo. Way to weave a wonderful story! Author's Response: Thanks so much for completing the story and for your kind reviews. It's late now, so before I face-plant on my keyboard, I'm heading to bed -- but I'll be looking you up tomorrow, sojourner84! GS Summary:
banner created by Kira Reed When a hunt goes sideways, the brothers are hurt and lost in the northern Minnesota woods. They have only each other and their skills to get them out...and they aren't alone. They are being tracked by the 'perfect hunter'. Categories: General Characters: None Challenges: Series: None Chapters: 9 Completed: Yes Word count: 67711 [Report This] Published: 31/12/06 Updated: 31/12/06
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Date: 17/01/07 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1 Onto a new story... “Whatever, Riddick,” Dean grumbled. “Like you could hit anything shaking like that.” Ha! “This ever happen on MacGyver?” *laugh* MacGyver may be able to make a bomb out of ducktape and soap, but I bet Dean can make one out of shear will power. I notice that you use a lot of Zeppelin in your stories. Kudos! I love Zeppelin and I am so glad you use references to him. So...our poor, poor boys...I have a bad feeling about this... And I have to go to class...*whines and looks for the print button* Awesome job. Author's Response: Whee! Thanks so much. I'm seriously lovin' your reviews. And I love Zeppelin... for my birthday last year a friend got me the boxed set -- 60 songs, dude, all on my iPod. Bliss. Can't wait to see what you think of the rest! GS
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Date: 17/01/07 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2 “You just keeled over, man. You’re lucky you were right here or I wouldn’t have been able to catch you.” “You’re lucky I was right here or you’d be kibble.” Again...one cannot be without the other. *smile* "Dean cleared his throat and roused himself from his stare into the middle distance. He turned back to the rocks, methodically sifting through them as he spoke. “So Dad started singing to me when we went to bed. He didn’t sing like Mom used to… not… I don’t know… flowy like her. He sang in beats. In rhythms. I guess I started the same thing when I felt… out of control somehow.” " I love that. John's song being by the Doors makes me smile as well. So our boys are protected from the Wendigo...for now... Great work, Storyteller. Author's Response: Hee. You just called me Storyteller. I'm gonna float on that for awhile... :) And I just think music is in these boys... somehow, it seems to fit for me. GS
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Date: 18/01/07 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3 Oh wow...I loved the flashbacks, and all this time that they are spending together talking things out. I'm really sad for Dean, and this is why: Neither he nor Sam knows what their father's motives were for not showing up when they needed him, but Dean wants to believe in the man. Because that is what keeps him sane sometimes. That is very heartbreaking. Ah! And poor Dean with that werewolf! So, Storyteller, you have me on pins and needles here. Moving to the next chapter. Author's Response: I have...issues with John. I try to see him as a distinct character, but I've only been able to see him through Dean's eyes and through Sam's eyes. And that means he becomes almost two different people for me. My heart breaks for Dean, too, because he looks at John and sees a person, flawed and wonderful. He sees his hero. I just wish he saw that in himself. Thanks so much for reading and letting me know what you think. GS
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Date: 18/01/07 Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4 About the first hunt w/out Sam: “Usual, but it was all… empty. Dad was wrong. I was wrong. Without you… it took a long time to get into a different groove, Sammy.” I always thought that. Wondered what that would have been like. Storyteller! This chapter was brilliant. I was so absorbed I let my morning toast burn and my coffee got cold. *laugh* Great work! Author's Response: Oh dear. Your toast is toast. I love it. Am not sorry one bit that you're so absorbed. *BIG grin* Thanks for the chapter reviews -- so much! GS
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Date: 19/01/07 Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5 Ah! This chapter was very powerful. You had me sitting here fighting back tears the whole time. Poor, poor, confused and self sacrificing Dean...Now I really dont hate John...at all, but there are times I want to smack him. And yeah...this chapter made me want to smack him. Just go find the guy and drag him to the woods to see his sons. But yeah...*finishes rant* Loving this so much, Storyteller. Author's Response: Thank you so much for reading, for your review, and for the confidence you give me through both. I hear you on the smacking of John. I really think he means/meant well, but he just doesn't see what toll his actions have taken on his son(s)... GS
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Date: 20/01/07 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6 Storyteller! No! Why are you stopping my heart over here!? *clicks next button* Kinda mean, huh? Well, honestly, I had to stop it there because the chapter was waaaayyyy too long. :) It was an unintentional cliffie... but, it worked. Heh. Thanks for the chapter-by-chapter reviews! :) |
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