by Patchwork
That wàs extremely well done. I admit I went into it reluctantly after the last chapter. I enjoyed the first five chapters immensely, but I felt the last two slipping into territory I couldn't follow. That was just a personal preference, of course, but I won't deny being pleased that this chapter wrangled the story right back into my comfort zone. This is a great capper for a wonderful, sweet love story. I love how you even managed to do it without compromising Mary's character. She remains sassy, defiant, and confused, but still clawed her way back from the edge and recognized what's really important. I know there will be some readers who will say Gabby would have been better off with Molly, but I disagree. That's not how love works. People who truly love each other, love each other despite their flaws. Real love recognizes that sometimes these "flaws" are something else entirely. This is demonstrated wonderfully in the coffee shop scene. Gabby expertly parries away Mary's verbal assaults and strips away her defenses before building her back up. Their intimate scene was simultaneously sweet and erotic. The emotions involved made it the best of the series. Congratulations on an excellent piece of writing.
Thank you to all the readers and especially those who commented on this story series - your encouragement and feedback are genuinely welcome and inspiring.
I waited until the end of this story to comment, as I was uncertain (!) from the beginning about how the story would go. Suffice to say, I have given each episide a solid 5* and would vote higher if I could. This is an exceptional story and goes into my GOAT folder. So well written and thank you.
I think this was an excellent finale. I went through most of the story in one sitting. The last chapter had me worried, but this sealed it nicely. So great to have a happy ending for two unique characters. Thank you!
A really good Story, so well written.
So much emotion and feelig, the confusion of first love and discovery of who you are and what you want!
Thank you for sharing this lovely story?
Is there going to be a sequel, Mary and Gabby going off to university, What happens to Molly? Please?
I enjoyed this, finished at 7am. Would love a sequel..do they last or is it just teenage love?