Reviews for Darkness Bound

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Meggie Dodge 2005-12-01 ch 7,	abuseWhew, did that make a fast read! No fault in the segue from the movie's Sands, focused and ruthless, to the more altruistic model. The timing of his wondering about the shorts was just dead on (where ever did you find "Home of the Whopper"?--I wanna do some research there). The Tarantula is as creepy as dismbodied quotations can make him. I count it as a success for you, that I'm not sure whether I want to read more of him or not. I'm beginning to suspect, too, that your church must have a lively CUUPs chapter, "Damned pagan lunatic" notwithstanding.
Miss Becky 2005-10-11 ch 7,	abuseapplauds Wonderful story. You're going on my Favorites list. :-) I love the pacing in the story. At first I was a bit bummed it was only seven chapters, but the length fits perfectly. The build-up to the firefight is great, showing how Sands is adapting to his new role in things. The idea of using sonar is awesome. Love the last line of the story. What a fitting way to describe Sands. :-)
Miss Becky 2005-10-11 ch 2,	abuseOh my Christ. I meant to read this entire story before reviewing, but I just had to stop here and say... "Home of the Whopper"? I am laughing so hard, the tears are just streaming down my face. That is the absolutely the single best Sands-ism I have ever read. You rock. This story rocks. Back to reading.
Super Lizard 2005-07-27 ch 7,	abuseBravo, very well done! I liked it quite a lot. The sonar was a nice touch.
Mrs Lovett 88 2005-07-26 ch 7,	abusethat was amazing loved your final line kinda sums up sands way of thinking nice.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 7,	abuseVery nice resolution. Brilliant really.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 6,	abuseShort one here, just a comment really, I love it that the nigk name annoys him. I dunno why but that really works.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 5,	abuseInteresting that it was the thought of -craving- the cigs that made him sick and not the thought of smoking or lighting... smiles Another very nice and well written chap. Good flow and very nice progression. Not too sure where it is heading except for the obvious 'make the city safe' bit.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 4,	abuseSadly, because it has been so long, most of those names went by me totally unconnected, but I am rather currious as to who this mystery helper/freak is. Crazier than Sands?! And there is just something about a person who will lean in close to whisper into Sands' ear aftern seeing his lack of eyes and then refer to Sands as Lucifer...shudders again
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 3,	abuseI like the dip into introspection -not overly long and not shallow either. He comes back with his teeth set and his will reestablished, and I was wondering if he would deal with the guy behind the desk. Thank you for that. And also thank you for not allowing him to remain unaffected by his experiences, I think the old him would have used Manolo without reguard to the child's safety, he would definately have considered his own safety and Manolo would have compromised that in overlooking details and misreading things but he also considered Manolo's personal safety. Overall this story so far is ...uh...a bit rougher than I like, but -very- well written.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 2,	abuseStill shuddering over that codine. Very nice description of the treating of the wounds and also a great job of describing Sands mental and physical state. I kept wishing he were more of a good-guy or more "clean" but he never did turn that way in the movie and as much as I wasn't completely thrilled with the movie him, I'm not thrilled by your him either...but it is all for the same flaws and short-comings. So I would have to say it's a great job over all.
Vara 2005-07-23 ch 1,	abuseI can't help but sincerely wish it weren't the codine he was taking like that. shudders Never a good idea even with a full stomach, with an empty stomach, major blood loss and laboured breathing...well I have to assume he wakes up because the story continues. Very nice job of keeping him in character. I haven't seen the movie for more than a year but I remember being horrifiedd that they took his eyes. I was so upset that it took a while to sink in that he had been tortured! I can't comment much on how it compares to the movie, cause like I said it's been a long while, but the tone and pace are really good.
Sioux 2005-06-06 ch 7, anon.	abuseWow! I was completely sucked into Sands' world, his perspective. You captured his character, the way he deals with things, and then you changed it, as it needed to change because of his injury. I can't call it a handicap, because he managed to adjust perfectly well. The life you gave Manolo was great, and Sands' own background was enlightening. The deliniation between the old Sands and the new Sands was well done. Have you considered sending this to Robert Rodriguez? This would be a terrific follow-up to OUATIM. You're a very gifted writer! I look forward to reading more of your material. I didn't want this one to end! Namaste
Vampiric Phantoms 2005-05-28 ch 7,	abuseLate reader...but I have to say this was a great story. Wish it wasn't over so soon but it was fun while it lasted.
Amanda 2005-05-04 ch 7, anon.	abusehello i just wanted to tell you that this is a wonderful story. i love sands (why did they take his sexy eyes? WHY!?!!?!? ... sorry) and i'm glad that you didn't make him into a baby. he adjusted quite well to the no eyes just like i imagined he would. and the chiclet (spelling?) kid! he's awsome!! i'm glad he's in there and his awsome chiclet selling-ness. go you and your awsome writing skills!

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