Ugh I couldn't stand Esme or Carlisle in this story... They both irritated my soul... Esme was a busybody getting into business that was better left alone to avoid tension and Carlisle had more emotion for other peoples kids then his own... I really enjoyed Victoria and James story more than I thought I would though...

Thank you for sharing such a lovely tale with us...

Wow, I have no words... The way you write takes my breath away and this story is simply amazing. So much pain and tears but so worth it. Thank you very much for sharing.

Wow, kind of a slow burn that I wanted so badly to fast forward through at times, but I stayed patiently. I’m so glad I did because these stories are beautiful. The four of them are incredible. Thank you for dreaming this up.

This is bull shit! He’s shown so much emotion with Victoria but with Edward and Max it’s “I’ll try”... I thought I couldn’t hate him any more but I do

I’m getting depressed reading this... Am I supposed to be happy or sad? Does she like Edward or James? I’m confused

I loved this story. Thank you.

Wow, what an intense first chapter. These young people seem to be dealing with such horrible family trauma. I'm curious why everyone seems to know this date and what it means to Victoria. Why would they remember it and make her feel horrible about it. I take it the mean girl Lauren is the one who let out Victoria's issues with what this day means. Edward certainly has reason to be upset with his dad for not only marrying so soon after his mother's death but that he had been cheating on her before too. Such adult problems making these young people grow up too fast. So far this story is giving me a bad feeling.

Clapping!
What a spectacular story...incredibly written...filled with raw, insightful emotions.

I'm really going to miss this story...it's going to stay with me for sure.
Wish there was an epilogue...future-takes...something.
I can only hope maybe you will write again...thank you for sharing this gem.
xoxo

OMG?...Mud! After all these years, right there in the home raising her from the beginning...unbelievable...what a twist of fate!

The conversation between Edward and Carlisle was interesting...my favorite part was finding out that Bella has been trying to extend kindness to Carlisle. That's a class act.

Another fabulous chapter!

What an absolutely brilliant chapter...BOTH Edward and Victoria got back what they desperately wanted...Bella and Victoria's mom.

WOW.

So much going on with BOTH stories...

Bella and Edward finally talk...nearly kiss...both miserable, and want to be back together as a couple.

Is Carlisle...Victoria's father?! What are the odds she finds a pic of her mom with Carlisle?
He is nicer to Victoria than he is to his own son.

Great writing!

I hope this insane "separation" ends soon.

For Edward to tell his awful father "he won" was wrong in my book.
But, this IS fanfiction...so I must be patient as I finish this amazing.

Carlisle is an ass...and a lousy father.

Victoria meeting with Peter was fascinating...so welll written.
I'm assuming he is not her dad...perhaps the last address Peter received will provide a clue to her mom's whereabouts.

Edward and Bella conversations are always so sweet and insightful.
Bella handles Edward's "past" in a mature way...wanting to know someone's "number" is tricky.

Thanks again...I know I'm reading this years later, but just want you to know how much I'm enjoying this story!