Very nicely done! You have an excellent writing style. Very easy to read, correct grammar, spelling etc... Your characterizations were spot on. The storyline was very interesting, well done and believable in the SGA universe. I really like how you got John and Teyla together without having them just rush into saying "I Love You." Too many people forget who the characters are in their haste for a good ship. You are so right in showing that John would hide his feelings, in so many ways, for so many people. Again, incredible job! Thanks for sharing!

I was sad to read this was your last story (most likely) for John/Teyla. I have enjoyed your stories. It is true they are not the light, airy types but I have enjoyed the twists you put in them and the fact that they are not predictable. Your John and Teyla are also well rounded and very recognizable to me.

Thank you for sharing them with us. (I just hope you get this thank you, because I have my doubts that my other reviews have ever gone through.)

Thanks for sharing your story. I've only recently gotten into reading fic in this fandom. I enjoyed your nuanced portrayal of John and Teyla's emotions/perspectives.

I don't know if I have ever reviewed any of your stories before but I do know I have read most of them. I have greatly enjoyed reading your stories especially the ones with John and Teyla. While I like stories where they are happy together I get to the point some times that I need to read a good angst story. I do very much hope you continue to write, as I will continue to read them. I would love to see what happens next in this story, if your muse is willing; we all need a little love in our lives. Any way I will close out by saying I have always found you to be an excellent writer and look forward to reading your stories as you but them out.

'Popular' counts for nothing in my view. You have talent, whole bucket loads of it, and each of your stories is crafted so beautifully. Ever since I came across it, I have loved your work. Even if you never post anything else here, I know that I will continue to return and savor the stories you have gifted us with.

That said, this was an exceptional 'swan song'. I loved the interactions between Teyla, John, and Torran. The plot was intricate and well-thought out. I liked the use of what we know the characters are capable of (Teyla's Queen-ness), and the illustration of how John interacts with Atlantis. I really appreciated that John's conversation with his dad didn't get all maudlin, because it wouldn't have. It sort of exemplifies something I've always enjoyed about your writing. When something like this happens, or a character has a realization, your solution or interpretation invariably makes all kinds of sense. I also liked the subtle ways that Earth and Athosian cultures differ, and how the characters deal with it.

Thank you for sharing your stories, I've truly enjoyed them.

Cheers!

I absolutely loved that story. Great ending. You are actually one of my favorite author's and i hope you continue writing Atlantis fanfics. Can't wait:)

Good story. Nice ending. One thing, though. I think you mean Heightmeyer, not Heitmeyer. Also, I know I mentioned this before, but it's Torren (with an E, not an A).

great finish to a great story :)

Good epiolog that answered my questions about John's dream world, that I had from chapter 4. I like your stories, Tielan, and I ask that you continue to keep SGA on your writing list for the future. Good Luck in your future endeavors.

Thanks for the fantastice story!

Very good drama with the characters and a much more in depth character interaction and progression of relationships especially with John and Teyla.

Loved the plot! It was very creative and suspenseful!

I understand how you feel about the winding down of stories but hope that muse of talented writers will visit you again someday with another great story idea for Atlantis.

You really captured the essence of life-is-fleeting versus life-to-be-lived now in a real way. Everyone was in character, strength and weakness were present and in place, snark and banter abounded, Starsky and Hutch--wait, Sheppard and McKay did their things, and Teyla... If only more people wrote Teyla as strongly as you often did. She and Ronon were so under-used and often mis-played.

I will miss your constancy, but I understand the need to move on. Growth is what it is.

Be well. Grow. Flourish.

Well written angst!

JOHN'S BACK. YAY:)

nice chunk of info lol :)

That was a fine, fine piece of writing. Drew me in, held me captive, let me go when asked nicely.

No, really, if only more writers used your skill...or even had your skill...then ffnet would totally rule the world.