Reviewer: pixl8ed Signed [Report This]
Date: August 18 2017 10:23 PM Title: Chapter 5

And now I’ve read it to the end.  Tears in my eyes, literally.  Such a remarkable story.  So simple on it’s surface, but so complex.  Ethically, emotionally. 

It shows some real sophistication how you left so much unresolved, unanswered.  It makes me wish we had literary discussion groups for size fans. 

The questions of Carl’s support for Alani from his hospital bed.  Did he not confess because he naturally doesn’t want to face the consequences of taking her food?   Does he plan to make it up to her and Kenji?  Something he can’t do if he’s fired or in jail. Is he motivated by the concern that if he is fired, someone worse will replace him?  See?  Simple characters performing simple actions leading to complex questions?  A brilliant and satisfying reading experience.  This story is an example of why the written word will never die.  Movies and such can never portray complex emotion like great writing can.

The issue of Alani’s happiness v. her circumstance, what a complex situation.  Slavery is vile and horrible, but she’s happy.  We fall in love with her and want her to be truly happy.  But by our standards, that seems difficult.  There is no Fyth sanctuary.  And she would hate life without Kenji and Lyric...and even Carl.  Would her happiness be destroyed if a loving family gave her high standards of freedom and dignity? 

And that ending.  What can I say?  Amazing, heart felt, sad and joyful all at the same time. 

And...time for the mean:  Buddy.  Pal.  Stop trying to write a southern drawl.  You have a tin ear, or sumthin, for the way country folk speak.  Every time you try to tackle it, it’s a disaster.  Just have them say “yep” a few times, maybe a couple of “ain’ts,” but leave it at that and write the rest of their dialogue normally.  We’ll get the idea.  End of mean.

There really is no practical need for a sequel.  This story hit the pond that is our genre.  Let it ripple out and raise the water level a bit.  Remember the ending of Jaws, how you wanted more?  That’s a good ending. 

That said, if you did create a continuation, I would not mind.  In fact, I suspect I would read it with great enthusiasm.  Some of these questions could stand answers, only to reveal new quandaries.  The characters and situations you’ve created will not sit still for simple answers.

Thank you for raising the bar of emotion, complexity and literary quality for our beloved genre.  This is certainly not your best work...you haven’t found that yet.  Which is good new; it gives us something to look forward to.

Peace

pix

PS.  You need a hook for a sequel?  The farm is working out well.  Kenji becomes an important local figure and the fact that he’s smart doesn’t hurt.  When Kenji falls in love, the girl he loves is rich.  She could solve all his problems.  But she wants him to leave the farm and Alani.  And ya’ know what?  For all her assets, she doesn’t “measure up” to Alani.  It seems a simple choice...but Lyric falls ill, to a rare and expensive disease.  Can Kenji science skills save his sister? Or will he have to make an impossible choice?  Alani sees it as a simple choice, her happiness v Lyrics life.  But will Lyric even be able to live without the best friend a girl could have?  And what about Carl?  All against the background question- who really deserves the fruit of the farms success? 
If Lyric were a Fyth, Alani’s food would cure her in a heartbeat...if there were some way to...hmmmm ....no, that is unthinkable...the social stigma...or would the first giant human be an indictment of the practice of enslaving people based on their size?

Reviewer: frostknight53 Signed [Report This]
Date: June 29 2017 1:29 AM Title: Chapter 5

Loved this story, made me feel happy inside that she lived and got a family.

Author's Response:

Me too! I really ought to do a continuation of this. Perhaps set in future 20 years. Hmm.

TY for review!

Reviewer: gtstory Signed [Report This]
Date: September 09 2015 11:01 PM Title: Chapter 1

Wonderful, touching story. Thank you so much for writing it, and proving that kindness and giantess can co-exist in the same story. This has become one of my favorite stories, and (to sound like everyone else), should you see fit, I would love to read a continuation with these characters. That doesn't mean you have to have them suddenly battling evil aliens or giant squid monsters. It's the kindness, and development between the characters that's been so enjoyable. I wonder, once Kenji graduates, will he leave the farm to pursue his dreams? If so, where would that leave Alani? Or do his dreams include Alani? A wonderful piece of writing, I'm happy it had an ending, and ended well, but should you decide to let us peek in more with these wonderful characters, that would indeed be a treat again. Thank you!

Author's Response:

I've got some ideas. Thanks for the kind words.

Reviewer: Evermore Signed [Report This]
Date: January 03 2015 11:00 PM Title: Chapter 1

This is by far one of the most touching stories I have read on here. While I feel like the story could be over, I really wouldn't mind see a continuation. I think it would be fascinating to see the evolution of Alani's relationship with Kenji, Lyric and Carl and even the nearby community. Also, the concept presented here of a 'giantess slave' is really fascinating. I know a lot of giantess writers have been exploring the idea of size not defining the worth of a person, but this is the first time I've seen it played in reverse, where the giant character is the vulnerable one. Pleaes keep up the good work. 

Author's Response:

Thanks for the feedback, Evermore! Life has pulled me away from writing, but I imagine myself returning to continue this story someday.

Reviewer: TinyMetalBox Signed [Report This]
Date: September 14 2014 8:57 PM Title: Chapter 5

Loving this story!!! Please continue. Pleeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaassssse!!!!

Author's Response:

Lol. Well, since there is quite a bit of demand to continue. I might have to do that sooner rather than later. Thanks.

Reviewer: MrSirk Signed [Report This]
Date: September 14 2014 7:50 AM Title: Chapter 5

I almost missed this update and am almost glad I did. I told you to stop making me feel not make me feel more! This is genuinely heartbreaking and sweet. I mean she even broke down angry Carl what can you do against that? Nothing. Alani's perfectly, sincerely humble. Literally just happy to be a service to somebody, anybody. Killing herself because dumb Carl broke his dumb leg! He can walk it off. But she found happiness and that's truly all that matters. Good work man. 

Author's Response:

Thanks, man!

Reviewer: Rainman11311 Signed [Report This]
Date: September 13 2014 4:36 PM Title: Chapter 5

Hi, Spookytaco.

Well, I liked that a lot. I especially enjoyed the characters.

Alani and her kind are considered animals in this society (even Alani thinks of herself in this way). I think the way we treat animals (even giant, intelligent, humanoid 'animals') is a reflection of our character.

Carl, for example, is a bitter, unhappy man, and the way he treats submissive, subservient Alani shows the kind of person he is. Still, didn't Carl say that Alani wasn't to blame for his injuries. Maybe Alani is softening up grumpy old Carl. Which is good, because I felt bad for Alani for being so naive as to think of Carl as her friend.

The relationship between Alani and Lyric (love that name) is really sweet. A child in that society would be likely to think of Alani as a great big pet, at best, but Lyric wants her for a friend right away. Again, I think that's a reflection of Lyric's character and upbringing.

There seems to be something brewing between Kenji and Alani, but I'm glad that nothing overtly sexual happened yet. That would have seemed odd in that society, especially in the short time they've had together so far.

Alani's sweet, self-effacing nature seems to be bringing out the best in her 'owners'. I like that.

I like to think about what would happen in future installments to this story.

Something romantic between Kenji and Alani?

Alani going from Lyric's reading buddy to a sort of mother figure.

Alani and Carl as drinking buddies?

Oh, the possibilities.

I hope you do continue this, but if not, it stands up as a fine story all by itself.

Thanks for the great read.

Rainman

Author's Response:

Wow. I'm humbled. Thank you.

Reviewer: Silent-One Signed [Report This]
Date: September 12 2014 10:52 PM Title: Chapter 1

Way to clinch it, Taco!

Dropping the karma hammer without permanent damage (a nice touch), Alani's self-deprecation taken to its logical extreme, and the day being saved by the little girl of all people? 

You, sir/madam (Damnit, Drac's got me doing it), have real writing talent. If your depth of story were to combine with my friend's mile-a-minute rollercoaster of brilliant ideas, you two might take the entire world by storm!

All in all, a great story, and I only wish there was more of it to love. 

Author's Response:

Heh, perhaps you should suggest this friend of yours try his hand at writing. It can be very therapeutic, as I've found myself. :)

Reviewer: Nostory Signed [Report This]
Date: September 12 2014 9:03 PM Title: Chapter 1

That was gut wrenching yet uplifting at the end! You have to revisit them, I need to see more of Carl, Kenji, Alani and Lyric!

Author's Response:

We'll see. TY for the reviews, Nostory!

Reviewer: randomwierdness Signed [Report This]
Date: September 12 2014 2:39 PM Title: Chapter 5

*cries*

Author's Response:

*hands tissue*