Wow. That was interesting indeed.

Redemption....or the possibility of it.

Beautiful.

EP

Redemption....or the possibility of it.

Beautiful.

EP

Another beautiful chapter. As I read this story, I realize how well the title "Kaidan" fits. It's not simply that you borrow actual myths, but more the mythic style of storytelling, with each chapter strong enough to stand as its own soul-shaking lesson, offering a new vision after hardship, and a chance for redemption. Each consecutive step of the story feels like its own morality tale, yet it retains an intimacy that surpasses myth. I'm past falling in love with this fic. It's definitely something more than that; you've written something much deeper than that. Please continue!

Wow...
Love this story and the way its going...
I like authors who are very creative.
And you are...
I love how you twisted it around..
Keep up the good work...
Dont stop writing...
No matter what reviews you get,
Good Job.
Amber

That was glorious, and loving and warm, and heartfelt. I always feel priviledged when I take the time to read your words. Her bear indeed and his Snow White, lets face it. I love love, and yes, trial and tribulation. As always, you never disappoint, and I do love my Grimms. You do private moments between key characters so extraordinarily well, your dialogue is exquisite and always, always poignant. Love, in all its facets is the key.

Thank you, as always for your words. Happy Holidays…

In Friendship

EP

Wow. I just read this whole thing in one sitting. You have the most incredible prose and control over emotion. Your writting is so organic yet so beautifully structured.
My favourite scene by far was the memory of the time they spent outside in the summer and Kagome reveals that she had lied to Kouga. I wept. I really haven't cried while reading in a long time and it was refreshing.
You really understand the characters and their motivations. Your characterizations are flawless.
Thanks so much for writing! I hope to see a new chapter from this piece soon.

A gorgeous feast of words as always, very heart felt..sans silk. You know, I have never ever heard a heart likened to silk...hair, skin, breath, but never a heart. Interesting juxtaposition and so skillfully done.

Nice very re Kagome and Shippou...Masterful! I hope you have a glorious holiday season, and I am honoured. You are too kind.

Well done as always..but I would expect nothing less. Just a feast.

EP

I really like this story alot. Can you please write some more chapters?

To paraphrase a friend of mine "very pretty pretty words"

Very nicely done and looking forward to more. I enjoy the grace of it. Truly wonderful. Oh the joy of the malevolent one being hoisted on his own... You get my drift.

Until next time.

EP

"I forgave you for everything even before you did it."
Oh that line, it got me. I don't know why but it just did. :)

Brava!

Yep, sometimes that is all that is required.

EP

Wow... your fic is really well-written. When I posted my challenge, I was shooting for a fluffy romance fic, but this is way better! Keep on writing~!

great chapter i loved it this story is full of emotion poor inuyasha!...update soon!

Utterly romantic, a lyrically wonderful work. It is absolutely heady at times to read your words...

Well done, so very well done. I love the relationship you have forged between the miko and the taiyoukai.

The entire Kouga incident a few chapters back made me laugh. He is so damned obtuse...and innocent with it. Hence we love him.

I think you are doing a phenomenal job and I love your transitions for each chapter. Delicate, appropriate...and you can feel the snow, the cold...the frigidity and fragility of the seasons too...very well done. A feast of words.

i absolutely love this story! thanks for the chapter! update soon

The way you write, is amazing. That is all there is to it. Its how you take a string of letters, placd together in an order that someone else deivsed, and combine them with other srings, until the only word that can describe it, is beautiful. You are an amazing author. If you are unable to make a life as an author, then there is absolutely no hope for the rest of us.

wow, I'm extremely impressed. I really love this story. Please write more when you have the chance--no rush, rushing tends to foul things over... ^__^ Just, update when you can and spoil us at every go.

This is a beautiful story. The title of each chapter seems to summarize their content - that, or they simply provide a glimpse, an idea of how you have built the plot of the aforementioned chapters.

Nevertheless, the characterizations are a bit different from the original manga/anime/tv series (whatever that applies) yet, they're beautifully done. It compliments the tone of the story as well as the voice. Of course, sometimes, the change in voices can get a bit confusing, especially when you do not provide markings of separations of whom is talking, which instance you're changing and whatnot. Perhaps it's not your fault and it's just the layout of the website. But some kind of separation would be more helpful.

That said, again, you have done a great work and I congratulate you for that. It's difficult to find a good story nowadays and I'm glad I've found one. Keep up the good work and hope you can update soon.

Vic

great chapter! I too felt the tears welling in my eyes-- so bittersweet.

I love this story! You have written an amazing fic.

Sometimes the change in perspective and time gets a little confusing for the reader... not that you shouldn't have them, but maybe if you separated them with a break like:
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or
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That would make the fic easier to read, and let the reader know that the perspective/time has changed... but you don't have to. :)

Anyways, I am looking forward to the next chapter. :)

~Kanazawa

so I would like to ammend my guesses... I think that the 'new' Inuyasha is merely a conglomeration of Naraku and Inuyasha... interesting.

And the two that Inuyasha met before going to the castle... Miroku and Sango.

I just hope that Sess can get there in time to save Kagome!

wow-- so beautiful... I can't get over it... it is just breathtaking!

I loved how you called Kagome 'a flower that has been pulled from the snow and trampled on'-- just like the actual flower that was trampled in the story.

Can I make a few guesses as to who's who?

I think the black-haired golden eyed demon is really Inuyasha, the woman in the clearing Kikyo, and Izayoi is, well, Izayoi.

It will be interesting to see how Inuyasha came to be who he is... he seems to be like some lord of the underworld... and Kikyo is terrible messenger.

onto the next chapter! :)

omg!! Kagome wished Inuyasha back and he has come back as this!!! crazy, what a twist!! That was very well-woven!!

I can't wait to read chapter 3.

P.S. The way you had Rin fall into her memories and describe the final battle, it had me sitting on the edge of my seat in anticipation and suspense. As the gateway to hell opened up-- I could clearly see it in my mind's eye-- and I must admit, I was afraid-- that was a terrifying image. Very few authors are able to write so well as to inspire fear in the hearts of their readers-- well done!

OMG... the first chapter was a work of art. I love how you work the image of snow into each aspect of the story... beautiful... a true masterpiece!

The way you describe Kagome's eyes throughout the chapter is breathtaking, and I love how you describe how the snow falls upon her lashes like diamonds.

I am intrigued and will continue reading!

P.S. Izayoi-- what a twist at the end!

~Kanazawa

Its original, creative and wonderful, looking forward to more....SOON.

In love with the title.

ElegantPaws

Nooooo! Damn! Just as it was getting REALLY good. *grumbles and whimpers* Ivy...close your eyes...concentrate...at the count of three you will update, okay? 1...2...3! *wiggles fingers at you* Damn! It didn't work...stupid, cheap, as-seen-on-TV mind control kit. *continues grumbling as I go to sulk*

this fic confused me a bit but it's good! i enjoy this please update soon!!! i want to know what happens! i was at the edge of my seat when i found out it was naraku!

hey, i just wanted to tell you that this story is unbelievably great, and although its kind of twisted (inuyasha and naraku? augh!) its really original and creative.. and brilliant ^_^. please keep updating, and i can't wait (i will literally be checking a single spark hourly) for your next update! :D:D

Wow...great twist...hmmmm so did he take Naruka to hell and they came back together?? Poor Inuyasha...but you are so right this story is flowing so beautifully. It keeps me looking forward to the next chapter. And as always you inner Inu conversations are a much needed respite from all the angst. Although, I must admit your figment seems almost too real...you can almost feel yourself melt with such a puppy! I wish I had an imagination that wonderful!!

it was a fantastic specially the third chapter. please continue cause i do intend to read your fic.

Don't let the ratings get you down. There are many immature people out there who want to downrate fics to try and crush the author's confidence and feelings. It's happened to me, and one of my other good friends on this website.

I've emailed suggestions to Nile-Sama if we can make the ratings optional or at least allow only users to rate fics once/chapter. She's never responded so I guess we'll just have to grit our teeth and endure it.

Your fic is good and unique. Ratings are simply numbers. Reviews are a better way to judge your fic by, so just ignore those numbers for now ;)

It never ceases to amaze me the ideas that writers dream up. I love this story line. It is so intriguing to see what comes next, to wonder how it all happened. I like the fact that you skipped to the middle of this one, it adds depth to the story. I eagerly await the next chapter as always! And as far as your rating I cannot imagine why they would be low....the quality of your work is fantastic...and rare!

I love your works. u r such a talented writing hope you can update soon. i dont see how people can hate ur fic it has such nice flow and diction. continue writing if u dont i for one would be one sad reader!

Wow....I am so glad you started a new story. And this one like your last is so lovely. You really have moments of pure poetry in your work. " She could hear the worry in his voice hanging like spider silk across his words." And I think what I admire most is that it flows so simply from you. I never feel as if you are forcing the poetry or the images. I am hooked on this already and it is only chapter one!

A great story... A nice starting, and good plot. I will continue to enjoy the later chapters!

WOW THIS IS GOOD UPDATE SOON PLEASE

Thanks for taking up this challenge. So far the story is great, I know that this is going to be an awesome fic. I am some what of a fan of your writing and have great faith in your ability to create a wonderful story for all of your fans to enjoy. Thanks.

Wow. This seems like it will certainly be an interesting story. Izayoi hasn't, to my knowledge, been portrayed as a villainess before.

This appears to be an AU, but set in the canon timeframe, and those kinds of fics are so much fun to read.

As for writing more than one fic, feh. Many, many authors do more than one at a time. I think it's a wonderful way to break through writer's block. You can step away from one story and immerse yourself in another for a while.

Welll, great fic, and can't wait to read more.

I like your work! I've read most of it, and I'm sure that this will be, if not as good, better. When I reead the summery, I thought that it would be like Beauty and the Beast, and though it's too hard to tell right now, it seems like an even better story...and I love Beauty and the Beast...^_^ Keep up the great work, and I hope that another chapter of To Know The Man comes up soon...its a really good story as well (^_^)> I give you my kitty to keep you satisfied while you creat your works of art! Happiness = Wonderful Production!