All Comments on 'Ex Libris'

written and I think it is because they are so hard to pull off. There is character development, dialog and a story line required and not everyone can put those together. Sex is 90% between the ears. Not to mention you have to write about people you can actually care about and there are few enough of them. You did it all and for that, thanks.

I agree completely with Anonymous. Well done development of characters and story line.

Wonderful! Beautiful! Romantic! Gentle!

I enjoyed your characters, the spin of the plot, the paitence of him to her, and the way he allowed her to open to him, bonding them in so many ways.

And her animal side, oh, ever woman has one, they just don't always show it, or no how to. I loved the way you brought it to life, all of her. From the shy quite girl to the Vixen.

Perfectly balanced!

Please write more!

Despite the authors protests this a gentle erotic romance and well worth the length of the story.

Don't sell yourself short - I almost didn't read it after your warning of how lowg it was!! I was disappointed to find the last page come so soon!! I loved the characters - very well thought out and delivered with just enough depth to feel you "knew" them. Storyline was very good - not cheesy!! I look forward to your next story!

Your misgivings aside, I thought this was an excellent story and a classic romance. One is tempted to use the cleched' 'caterpillar to butterfly' description of the lady's awakening to life and love, but it is apt in this case. Kudos.

Romantic, Sweet, Tender & Lovely written with great love by the writer. You have a good taste in food as well. Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful story & for sharing it.

How wonderful is this piece?

If we could make this compulsory reading for young people before they actually made love, THEY would benefit! What an experience for both of the characters, her gentle and loving awakening by a gentle and caring and dare I say, loving partner.Thank you for your skill in putting together a story that flows and does take us on a journey of dicovery.

Jewellee

A wonderful story that I really enjoyed. It was a little long but great just the same.

What a wonderfully erotic tale. Gentle, romantic, exciting. You definitely have a way with words. Please keep writing. Enjoyed this so much, I am looking forward to reading more. And, please, no apologies for being romantic - it is the romance that made the story so erotic.

As always, you have such a gift for dialogue that the reader simply slides into the story as if they are right there with the characters. Your stories are the literary equivalents of the film "My Dinner With Andre" - pleasant journeys with people you wish you knew that you never want to end.

I, like one of your other readers, almost didn't read the story when it said it was long and cheesy. I decided to ignore that first gut reaction and am I ever glad I did. Usually stories this long can seem to take forever to read, even if they are really good. Yours actually held my attention and that made for an amazingly fast read. I was absolutely smitten with the characters and their development. Besides a few minor editing mistakes, it was incredibly well-written, technically speaking. I always appreciate writers who take the time to proofread and who know how to write, use propper grammer and punctuation. So, thank you so much for incredible contribution to the Literotica community. I can't wait to see more of your work. Don't take so long for the next time, please! :)

All male writers are idiots who can't write romance and think love is all about male dominance and cheating women. At least, that's what most people think - it's what I thought before reading this story. And now I can replace 'All' by 'Most'. For you're not like the others. Speaking as a guy who can't write, that's nice to know. Thank you.

More about this couple would have been nice. But even if they didn't stay together, it sounds like they would have parted amicably, which is usually a good thing.

I just loved it - sweet, romantic story with nice characters.

It may be unrealistic but I just loved her innocense (VERY unlikely at her age) and the way she had an open mind when she finally decided to go "all the way". It didn't hurt either that she had a very understanding and patient partner.

It might have been nice to get an insight in her thoughts and considerations - after all, she spent some time thinking about it.

All together, one of the VERY BEST stories on Litterotica.

Thank you Alex - keep them coming.

Just the right level for me, not cheesy in my mind. Very enjoyable,not a fan of wham bam, it was nice to relax and read.

A brilliant tale, most enjoyable. I hope you do a follow up to this story.

Thank you and Well done

well written and convincing. My only criticism is that you didn't fully realize the characters other than their relationship. I found myself curious about how he managed to have 2 cars, a cottage, etc. Also, one does not manage to qualify as a librarian. A specific degree is required. In most libraries the librarians would not stand at the check-out desk--that is a job for clerks. You can find the librarians at the reference desk.

Sweet and hot. I'm a librarian, and as a young womN did research much like Lorna. Resonated strongly for me.

As a closet romantic, I will deny with my last breath if you tell any one how much I loved this tale. Very well done I look forward to further stories from you.

think it is the best so far that Alex has produced. Long - not so; I like lots of description. Cheesy - I don't know what that means, but I found nothing that turned me off - maybe I'm a hopeless romantic. It just had wonderful description and feeling and growth. I've now read Alex's stories from 2000 to 2009, and I've said many times how much Alex improves his writing from year to year. So, far this is "gooder" than any previous ones. He said at her climax that she was "grasping at the penis that wasn't there" but I haven't had that problem while reading this nice bit of erotica.

Lovely story, Alex. Long & gently told, too.

I liked the reference to the Caterham 7 sports car. . . . It's these little details that make a really good story.

I do wish I could write this well.

I liked the way you developed the characters without just going to sex for sex sake. If anything you might have rushed it a little bit. It somewhat was unbelievable, but still very enjoyable. I look forward to reading other of your works.

wow,its was a great story,its what true love is all about, a man saw something no one had bothered to look at, and he saw through the shield she was hiding behind.

and they both moved forwards together, to get the full fruits of lust and love,

to enjoy each others feelings of fulfillment in a moment of pleasure, and the feeling that this is the start of something great that will over come there lives.

and turn to people into a loving couple.

would love to hear what happens next.

As another romantic at heart this story was incredible. The depth of the characters and the real emotions that they showed set the scene for a remarkable tale of discovery. Love and Lust in just the right combination. I would hope for them to have a long and happy life together as they truly are a match that could last a lifetime.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this lovely story. There is nothing wrong with a bit of romance and gentle loving.

I love this story.

I love how simple and true the love is between John and Lorna.

I love how the story doesn't have any unnecessary characters that take away from their love.

Thanks.

Such a sweet, sweet story.

I love this story. Two people meet, work to build something special, and create a lasting connection. Very well done. Thank you for sharing this lovely story.

The other comments mirror my feelings. Great...More.2

just what to expect from two academia. TK U MLJ LV NV

that this system only allows me to give 5 *.

What a challenge it must have been to decide whether this wonderful work fit the category of 'First Time' or 'Romance'.

My deepest congrats.

Why the hell they don't have - 100 ! No matter, its still the same garbage ! So, only 1* !!

stuff - haven't read better in decades - thanks ever so much :)

Thank you - I enjoyed the way your story unwound. It was believable and sensitively delivered. I look forward to your next batch of stories.

This is a true romantic story. I really like the way you have developed the characters. Please keep on writing. You have an exceptional talent for it.

This is SOO GOOD!!! hey great writer, write another one like this. Rescue/love someone who was never loved before/even a plain someone who deserves great love. I even prefer average maybe even plain women. they have the best and sweetest personalities...................there is NOTHING fake about them

Sweet and romantic story, with all the ingredients that a Romance need.

5 * for you.

I apologize for my English (yet), is not my native language.

The world is a better place when we have incurable romantics running around!

This story told my ideal fantasy: a mature virgin urging on her lover; and a mature lover wanting to give her the best he can! I've always wanted that!!!

I agree with FIFTY5, needs more than 5 stars.

Your account of love making far exceeds the norm of the authors on Literotica. Love making, is as you let us experience. It speaks volumes against all the wild exaggerations of fantasy. The only element I saw was the description of his ejaculation; a man averages only a teaspoon of semen. Otherwise, a great story, thank you and five stars, of course.

BUT I was hoping for a bit more story and a will you marry me...

Fantastic — Thank You for sharing!

I love an unexpected love story. I've read this one several times. It's one of my all-time favorites

Good story. Hate the use of the word love as a term of endearment though in every sentence. Kinda put me off.

But why didn't he ask her to marry him??? Was she just a fuck buddy? This is extremely close to being only an "Erotic Couplings" story not a Romance...

Because it wasn't time yet. She isn't ready for that, and I don't think he is either. Another couple of months, maybe, or even a year, but they need more time. Seriously, didn't you see the part about her past? After what she saw with her parents, it's no surprise that she hid herself away, and I think she's incredibly brave to have made it this far in only a couple of months. Also, it doesn't need to end with a marriage proposal to be a romance. It's clearly headed toward a 'happily-ever-after', and there's no indication they won't get there, so it's fine as it is.

Excellent. Fantastic story. Great writing particularly, considering the fact that this is only your second story.

An absolutely beautiful story!!! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful story!

One of my all-time favorites.

I've never cried before while reading a story on Literotica, just in happiness. Perhaps I'm a hopeless romantic too. This story could have been an X-rated Hallmark movie. It was just that good! I've never bookmarked a story before. I just want to read it again. Glad you continued to write more stories. I'm only 1/3 of the way through your list.

I really enjoy your style of storytelling. The premise is great, the build is excellent and flows very smoothly, and the characters are well fleshed. Thanks