by S-Des
I was at the endovmy seat,loved it my eyes were watering during most of the story which is very hard for a 60year old man,bravo 5 stars plus,keep up the good work.Ed
Insofar as it was probably one of the greatest stories ever posted on this site.
This is the second or maybe third time I've read this and it's wonderful every time. If you do a follow-on story, you might want to center it around Paige and her future, backed by a loving, sympathetic older sister who has overcome her trauma with the man who loves her and whom she loves.
Second time reading this story and enjoyed just as much the second time. Would love to see a follow up that lets your fans know what happened to the rapist.
Such a beautifully written tale! I have read this story several times, and it still amazes me how well told it is. Keep up the excellent writing, and you might even be able to top it. I doubt that, but it is possible. Thank you, and 5***** .
Munchie184
Such an amazing heart warming story. I am also happy that it ends where it ends; every time I read it I can't help wondering what's next in the characters' lives. THAT is the hall-mark of good story-telling!
This is the second time I have read the story and enjoyed it just as much, I think there is plenty of scope for a sequel possibly regarding revenge on the perpetrator of Sarah's rape. 5*
Absolutely fantastic. A heartwarming story. Not too often does a story here make me tear up, but this one did so many times. Thank you for writing this touching tale
This was a great story. Thank you for taking the time to offer such a heartfelt glimpse into the hearts of your characters.
I like this. This might be a me issue, but the "I've put up a wall" trope, especially stated by name, bugs me. It seems played out and it might be able to be redescribed so it is not so thick; it might need to be scrapped altogether; I might not know what I'm talking about and some cheese might be unavoidable in the coquettish nature of relationships. I also had a cringe when upon their working out issues he says to love interest "are you going to keep running" or something like that. I might definitely don't know how to write dialogue, but it was jarring. It made me think of the satirized Hollywood one liners in the beginning of, I think, "tropic thunder". You might take the story too seriously in that moment or you might have just gone to a tired phrase within the meta of rom-coms, but this jarred me out of the story and got me skimming for a bit. It was a hell of a premise that showcased a lack of "shallow" attraction in a way I haven't seen before and I think by and large you handled it well.
This is a very romantic, loving story. Overcoming the fear of meeting in his apartment was extremely brave. I am surprised that overcoming the rape was so fast. I never expected sex on the first date. Putting that aside, the rest is so believeable.
This was a nice uplifting story. Yup, scars can be both physical and emotional, and unfortunately, sometimes they are many. A nice read. Thank you for posting.
That was one of the best stories I have read. Would love to be able to read more. Part two please!!!
What an excellent rollercoaster of emotions!!! I absolutely love this story. 5 stars are not enough! Thanks for the excellent read!
Munchie184
Incredible, a five page romance with a one page erotic finish. Knowing the way hospitals work and the way they can be emotionally cold made this story especially poignant.
Have read it quiet a few times.Will probably read it a few times more.Possibly the best story I have read .I think that this tells you I really enjoy this story.
I was looking for another story when I found this one, I glad I did ! I enjoyed it very much.
What praises could I bestow on this story that haven't already been written. The only thing missing were kittens and puppies! LOL
This is as close to the perfect story for this category. I usually find a lot of content not important to the story but I wouldn't have changed a word. Some stories will make you cry near the end. This one? I just wanted to reach the end with a satisfying conclusion and, boy, the author hit the perfect ending!
Love found 1st mind, in the heart, then in the physical cannot be matched. This story is so beautiful because it shows all the Emotion that could be found with Pure love for another person. Truly 5 stars, thank you for all of your time in effort.
DP
A beautifully written story about love that's far more than skin deep. It even brought a small tear my curmudgeonly eye.
LA
Trauma. To some extent or another, every one of us has experienced some form of physical or emotional trauma. Most of us have also, in one way or another, inflicted hurt one way or another on other people.
I thought the handling of Sarah's story was well done. I can understand her reaction and the use of the physical remainder or her scar to maintain distance.
It's easy to feel like damaged goods, for a variety of reasons. It's also easy to look at the damage of others and decide that it's not worth the effort. I appreciate the way this entire thing was addressed, from Jeff's reaction to the fall out of his intervention to Sarah's reluctance to be vulnerable to anyone, much less opening up to a man. Bravo.
Proof that nice guys do not always finish last. My second reading, not my last I am sure. That for such a sweet story.
An excellent story. You have given us a clear understanding of the relationship between Jeff and Sarah, emphasising how that relationship develops, without any unnecessary physical description. Very many thanks for making this a well developed story, in which we are able to identify with the principle characters. I would recommend this story to anyone interested in showing rather than just telling. Well worth all five stars; more if they were available.
My second or third time to read this story in the last 4 years I've been on Literotica and I still love it.
Sometimes you find an answer to heal from a traumatic event and love from unexpectant events
Really torn here. Obviously, it's a great story; objectively good. But, I found the language in the beginning to be very off putting and well, racist: "Thug" "hood," When words like "trash" & "punk" came up, it sounded like direct insult of the insult already made. But, not much to worry about, I guess, as no other reader seems to have been made uncomfortable. For me, It took a lot to finish the story from there.
you are a talented writer. best wishes for your prosperity. I'd pay to read your work.
Damn, what a wonderfully written story. So many twists and turns with a great ending. Thanks for sharing. Top Marks!
DogFuzz
Second time around and still loving it!
A great story, plus a slow erotic buildup, plus sex.
Pretty much a perfect literotica story.
While Sarah would obviously NOT have been on birth control, unless for medical reasons, it wasn't mentioned and neither were condoms, and appropriately so. Pregnancy would be low probability, and the situation justified both the risk and ignoring the risk.
It's heartbreaking to think of all the women who go through this type of trauma, and often don't get their happy ending, and also of all the guys who get so screwed up that they'd do that sort of thing to women.
Such a wonderful heartwarming story. I hope you continue to write more of them.
Quite simply outstanding.
I see by the date that this story is approaching its fifteenth birthday. Maybe it's time to write a follow-up -- fifteen years of their lives?
I read this because it was marked as "Similar Stories" to one of ours, "A Walk Changed Everything."
So glad I clicked it!
Great story from the very start Through to very end was in tears a few times throughout . Glad my kids weren't around for this one they would be saying old softy is at it again .thank you for the read .
So touching a story, deeply thoughtful, quietly expressing the emotional turmoil of a troubled past and the tender, sensitive resolution in love. Beautifully written.
That's the only way to deal with a rape survivor. Slow and gentle. Goes for child abuse survivors also
For an incurable romantic, this was nearly perfection. 5 well-deserved stars.
On my all time favorites list (Top Five). Such a sweet story, a love story.
Thank you for writing such a wonderful and life-affirming tale. For many reasons, this has been marked as a favourite.
A beautiful story, could you possibly write some more? You have many fans, well deserved it seems.
I love your story, all about redemption and hope and love that really conquers all. I image Jeff with a bit of sexy hair for that healing masculine chest he has.
This one brought me to tears. This is every bit as good as the stories by Komrad.
Outstanding!
This was an absolutely beautiful story.....like, speechless. I'm at a loss for words.
I have to say this is the best story I have read on here. I have read a lot of great stories but none that had the suspense, drama, eroticism to get anyone excited and the emotion to bring tears to my eyes.
It's wonderfully written. You can tell how much thought was put into the characters as well as this entire piece. This isn't a "wham bam thank you mam" hurry and "get off" story but it was one that got me excited as well as made me not want it not to end. So thank you for sharing your talent for producing an excellent touching yet very erotic sexy story!
Give us more. Wonderful story. Could read 10 more chapters !!!!
What a beautiful story. You really are pining for them to make it for Sarahs sake. Everyone deserves happiness. 10/10
Amazing story. I felt it was hard to get into the first two pages then I couldn’t put it down my first 5 star rating.
As I started reading this story, it sounded very familiar but I wanted to see if there were any changes since the last time I read it. Not sure how long ago that was, but when I got to the last page, it didn't have any stars noted. To be truthful, I don't know if it was updated or not, but I can tell you that it definitely got a five star rating from me and added to my favorite stories as soon as I finished reading it.
It has everything a great story needs, including a happy ending. Thanks
As such: how is the average rating only 4.85?!? C'mon people! What's wrong with you!!!
One character barely survives the fight, one is saved from the fight, and one is healed from the fight. A roller coaster of a plot. The lovemaking was just that little bit of spice for the romance. Good Read, Good Story, Good Times. Keep on keeping on.
Five stars. A very moving piece. "Not a dry eye in the place." I loved it. What else is there to say?
A TRUE love story with incredibly accurate characters. Kudos to you as the creator of such a touching story!
Nice, touching, informative, close to reality, its like a true story.
This was a fantastic story! I was invested in the characters and was really rooting for them. Great work!
I loved it. First Jeff recovering, then Sarah recovering, it was just too beautiful. I thank you for something I really didn't expect on this site.
A good heart is required to produce such work. I hope you are proud of yourself for allowing others to enjoy this story.
It's a story I have read many times when I need to feel good.
This is the first time I've read the story and I loved it. Strong development, both of the characters and the intensity behind the actions.
THANKS
Very well written and deeply erotic and moving. I hope you'll write more about their love and how they make a beautiful baby together.
I really enjoy reading this story for I don’t know how many times! Fantastic! More please!
Baton Rouge Cajun Guy
You have certainly a way with words. This story really moved me, more for the resolution of previous pains. A beautiful coming together of two who have been injured. Magic and yes please, more.
Beautiful story telling, it's really a heartwarming story. I thank you for this and hope more such similar stories come from you.