[Report This]Date: March 27 2016 10:02 PM Title: Prologue
Great sequel. Belena's first encounter with Lorek rubbed me exactly the right way. Also, Valdan and Sylvie are totes adorbz.
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[Report This]Date: February 16 2016 6:07 AM Title: Prologue
Excellent adventure and love stories between brother and giantess sister, giantess and lover. What's sad is that Valdan seems to dislike his older sister because of Sylvie. His older sister is a saint.
Sylvie is just a child and a brat. Not evil, but her actions will have far reaching consequences on how Valdan look at giants. I just don't see him fully embrace his sisters. Tolerate them a little more than before, but I see no love.
It's good that Belena gets to rule instead of Valdan or Sylvie. Lorek is a lucky guy.
Date: July 21 2014 10:35 AM Title: Prologue
I admit, I was hesitant to read this because I knew it wouldn't be Alban and Valerie's story. But reading each chapter, I was amazed again! Malaka writes such astounding characters, great arcs, and the budding romance between Belena and Lorek is so heartwarming. Valdan and Sylvie's arc is great as well; you feel for Valdan who feels out of place in a family of giant women. Sylvie is a young, albeit immature giantess who loves picking on her brother, but grows at towards the end as she really cares for him. We get to see the neighboring mountain tribes, snow trolls and wyverns. Another greatly written story Malaka!
[Report This]Date: April 28 2014 3:45 PM Title: Prologue
Hands down, one of my favorite giantess stories of all times. I've emailed Malaka and let him know how much I really loved this story, but felt kind of guilty for never having actually created an account here to rate it publically. I've read many of Malaka's works (such as Woods, Girl Like Me, etc) and have enjoyed them all... but I really loved both Princess of Vandan, and especially Children. The characters are great, and just jump off the page... as is the story. I'm glad Malaka will continue with these characters in a new story, with Belena and Lorek getting married, and Sylvie now more mature and grown up. Who knows, maybe Sylvie will find herself a boyfriend, too! (hint, hint). At any rate, I've really enjoyed Malaka's works -- especially these characters -- and thought it's about time I added my 5 stars to it as well... :) I'll check back in a few months so I can read a larger chunk once Malaka has had time to write more for Chronicles of Vandan... as well as the few other stories of his I haven't yet read. Thanks, Malaka, for all of your great stories!
Date: October 31 2013 12:57 AM Title: Prologue
This has such a sweet and fantastic story, I adore the parts with Belena and Lorek. I hope that you will continue this story, onward and beyond. I feel that this story has so much plot and potential that it'd be a waste to stop writing or discontinuing it. Please make more chapters!
Author's Response:
I would really love to continue this story, the problem is it's just one of many stories I want to write! I'll have to prioritise somehow, but it's difficult. What I want to write changes from one week to the next.
[Report This]Date: October 19 2013 7:41 PM Title: Prologue
This was one of the stories I read per update so I'm glad you summed it up nicely! Im hoping that you don't just abandon these characters though, there is plenty of potential for more adventures here!
[Report This]Date: October 18 2013 9:02 PM Title: Prologue
I like this story, a bit abrupt in Sylvie's adventure with Valdan but Belenda's story was touching, her anger at Prince Argo was understandable and probably what Valerie went through with Alban some years back.
Really touching to see Lorek and Belenda together, the latter can marry anyone due to her size and the prosperity of the kingdom meaning she does not need to marry for the security of the country or her future but can choose according to her heart.
I want to do a fantasy story but it can never seem to take off like yours do, Tales from the First Age merits a sequel, I want to see more of the massive giantess that saved the town( Was her name Gia, read too long ago!) and perhaps her budding romance with a man the size of a dot to her, would something so one sided work out? I need more!
Author's Response:
Great review, thanks a lot! I have an idea for a sequel to First Age, with Gailina returning, but it remains to be seen whether I'll get round to writing it or not. I'm also going to read The Escape and its sequel now, so I'll leave a review. Finally, iI'd love to see you write a fantasy story someday, since I love reading those kinds of stories. Good luck!
Date: September 21 2013 1:08 AM Title: Prologue
Please continue this story, I'm a big fan of all your other stories, and I hope you write this one out till it ends, like in a girl like me :). Good luck.
Author's Response:
Thanks, I'll definitely give it a shot soon.
Date: May 01 2013 11:58 AM Title: Chapter 16
I was hoping at least Rett would go back with them. Actually I was thinking if Valdan choose to stay in the village, Sylvie would've needed a witness to prove to her parents that she didn't just abandon her brother. The part where she calls him 'big' brother was touching.
While I don't want this story to stop again, I do look forward to your new story because I enjoy all your stories.
Author's Response:
I know it's a little late (I've finally got round to finishing it!) but thanks for the great review!
[Report This]Date: May 01 2013 5:41 AM Title: Prologue
you misunderstood my question. I meant that i have an idea for a new story but it would be much better if you wrote it. Does that sound good to you?
Author's Response:
Sorry for misunderstanding, but yeah, if you have an idea you're welcome to send it to me. I can't promise that I'll get round to it immediately, but I'll definitely give it a look!
Date: April 30 2013 4:59 PM Title: Chapter 16
I'm glad this one got some addition though
really good narrative and descriptions and I really do love the setting in this tale so far.
At least these 2 are gettin along a little better it seems XD
Author's Response:
Thanks, your compliments are appreciated!
[Report This]Date: April 30 2013 4:39 PM Title: Chapter 16
as you seem to be good at the whole fantasy genre... Would you accept my request if i explained it to you? If you just explained me why it wasnt convincing i'ld understand and if you like it but want to write the other story first i can wait. 8(
Author's Response:
You're welcome to explain your request, and I'll let you know whether I like it or not. But, as I've said, this story is very close to being finished, and, since I've already planned it ahead, I probably won't be adding in aything I haven't thought of yet. I can still use your request for any future unplanned stories though, so feel free to let me know. Thanks for the review!
[Report This]Date: April 03 2013 7:14 PM Title: Chapter 15
I was afraid Orlak would react that way to Lorek's soon to be marriage to Belenda. That being said I loved how the whole situation was handled by the king an queen as well as Belenda's reaction to the asskicking that Lorek received. Loved how everything was very realistic an it's very heart warming when Belenda misses her brother and sister. Also the fact that the dollhouse was suited for a larger size what with the giant bed an what not. Then Belenda was giving Lorek a little show before she snuffed out the candle, wonder if he caught a peek.
aaron
Author's Response:
I'm sure he did catch a peek, and it could only have made him more excited about staying with her! Thanks for the review, aaron.
[Report This]Date: April 03 2013 4:37 PM Title: Prologue
about my idea. The character I thought of would be able to get out of her boot without trouble. He could pretend to pass out in there so she would check on him and once she takes him ou he dashes towards her shoulders and hides in her hair. Or he could use a knife he carries for self defense to cut a hole in her boot and sneak out to scare her(somehow). But it doesnt matter wether you decide to put my character in or not the story is cool anyway
Author's Response:
It's a good idea, but I've decided to end the story soon in any case, and begin writing a new one. Also, I'm planning on having Sylvie become a more likeable character in the near future, so there's no need for her to 'get a dose of her own medicine', as it were ;-)
[Report This]Date: April 03 2013 1:06 PM Title: Prologue
I'm continuing to really enjoy your work in this tale. As usual, character development and fluidity come first for you, though the giantess bits are obviously very enticing as well. I also look forward to seeing some of your other works continue. *cough* 3rd Fairytale Romance story *cough*
Author's Response:
Thanks for the great review! I have thought of doing another Fairytale story, but I can't seem to get an idea that I really like. (And I've been through a lot of ideas, lol!) Maybe I'll think of something this year, now that I know people like you want to see more, haha!
[Report This]Date: April 03 2013 11:27 AM Title: Chapter 15
love the new chapter. And i got an idea for a new character. How about a wandering 13-year old mischief causing orphan boy who annoys the shit out of silvye so she realizes what valdan had been through all those years. And later Silvye and the boy become great friends
Author's Response:
Good idea, though I doubt Sylvie would let some little kid annoy her for long. She'd probably just stuff him in her boot or something, and only let him out when he started to cry! Anyway, she and Valdan will be back in the next chapter.
Date: March 22 2013 12:32 PM Title: Prologue
I'm glad to see your updating this story again. I Just wanted to
say that you are officially one of my favorite authors on this site.
As much as I love the sexy, I enjoy a story well told even more and
your stories have very believable characters and worlds.
I also like the way you use giant children in your stories. I
think kids make for very interesting characters, because they can be
cruel and immature without seeming evil and yet can be kindhearted as
well. Sylvie is a great example, shes a spoiled brat who see's small
people as as toys, yet shes kind enough to not really want to harm
them. I like seeing them try to find their places in the world and I
love seeing them interact with tiny adults. I wish there was more
interaction between them and their tiny father. Its hard enough being
the father of normal sized teenagers.
Speaking of Sylvie I'm looking forward to seeing what happened
after that cliffhanger you left. On one hand Sylvie seems to need to
learn a lesson about bullying tiny people and her brother. On the
other hand its seems like she does that because she thinks her
brother doesn't love her. That would be his fault, its an older
brothers duty to play with his sister (willingly) which it seems he's
failed at.
I can’t wait to see how that family drama plays out and I
commend you for making characters that I actually feel the need to
analyze. Keep up the good writing!
Author's Response:
Thanks for all the compliments, they're greatly appreciated. I do regret not using Alban more in the story and making him a sort-of 'absent father' figure unintentionally, but its really more the kids' story, not his.
As to Sylvie, the way she treated Valdan began when she was very little and not old enough to know better. It was understandable then, but she did not grow out of that mindset as she should have, and by then Valdan was already alienated from her. Still, there is hope lying ahead!
[Report This]Date: March 22 2013 8:53 AM Title: Chapter 14
*obnoxious voice* gee hows lorek gonna get out of this situation? Seriously though, great chapter
Date: March 22 2013 2:38 AM Title: Chapter 14
A new chapter! Nice! The father's anti-giant prejudice will certainly complicate things. I was surprised that the worst he expected of the queen was that she'd lock them up. If he considers them "man-eating bitches," surely throwing them in the dungeon is not the worst she could do (in his imagination).
Author's Response:
Well, she could lock them up first and eat them later! ;-) But, of course, Valerie had never actually eaten a person before; Orlak is just conflating her with actual man-eating giants of the distant past - just because he doesn't like her, doesn't trust her, and wants her to leave.
Date: March 22 2013 12:24 AM Title: Chapter 14
Whoo!!! New chapter!
Oh man, poor Lorek. I can't beleive Belena would spring this on him after not seeing each other for over a week.
Author's Response:
She has been very scatterbrained lately, it's true. But Lorek is also at fault; he hadn't made it clear enough to her how much his dad hated the giant race. In any case, Belen awill definitely feel extremly guilty about her decision, and she'll have to make it up to Lorek somehow.