Reviews For Skin Deep
Title: Chapter 1 Facing Facts

Although I don't like how Raymond and Ophelia's relationship came about I do believe that he loves her. I can understand the underhanded approach to dealing with Ophelia she has become a little crazy. I think what Brenda meant was that Raymond's behavior and quantities are irredeemable, not him. He just needs to prove himself to Bennie before the healing can begin.

Reviewer: denishae Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 08:30 pm

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

Great update you deserve an award for your part.

Reviewer: KittyOh48 Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 08:39 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I believe Raymond but he is still using trickery and manipulation to get what he wants.  I am glad they are going to get counseling to work on their marriage they need it and I hope it helps him not go back to his old ways.

That was so sweet and intimate btwn Kee and Ben they are truly experiencing a lot of 1st togehter.

Thank you for sharing.



Author's Response:

Yes Raymond is still the manipulator, but his sickness has changed him.  He's weaker and he knows it and he's also afraid of the crazy side of Ophelia.  More is coming.

Reviewer: Thundakat Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 06:26 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

Wow! Interesting story so far!! Love it!!

Reviewer: baha_malo Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 05:33 am

Title: Chapter 1 Facing Facts

Can someone tell me the real names of the characters? Apologies in advance if already asked and answered. Oh, and really good story, even though I'm more invested in Bennie and Keisha than Raymond and Ophelia. I just can't see any validation in their relationship. Your stories are always interesting though, so I'm here for the long haul.

Reviewer: letgomypurse Anonymous starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 05:20 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

Loving the frequent updates, give your muse a big hug & kiss from your biggest fan...ME!!!

Reviewer: LadyeT Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 05:05 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

good story more

Reviewer: faye Anonymous starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 03:49 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I meant SICK not wick.

Reviewer: Divsionred Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 03:27 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I see the devils spawn is back in action making demands. The only thing that I agree with the devil about is Ophelia is wick. I am glad that he recognizes that they both need help. Good for Bennie for confronting daddy/uncle. I was also glad that Kevin dumped the queen of the Klan.

Love Keisha and Bennie moments. They have really come along, she has a key to his house...wow.

Thanks for a great update.

Author's Response:

Raymond is still the manipulator, he still wants to control things which is why I said that there is no redemption for him.  I'm not trying to make anyone like Raymond, but Ophelia wants what she wants.  

The story will focus more on Keisha and Bennie in future chapters even though there will still be some of Raymond and Ophelia.  

Thanks for the review

Reviewer: Divsionred Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 03:25 am

Title: Chapter 8 A Method to the Madness II

That settles it, poor Ophelia was doomed from the beginning! A crack head momma, who basically sold her daughter to the highest bidder, by accepting Raymond' s money after her raped her, turned her into a sex slave, got her pregnant then made her life hell so she couldn't take care of the baby! Then stole the baby, gave the baby to his sister to raise. On top of all that he marries the woman he raped 23 years Pryor. Wow!!!! NO WONDER she has snapped!

Now, Bennie has embraced his blackness and has fallen in love with a BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOMAN!  Now That's What I'm Talkin Bout!!!!!!!!!!

Reviewer: KittyOh48 Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 03:15 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

sooo sooo good! im still wondering what raymonds up to. i cant wait for ben and keishas first time going all the way!! more please...........youre spoiling us with these rapid updates!

Reviewer: brownskingurl Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 02:57 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I'm not buying one word from Raymond's lying mouth. I believe earlier on you said that there would be no redemption for Raymond, so everything he said and did in this chapter just came off as manipulations to me. After everything he has been through, after everything he has been told he still doesn't regret anything and he is still trying to control everyone. I won't believe that anything Raymond says or does is in anyone's best interest until he comes and talks to them directly instead using some backhanded method. I just hope when this all blows up (and I have a feeling it will) that Ophelia and the baby aren't hurt too badly.

So happy things are going great for Bennie. He has his woman who is as patient and honest with him as he is with her. And he his best friend isn't a jerk about his relationship. 

Great job, Brenda. Please update soon.



Author's Response:

No, there's no redemption for Raymond, but his sickness has changed him.  He's not the man he once was.  He's weaker and he's also a little afraid of Ophelia.  He's still a manipulator, which is what I meant when I said no redemption for him, but at the same time, Ophelia has more control over him than she's ever had before.

I know a lot of people didn't want those two together, but in my mind, they both are sick.  Abigail's declaration made Raymond realize that even though Ophelia is off in the head, that he's the cause of it and he feels responsible.  He's not going to leave her under any circumstances especially now that there's another baby involved.  He is just trying to stay one step ahead of her.

There will be more on Bennie and less on Raymond and Ophelia in future chapters.  

Thanks for the review.

Reviewer: Anonymous Anonymous starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 02:20 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I knew there was a reason why I haven't felt any sympathy for Raymond: he still has no regrets for what he's done. He is still trying to control and manipulate everyone. He is saying all of the right things, but it just doesn't ring true to me. I don't even know if I believe his story about Margie. Something tells me there is more to that story than Raymond is letting on. I think he is only worried about his own best interests. I fear for the poor baby that is being thrown into the middle of this situation. Thank God Ophelia and little Justice have Bennie (and his parents) looking out for them. 

Bennie and Keisha are too adorable for words. I love how they are taking their time to learn from and teach each other. 

Thank you for the great update Breanda, I can't wait for the next one.

Reviewer: SuperStar2577 Anonymous starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 01:59 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I love Bennie and Keisha together. that scene was so sweet. When they finally make sweet love it will be explosive. They are just too cute. I'm not sure what to think about Ophelia and Raymond. While I wasn't a big fan of her face raping him, I still can't get past that he slept with an eleven year old. I guess as long as he's telling the truth to Ophelia maybe he has changed although I'm still giving him side eye. I've said it before but Ophelia is mentally unwell so I don't blame her carrying this fantasy in her head, having seen victims of sexual abuse before, they all cope with the trauma in different ways and this is Ophelia's coping mechanism. And by no means is she stupid, dumb or ignorant. She was a child and in many ways, mentally she still is. I think people like her deserve compassion. I really hope Bennie/Teddy and her can have a proper talk and reunite and have a loving relationship again.

As for Margie, she got off far too lightly. Please tell me there's some payback coming her way. If Raymond if telling the truth, she's a piece of dog crap. Margie please get lost in the middle of a cyclone. 

Another fantastic update!! I can't get enough of this story, whenever I see an update I squeal like a kid. LOL



Author's Response:

Raymond knows that Ophelia isn't mentally stable and he's treading lightly.  He's still not 100percent himself and he doesn't want to get on her bad side.  He's a little afraid of her.  LOL   As for Margie, we haven't heard the last of her.  More is coming!

Reviewer: Happy2bNappy Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 01:14 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I am so disgusted Ophelia and Raymond make my teeth itch!  Ophelia is dumb as hell and Raymond can play her like a stratavarious.  Bennie doesn't trust Raymond as far as he could throw him.  So good Brenda!!



Author's Response:

Ophelia is living out her fantasy and Raymond is scared of her especially since he's still sick himself.  LOL He's trying to stay one step ahead of her.  More is coming.

Reviewer: pmgayles Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 01:06 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

Young love and first love is a beautiful thing. 

Reviewer: 1nadali Signed starstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 07 2013 12:30 am

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

I'm glad Bennie is watching Raymond. That old dog is still trying to control people. I hoping baby Justice will soften him up.

Author's Response:

LOL  Yes Bennie is watching him.  More is coming!

Reviewer: juno Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 11:34 pm

Title: Chapter 9 Turning the Tables

Love the cast pictures! You fight them very well with there characters! Well Raymond is back! He better take care of Opheila and baby Justice or Bennie is going to get him. Margie man she is the worst mother ever! She was just out for herself and her next high! So glad Kevin is down with the swirl. Keisha and Beenie sure are heating things up! Bennie better watch Keisha dont want no minute man and she doesnt mind telling him so! Just love Keisha's character. Thank you for another great update you rock!



Author's Response:

Thanks!  LOL at Bennie and Keisha.  No she doesn't want a one minute man so Bennie better step up his game!  More is coming.

Reviewer: Cali2mt406 Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 11:32 pm

Title: Chapter 1 Facing Facts

Raymond, the perv, had better be on the up and up with O.  Never mind Bennie coming afer him, O will take him out.  Raymond already know O has one fot over the cliff.  Glad to see Bennie finally making his move on Keisha and his friend Kevin is a hoot.

Reviewer: penelope Anonymous [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 10:42 pm

Title: Chapter 7 The Sour Taste of Revenge

WOW!!! Now, that was some real talk! First with Ophelia' s betrayal and now with his friend's girlfriend showing her true colors so to speak! That chapter was powerful! Your words demand a ten! !

Reviewer: KittyOh48 Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 11:46 am

Title: Chapter 8 A Method to the Madness II

I actually feel quite sorry for Ophelia...I knew she had serious psychological issues...but her actions of late prove just how unwell she is..though I can get some sort of perverse pleasure at Raymond being on the receiving end of her craziness...I am however very concerned about their unborn baby...poor kid...she needs professional help ASAP...and it sickens me that selfish Margie not only failed protecting her child...but compounded the problem by not getting her the help she needed and did not turn Raymond's butt into the proper authorities when she found about their "affair"...and Ophelia's resulting pregnancy with Bennie...

Thank goodness for the heartwarming tale of Bennie and his first love, Keisha...they make me smile...after the sordidness of Ophelia and Raymond...it is much needed in this most interesting story...still loving your work, Brenda...can't wait for more...

Reviewer: attheritz Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 06:54 am

Title: Chapter 6 Playing With Fire

That chapter was Fabulous, funny in the right places, serious when it needed to be, and just the right length! 

Reviewer: KittyOh48 Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 06 2013 05:51 am

Title: Chapter 8 A Method to the Madness II

I really don't like how people are talking about Ophelia on here...I don't know why but it's really getting to me (It's like they are judging her, when we don't even know what is going on in this woman's head) I can't .....But I still love your story and your doing a really good job. :)

Reviewer: bebe2pink Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 05 2013 04:01 pm

Title: Chapter 8 A Method to the Madness II

The first part of this chapter had me LOL. I was even starting to feel bad for Raymond. Ophelia has lost her demanding sexton from an incapticated man...pay back is a *B*.

The conversation between Bennie and Keisha's parents didn't start off that well. I felt offended for Bennie when it appear that her family was accepting him because his mother is black.

Raymond is definitely getting his comeuppance. His sister will not even help him. Good for her.

Glad that Bennie talked with his crazy grandmother. How sad that she sold her daughter and grandson out because of drugs. It is amazing how she justified the craziness.
I really enjoy how the relationship between Bennie and Keisha is coming along.

Thanks for a great update.

Author's Response:

LOL at you feeling bad for Raymond.  He is getting some of his own back for sure.  Ophelia is out there, isn't she?  Well more is coming!

Reviewer: Divsionred Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 05 2013 07:02 am

Title: Chapter 8 A Method to the Madness II

ophelia has gone mad!! loved the last part with bennie and keisha! more please...............

Reviewer: brownskingurl Signed starstarstarstarstar [Report This]
Date: June 05 2013 06:09 am



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