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Penname: CricketBee [Contact]
Real name: Christine
Status: Member
Member Since: 28/01/08
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A few high points of what makes me ... well .. me:

I live in sunny California, just a short hop, skip and a jump from calm, mountain retreats, or the fabulous big city drive of San Francisco.

I'm a thirtysomething gal with one husband, no children and one very spoiled beagle named Strider (we're both big Lord of the Rings fans, and what better name for a dog with wanderlust than that of a Ranger?).

I live to read, and read to live, come to think of it, since I work as an editor for a newspaper. So if anybody needs a beta, I'm happy to do it.

I didn't discover Supernatural until Season 3 (shame on me, I know) but now I'm addicted. Caught up on Seasons 1 and 2 through the beauty of Netflix.

I've been plowing my way through a whole lot of fan fic stories on this site and loving just about every one of them. I love writing reviews, and hopefully someday I'll get up the nerve to actually write a story.

 


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Reviews by CricketBee
 
Summary:

“What am I supposed to do Sam?!” he asked through the door.

“I DON’T CARE! FEED A SQUIRREL, PAINT A HOUSE! BUY A FRIGGIN’ BOARD GAME!”

So he did.

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Categories: General, One Shots, Missing Scenes, Humor, Misc Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1496
[Report This] Published: 03/07/07 Updated: 03/07/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 17/02/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Big, giant belly laughs! In fact, I'm laughing so hard it's becoming hard to type.

I'm of the same opinion as Sam:

Sam meanwhile, could’ve sworn that Scrabble had to have been invented by a demon.

But I loved this story!

-- c 

 
Summary: Sam Winchester must learn the hard way that growing up doesn't necessarily mean going it alone.
Categories: AU Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: The Brotherhood
Chapters: 13 Completed: Yes Word count: 59057
[Report This] Published: 05/07/07 Updated: 12/09/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 25/02/08 Title: Chapter 13: Chapter 13

I loved this story! I've said it before, and I'll say it again: your writing is fantastic. You have the  perfect knack of making a story flow, getting my heart racing with the drama, and making me laugh out loud with the witty repartee between the boys, and sniffle at the depth of emotions that pass between the characters. This story made my day! :)

-- c 

 
Vengeance by kwater Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 76]
Summary:

Dean and Sam are on a hunt, trying to stop a rash of drownings.


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 10 Completed: Yes Word count: 25878
[Report This] Published: 05/07/07 Updated: 11/01/08


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 04/02/08 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Absolutely wonderful! You have a beautiful writing style that just keeps me coming back for more and more ... 

This graf had me laughing out loud (which quite disturbed the beagle napping at my feet).

Watching as his brother gathered up a few things, Dean followed him out onto the porch of the cabin, taking a seat in a beat up rocking chair that had seen better days, he watched as his brother headed for the showers.  Positioning his chair so that he would have a birds eye view of Sam's shower stall, Dean waited, a grin on his face for what he knew would happen next.  As he had anticipated, a curse rang out from the shower, Dean closed his eyes and leaned his head back against the rocker, content to wait.

It really captures the little devil that exists inside all brothers, no matter how loving.

I'm looking forward to reading the rest of this story! 

Thanks so much for sharing your work. 

 



Author's Response:

Thanks so much for the lovely compliment.  And a big thanks for adding me to your fav list.  It's always nice to know that people are out there reading and enjoying.. Hope the rest of the story gets it done for you.. thanks again - Kel

 
Summary: Sam has a crisis at school and Dean does the only thing a big brother can do. He comes to the rescue.
Categories: One Shots, Wee!chester Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 3699
[Report This] Published: 26/07/07 Updated: 26/07/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 12/02/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

*sniff ... sniff* I'm all teary. wonderful, touching story. I really enjoyed this one a lot!

--c 

 
Cutlass by kwater Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 97]
Summary: The brothers investigate a series of mysterious deaths and run into more trouble than they expected.
Categories: General, Action Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 9 Completed: Yes Word count: 20353
[Report This] Published: 03/08/07 Updated: 02/11/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 12/02/08 Title: Chapter 9: Chapter 9

Arrrrrgh! Wonderful story. It kept me in such suspense that I stayed up way past my bedtime to read the whole thing in one sitting! I absolutely loved it!

-- c 



Author's Response: Wow Cricket one sitting huh, what a compliment.  So glad you enjoyed.  I had a lot of fun writing this one, though I could kick myself for passing up the opportunity to do a beach scene with the boys ;)   Thanks so much for reading and taking the time to review - Kel

 
Summary:

An old friend of Dean's needs help, which suprised Sam because he didn't know Dean had any old friends. Turns out there's a lot about Dean that Sam doesn't know.


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 10 Completed: Yes Word count: 17713
[Report This] Published: 20/08/07 Updated: 07/09/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 12/03/08 Title: Chapter 4: Chapter 4

Heee Heee. Dean singing songs from Grease. love it

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 12/03/08 Title: Chapter 8: Chapter 8

OH NO! Not her. sigh. it's always the nice, normal ones who go baaaaaad.

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 12/03/08 Title: Chapter 10: Chapter 10

Loved this! thanks for posting.


Author's Response: thankyou for the review!

 
Summary:

Secrets always find a way out, unless everyone that knows them is dead

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My first fanfic, please be gentle!


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 14 Completed: Yes Word count: 41923
[Report This] Published: 28/08/07 Updated: 21/09/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7

oooo, goody. i was hoping there'd be some significant backstory on Lou.

 

--c 

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 10: Chapter 10

Ooooo, I was starting to suspect Iris was up to no good! I love the way this story is going!

--c 

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14

I loved this! Looking forward to a possible sequel.

--c 



Author's Response: Wow, I didn't think anyone was still reading this one!  Thanks for the read and reviews, it makes me happy to know that there's still a little interest here.

 
Fall River by kwater Rated: T starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 188]
Summary:

'It was in that moment that Dean understood just what it meant to be a hunter.'  Dean works to prove a girl's innocence and learns something life altering about himself.

 


Categories: General, Wee!chester Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: Brothers
Chapters: 17 Completed: Yes Word count: 56413
[Report This] Published: 01/09/07 Updated: 12/02/08


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 11/02/08 Title: Chapter 16: Chapter 16

Holy cow! You've got me on the edge of my seat! I've really enjoyed reading this story, chapter by chapter, and I've been eager to see how it all ends. Now I can't wait til the last one gets posted. Awesome job. I really enjoy your writing, the descriptive passages really make it come to life.

--c



Author's Response: Edge of your seat is just where I wanted you Cricket..lol.  Glad you enjoyed - kel

 
Summary:

Sequel to You Can Pick Your Friends, But Not Your Family.  Sam and Dean step up to the plate when someone, or something comes after Lou.  It'll make more sense if you read prequel first.

 


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 12 Completed: Yes Word count: 29874
[Report This] Published: 20/09/07 Updated: 02/12/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Ohh! I hope Sammy gets the girl. He never seems to get the girl. :)

--c



Author's Response: Sorry to say, I just don't think that's going to happen.

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7

Oh crap. No girl for Sammy. :(

But the story is great! It's like a roller coaster and I'm headed for the final stretch, wheeeee!

--c 



Author's Response: Hee Hee, keep your arms and legs inside the car and enjoy the ride!!

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 12: Chapter 12

Ahhh, happy ending. I love 'em. Great story. Like your work.

--c 



Author's Response: Thanks so much, I was totally surprised when I saw my inbox this morning.  Thanks for making my day.

 
Summary: Past Featured Story

What kind of game does Dean have to play to save Sam this time? And can he save himself as well?


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 16 Completed: Yes Word count: 26504
[Report This] Published: 24/09/07 Updated: 28/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

*big grin* Dean naked. Wheee.

--c 



Author's Response: Oh yeah, you can say that again!

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14

wow, i love your riddles! this is one of the few i actually figured out on my own!

 

-c 



Author's Response: Glad you like them!

 
Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 16: Chapter 16

I loved this story! Hope there will be a sequel.

--c 



Author's Response: I thought about a sequel for a long time, but now that Mr.Kripke's decided to add Lilith to his cast of characters in season three, I think I'll maybe let her lie.  Thanks for reading and reviewing!!

 
Summary:

Dean's encounter with the Reaper in Nebraska leaves him with Sam's problem: nightmares.


Categories: General, Missing Scenes Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 4764
[Report This] Published: 30/09/07 Updated: 30/09/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 14/05/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Ooooh, very nice. i love the cribbage scene with the incredibles playing cards. and a fantastic ending. sly, conniving sam. you rarely see that side of him!~

--c 



Author's Response:

Hi C,

Glad you liked the cribbage scene. I found the Incredibles playing cards on a road trip and just had to use them in a story.  Sam can be conniving when he wants to be; he's both an intellectual and a Winchester - a potent combination.

Sue 

 
Summary: Sam has a vision about a dog. Has his freaky brain finally blown a fuse?

Categories: General, Misc Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Completed: Yes Word count: 3563
[Report This] Published: 06/10/07 Updated: 17/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 08/02/08 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3

Wonderful tale. I have a beagle so I know the distinct, delightful sound of a hound in full bay. I really enjoyed reading your work.

-- c



Author's Response: Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it.

 
Summary:

Letters from a brother to a brother

DemonDean

The picture really has nothing to do with the story, I just love the way it looks! 

 


Categories: General, One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2177
[Report This] Published: 07/10/07 Updated: 08/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 03/03/08 Title: Chapter 1: 365 Peanut M&Ms

Wow, if you can write like this on a whole bottle of wine, you must be f***ing fantastic sober! The letters left me teary. This was wonderful.

--c 



Author's Response:

Well, it's the only one written while partially intoxicated.  If you read my other stories, you tell me.

Big thanks! Really glad you liked my little oneshot.

 
Summary:

Dean's time after making the deal is almost up. There are some things that need to be told but can't be said. So Dean writes.

 

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The great banner is made by Nessa (GloomyAngel). Thanks a lot! 


Categories: General, One Shots Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2132
[Report This] Published: 18/10/07 Updated: 18/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 22/02/08 Title: Chapter 1: The Unspoken Things

Wow. I'm in tears, but in a good way! Awesome job. You really captured buckets of emotion in a relatively short one-shot. Good thing, too, I don't know if I could take much more angst.

From start to finish, this flowed perfectly. In fact, until I read your bio, I didn't know you weren't a native English speaker! (Your spelling, grammar, syntax and sentence structure are better than several folks who post on this site!)

I thought the ending was perfect! I think I'll have to add this story to my favorites list.

--c 



Author's Response:

I'm not sure how to respond... I mean, these are great compliments! I think you just made my day. Thank you very much! I'm glad you liked this.

 
The One by Danni87 Rated: M starstarstarstarstar [Reviews - 7]
Summary:

A moment of true happiness for Sam.


Categories: One Shots, Romance Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 1597
[Report This] Published: 31/10/07 Updated: 31/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 01/04/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

wow, think i'll go jump my husband now. :)

--c 

 
Summary: After all, he's just a kid at heart!
Categories: UnGen Challenges Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 2563
[Report This] Published: 31/10/07 Updated: 31/10/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 24/03/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Nice! I knew Dean had a few sentimental bones in him somewhere. :)

--c

 
Summary:

John and Dean travel to Tennessee for a simple salt and burn.


Categories: General Characters: None
Challenges:
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Completed: Yes Word count: 4712
[Report This] Published: 06/11/07 Updated: 06/11/07


Reviewer: CricketBee Signed
Date: 04/03/08 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Oh, this one brought tears to my eyes. What a wonderful salute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Brings Billy Ray to mind: 

All gave some and some gave all
And some stood through for the red, white and blue
And some had to fall
And if you ever think of me
Think of all your liberties and recall
Some gave all

--c 



Author's Response:

Cricket,

Thanks for your wonderful review.  As you can imagine this story is very close to my heart.  We often overlook those that have sacrificed everything to give us so much that is often taken for granted.  Welcome aboard, this is a wonderful site. 

Crystal