by Cat5
I don't know what it is about this story that compels someone ordinarily attracted almost exclusively to stories in the incest/taboo section, but this story checks all my boxes as to what a great story should be.
Romance, conflict, love, togetherness, and of course, sex.
All mixed together with a dash of hope, a spoonful of warmth, and a pinch of laughter.
This has to be one of the few stories on here that I would not mind paying a pretty penny for. (coming from me, that's high praise.)
Overall, a great story and one that sets the bar pretty high for imitators. I wish I could rate higher than 5 stars.
An absolutely *wonderful* heart-warming story. Write more stories! You have a magnificent gift that should be shared with the world.
Wonderful story. Keep it up. I would like to to say that i really enjoyed reading your story and i would also like to read your other stories. I really enjoyed 100%
I HAPPENED TO READ THIS ONE EARLIER BUT WHEN I COME ACROSS THIS ONCE AGAIN IT REFRESHED MY MEMORY OF A GOOD READING I HAD.AND TEMPTED TO READ AGAIN. ONE OF THE MANY VERY GOOD STORIES I HAVE READ.
Well written. Smooth flowing story. Great presentation. Very enjoyable reading.
This is definitely one of the best Romance stories I have read here. The Romance makes the story more enjoyable but I would like to Read another chapter of the story perhaps one where they are on the road to their Wedding.
My third time reading this story, and I love it more each time. And it made me cry again. Great combination of real romance and great sex. Keep it coming!
I thought this was a btb story. Should be in romance not loving wives. No cheating, etc. Beautiful rescue beautiful relationship. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
I love this story!! Nothing else to say about this.....really.... Nothing can sum it up better!! Good job....keep up the good work!!👍
I love this story!
You write it all the feelings inside one tale. Charity, love, honesty and hope (and a little lust)!
This story needs a sequel telling how is they life working as a married couple.
5* for you!
Great Job!
l've read this 3 times now, it's one of my favorites, up there with "charity begins next door" and Irish Eyes.
Cat5, this has all the elements that a great story needs! Thanx for an outstanding read.
BDEarth
As a businessman with more than 30 years experience, I can say I Love This Story! Deeply patterned and richly detailed, the characters come to life and develop beautifully! I read this story...5 (?) years ago, and loved it as much then. WELL DONE!
Most of the business themed writing misses the mark so badly as to be funny. As someone who has lived for forty years on my ability to sell, I can tell you this could happen.
And then it is sexy and erotic as hell. Really appreciate this one.
Truly enjoyable reading from beginning to end. So well written, with appealing characters that really come to life. Look forward to reading much more of this author's work.
Totally enjoyable and sweet. Thank you for this story. I look forward to reading more of your work.
As a salesman and a romantic this story was awesome. I was a little worried it might some how go wrong at the end. But you brought it together perfectly. Oh how I love a happy ending.
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Something the wife would like!
I think I could print this out and she would read it. She's not much on the sexy part but it's not over-the-top either. It was a really easy to read and stay with.
I usually do not like protracted stories but this was a good one. Enjoyed it. Smooth all the way.
I've been reading on Literotica for years and this was, hands down, the best I've read. Excellent story, no spelling errors and great grammar! Thank you!
I wasn't sure I'd like the story at the beginning... Phil seemed pretty darned pushy, and came off 'kinda creepy'. I don't think that a girl who's fallen on hard times, and in a vulnerable albeit desperate situation, would let her guard down around a pushy dude like that. But thankfully, as the story continued, Phil developed a more approachable, human side that seemed more appealing.
I also wondered about Phil's neighbor, and Holly's friend, Carol. In a real-world situation like this, upon her return, Carol would have been quickly included. She'd be looking out for her friend, especially as she felt bad about missing Holly's arrival. Perhaps at the start, Phil could have attempted to reach Carol by phone (as they were 'good friends' - contact information for the impending trip home might have been exchanged), to explain the situation, and in so doing, could tell her not to worry; that Holly was in good hands. That would also have put Holly at ease early on, and perhaps would have provided a better springboard from which to launch the rest of the romance.
Still, I found the story entertaining. 4 stars.
.....and I STILL love it !!
The way he looked after her was excellent - that's the way to do it !!
Cat 5 - this is a stunningly good story - maybe your Best ?
Thanks for writing it. 5 Stars ( of course )
What a great story - keep writing please, you have talent! A continuation of this story would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for a real story that took it's time for the people to get to know each other and develop a connection before jumping in the sack. Thanks for a story where Phil was not only putting Holly's needs before his wants, but honest enough to give credit where it was due. A man and a woman whose smarts, honesty, loyalty, caring, and talent are to be admired.
This is one time that a five star rating just isn't high enough.
Well written with a beautiful story line. Keep writing - you're too good not to!
Not everyone will have a chance to be a hero in someone else's life, glad I could read this accounting. I need to look and see if you have anything new here, good luck topping a wonderful story.
I really enjoyed reading this story. Well written and presented. Thanks.
Best story ever! The only caveat I will add to that compliment is that I know it is very possible I will read something better when I go through the rest of your stories!
Outstanding!!!!! I have been visiting this site for about twenty years and enjoyed many a story from many different authors. This is the best romantic story that I have read. Not an experience one would necessarily expect to find on a "sex story'" site. Over the fifty-five years of joyful reading that I been blessed to have been immersed in, more than a few romantic stories (including novels) have gratefully crossed my path.
This story ranks up there with the best. A great story line, marvelous characters, thoughtful and engaging development of plot line, what more could be asked from an author. I would certainly hope that the author has (or will) turn a hand to writing professionally (in any genre of personal choice).
N.B. This is my very first comment (on any story in any category for this site).
I am going to try some more of your works and hope they are as good.
Ed Grocott
edgrocott@gmail.com
I am not sure if you are still reading these but this is one of my favorite stories and I hope you stopped posting on a free site because you are making money for your work. If you are publishing for cash let me know and I will buy ..... 5 stars
I got fed up reading through the comments trying to find a 'bad' one.. I could not find one.
So enjoyable after reading for the second time. Five stars & kudos!
This is one very well written, enjoyable, and entertaing story. One of the best on Literotica.
I love the fact that, while noticing and appreciating Holly's physical beauty, Phil was focused on seeing Holly as a total person. You did not waste words telling us her breast size or the size of the Phil's penis but, instead, showed us Holly's insecurities and strengths. I also saw their relationship as a model of what a true loving relationship should be: two people with different personalities and strengths who support and build each other up rather than tear each other down because of their differences. Thank you for understanding the difference between erotica and pornography and choosing to write the former. More, please!
As this is the second story of yours that I've read, I was still surprised at how well it was written AND executed. I've also read 'My Irish Virgin'. Since they both were done so well (spelling, syntax, christ I could go on but I'll stop there), I've made 'Sales Team' a favorite as well as made you a favorite author. If anything was 'wrong' about this story, I'd say that you bordered on corny but you didn't go over the edge, either. So, in conclusion, I'll be back to read more!!!
The premise of thestory was the best I've read on these pages. But what find very heartening wzs your grammar, not one error that I recall.becauze of thst, I will read you again.
Truly absorbing and enjoyable story, written by an author who excels in the craft.
Really loved this story! ~ However it might have benefited from some more romantic conflict such as another man luring/tempting Holly ,Phil thinking he may have lost her,but her being true to him. (Just my opinion.)
This is definitely one of the most well written stories I have seen on this site. Not too short, and not too long, and most importantly... left me wanting more.
Could easily see another chapter in the future, however, as well as it is written, it doesn't really need one. Doesn't mean I don't want one. *Hint Hint*
Good depiction of a loving couple working together as a team. That is what it is all about.
I've loved this story from the first moment I read it, hence the reason it's in my favorite's list...great job!
MoogPlayer
Cant have enough of this beautifull and well written story. 5 stars so far.
Chapeau!!!
to find a tale better than this one.
Cat5, S W Hermit, Web Spinner are in my" BEST OF BEST" favorite story talers.
Had tears in my eyes reading the last page. Truly amazing piece of writing! 10 stars for me.
I like that story.
It found place on my bookmarks row for owerreading.
I absolutely loved this story, the warmth ,the humour and caring love and sex.
Keep up the good work.
A really good story that turned into a funny caring and love story.
I would liked to see a sequil about Phil and Holly.
Ron. Texas
cowboyridecc@yahoo.com
a truly wonderful story if only the whole could be like your story , how good it would be. thankyou
Very good indeed. You are more than a writer, you are an Author, (or Authoress). These days I find it difficult to concentrate on a book but not in this case; I was drawn in and enjoyed your story very much. I will say three things: First, in a Romance story sex does not need to be explicit, subtle may work better. Second, marriage is not the final prize, some will agree and some will not. Your job is to make them both happy; Leave an ending that hints at a future but don't risk it all by bringing the "M" word into it. Third, Write a novel, get it published, write a sequel. You are good.
tween you, web spinner, the stang, s w hermitt, and a handfull others; there exists some mighty enjoyable readings on line. I read and reread and vote and revote 5 stars every time.
thanks for your fantastic tales.
I am always perturbed by pithy comments on a wonderful story that we get to read free. Offer to be an editor for Heavens sake (as I gave done in the past). Cat5 if you are still out there, the editor offer stands. Get in touch. Doctime.
Damn I love this story!! I was searching for some new stuff and saw the title way over on the right side of the page under suggestions and my eyes lit up immediately :). I hadn't read it in a while but I couldnt resist hitting it again! ;)
Great story; I didn't read it for a long time because the title didn't appeal to me. But the story was well developed, well written and really had a first-class conclusion. Keep it up!
Cynical first use spell checker. I'm confused divorce??? where did that come from?
timlauder@yahoo.com Cat5 hasn't written since 2008 or am I not seeing all the stuff here?
How could you rain on such a warm and caring story? I know that we all have opinions but right out of the gate you are talking about divorce I do agree there should be a sequil but one about there happy life together.In my favorites.
Ron
cowboyridecc@yahoo.com
how long until we see the sequel in the divorce section of loving wives?
OK, call me cynical.
I loved it despite the sparsity of sex scenes.
I usually love to read incest stories, but this story, which actually I read by mistake, changed all my perception that only incest are more erotic. It's really a more than awesome story. loved it
Loved the story .. Liked the "who's the boss?" statements
Loved the smart business decisions ..... and the delay in physical relationship ...
One improvement ... You didn't mention use of condom(s) he had in his room ... with a lady who probably couldn't afford birth control pills ...
This story was so good I really only skimmed over the sex scenes, as I wanted to get to the Sales Team's relationship.
Congratulations, Best of the best.
Gave you 5 stars = 10
What can I say, the previous comments tells it all. Loved it..well done..
I thoroughly enjoyed this well-written story that follows a creative approach to writing.
Highly recommend it to all!!
by anyone. One of my all time favorites, by any author. Please, take your time writing, and produce another of this quality.
It may have a few glitches, but nothing serious. A great blend of 'building a relationship', as well as keeping a storyline growing throughout the plot. Even the ending showed closure to the entire plot. TY!
I have a ton of extra time on my hands and reading helps to pass it. I read of lot of the stories on this site and every now and them I am pleasantly surprised by the talent of the writers. This story is one of the rare gems here. Thank you for sharing and please keep writing.
I just couldn't get enough of this story. As a reader, this is exactly the kind of story I enjoy. Of course, if you knitpick you can find spelling and other errors, which quality proof reading and editing will certainly clear. I rated this five stars because I thoroughly enjoyed it.
I just can't get over the great writers you have on this site.
I agree with the laudatory comments. On a scale of 1 > 5, you score at least a 15, because your writing in this story is at least 3 times as good as the best of others.
Yes, you have a few typos. Yes, you make your characters come alive.
Thank you.
true/real/actual 5 star tale from you are one of the few real/true 5 star talers
I've read this four or five times. I just can't get tired of it. Great story and a great job. Thank you for sharing this.