“If you don’t stick to your values when they’re being tested, they’re not values: they’re hobbies.”
~Jon Stewart
Can two people overcome the incredible darkness that seems to hover over their lives, to find the goodness and love that live in each other? Can they be each other’s sunshine after the storm?
Wow! This is intense. And there are no easy answers. I'm interested in reading how they work through this. You're doing a fine job with this story.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed
Just read the last few chapters and alls I can say is DAMN!!! You are really penning an engrossing tale.
Caleb and Maya have similar issues in their lives. They both have siblings that are TOXIC. Jasmine hates Maya. Reed, I'm not so sure, but he does not have his little brother's best interest at heart.
I knew it was going to be Jasmine at the party. She did this deliberately, all to be able to rub Maya's nose in it that she screwed her sister's fiancee. I'm sorry, but I would be done after this, well, AFTER I. beat. that. ass. Maya is too nice for her own good. She needs to cut Jasmine loose. Just because someone is FAMILY doesn't mean you have to be around them and take the crap they dish out.
At least Caleb seems to have an inkling that being around Reed might not be good for him. But will he be able to distance himself? Either you'll pull him or he'll pull you.
This is such a good story and you're doing an excellent job of drawing us into the lives of these characters.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed A one night stand that doesn't necessarily end in disaster but certainly starts out that way.
OMgee!!! This was so good. I'll have to mention this to my besties since it fits in with our recent very PUBLIC "butt nekkid" discussion!
Too funny...
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed 
OMG!!! This family is fantastically dysfunctional!!!
The are dysfunctional and it gets worse; but it is also what will be their saving grace.
I just want everyone to love/hate them as much as me.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed “She hit me,” she whined.
“I bet that brought your ass back to earth,” Allysia said with a grin before going after Regan.
It's about time somebody knock the hell outta that druggie. This chapter had me rolling. Alice has gone through the looking glass. Now the question is, will they change her or will she change them. I think I would run as fast as I could from these insane asylum inhabitants.
I think TJ is simply hilarious.
I don't know if I trust Allysia. Does she have a thing for Ian? I would say there's something off about her, but I could say that about the whole damn family. Wonder if they could get a group rate for therapy. :)
Ian is something else. But he may have met his match when it comes to Regan. His sexual appetite is astounding. Wonder if Regan can resist his full court press.
And what's with that about Rea not hanging on long enough to see Regan being Ian's fault. Was it truly an accident? I noticed Ian hesitated on that word.
This is a real interesting and well written story.
Girl you don't miss a thing! (Big Smile)
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed 
It's been six months since Reese Davies had a decent date and even longer since her toes curled and her eyes rolled in the back of her head. Desperate times call for desperate measures and she accepts a last ditch effort from her brother and her best friend for a new strategic partnership. Love match or total disaster?
You did a fine job with this story and I'm looking forward to the next in the series. Lex's sister is priceless.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Oh yeah, Lex brought the Alpha in all of his magnificence.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed nice advice, Xavier. A tinge jealous?
A tiny...tiny...tinge...maybe :)
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed "Keep the flatulence to a minimum...you get gassy when you're nervous'
Oh my! This cracked me the hell up. He gets gassy, Reese drinks too much and pukes. They're a match made in heaven. This date should be quite "eventful". hee
I think so too. I'm glad you're cracking up and enjoying this story. Thank you so much for reading.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed This was very sensual. And funny as hell. I just shook my head at poor Reese. At least they made it thru alive. I had my doubts.
Loved the update. The date was perfection.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed I howled when he let one rip. Poor baby.
Girl, you brought out the big guns, Dinah Washington! Go on wit yo bad self.
Dinah is the true grown and sexy music. That's how you know things are about to get real.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Joy ain't no joke. She's a true friend.
I laughed out loud reading this chapter. Very refreshing. Witty dialogue. Likable characters. I'm going to enjoy this.
Thanks so much. What a wonderful compliment. Glad you're liking the story so far.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Oh my!!! She puked!!! Too funny. He definitely won't forget her. hee
I don't think he's going to forget her anytime soon. Thanks for reading :)
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed 
Tabby and Jace met for the first time at a family member's wedding and decided to take advantage of the company and island scenery. What they didn't expect is that their paths have crossed before. It's funny how the past can come full circle.
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Full Bloom © 2011 by C.E. Givens (Elizablu)
ah right!!! CoCo, CoCo, CoCo, smh. I love her. She is a trip.
I can't wait for the next chapter and see the tag team of Tabby and CoCo. I just hope that Tabby doesn't blame Jace. And what will CoCo do when she finds out about that Aunt of hers? There's some ass whuppins a coming.
CoCo as always is a riot and a half (luv her!!) In the next my girls go Gutta. They show their ass. So glad that you dig it!! Thanks.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed HAPPY B'DAY!!!
So, Ginger makes me bite a hole in my jaw. I'm itching to get my hands on that one. She and Aunt Loose Booty need to be stomped in the ground. *can't believe I'm so violent on a Sunday morning*
Jace and Tabby... wow... they're intense. :)
CocoBean's sensibilites are funny, since somehow I think she and Mal Jr will put Jace and Tabby to shame. Pot meet kettle. hee
Love this story, chica.
Thank you so much!! Ginger makes my skin itch whenever I write her. Jace and Tabby intense...very intense. Now CoCo and Mal when their time to shine comes....Whoah!!Hey Now!! I can't wait to get to their story.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed
I'm glad that Mal knows a little more about his CoCoBean. Interesting that CoCo warned Unc about leaving Mal alone.
Jace and Tabby, one word, steamy. Jace got baby making rhythm.
And finally, Ginge will pay for all of her misdeeds. I want her in prison with a steady stream of "partners".
Mal most definitely showed up at the right time to hear a little about CoCo's womb carrier (Cayenne). Now it has perked his interest in her about 10 fold and he will be doing some digging of his own. About CoCo warning Darren to stay away from Mal...I was kinda of iffy about keeping that scene there, because I didn't want it to seem like CoCo has forgiven Mal for sleeping with ALB...which she hasn't!! But now that Jace and Tabby are making some strides in their relationship...CoCo in her mind sees Jace and Mal as her brother'n'laws. Oh Yes Ginger is getting her just dues...HA!! That is not the end of it.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed CoCobean... smdh... that girl is a mess.. my fav.
She is my fav also!! You either love her or hate her....Thanks for reading!!!
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed That loose Aunt is a straight ho. I really like CoCo and Mal Jr. I mean really. The cat and mouse vibe is extremely interesting. I hope CocoBean takes it to the Aunt like it's never been done before.
Come on now...she wouldn't be CoCo if she didn't!! Thanks.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Thank you Jace! Durbin don't know Mal like that. He's in for a rude awakening. Wonder who his "source" is. ALB?
It looks like Jace will get some action now, lol. Durbin will need to tread lightly. Thanks for reading!
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Yeah, that Ginger need her ass beat and beat good. Too bad the cop came along. CoCo could've carved that heffa up and spread her parts in the woods to feed the animals. Ginger really needs to pay for what she's done. Poor Oleo.
Mal ain't the one to f with at all. It's now time for ALB to get her ass kicked. Don't care if it's Mal or CoCo, or they tag team her ass.
You do not mess with CoCobean and her sisters. everybody went crazy.
EXCELLENT!
Ginger got it good, right! Coco was just about the get her,too. thanks for reading!
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed
I must've lost my mind. I thought I had reviewed this story. Oh well, I'm here now and loving the hell out of this tale. You've had be cracking up. Enjoying Jace and Tabby. And I really like CoCo.
So Tabby's appetite has changed? hmmmm. could she be preggers?
This is a very entertaining and addictive story. Well done, Chica.
Thanks! Glad u enjoyed!!
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed that red-head bitch sounds dangerous. This is intriguing.
Thanks
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Enjoyed this immensely.
Drooling over the prospect of Mal and CoCobean's story. Bring it.
THank u kindly! And thanks for reading!!
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed Vincent Leonardo Battaglia the Fifth is a misunderstood person in just about every facet of his life. His family's name precedes him, gaining him automatic respect everywhere he goes. But with that respect comes a fear and assumed lifestyle he does not back up. Not fully anyway. When he meets Eden Jackson, he wants nothing more than to make her apart of his world, but disaster seems to loom at every corner he tries to take her around. But if there's one trait Vinny definitely has from his family, it's their determination. Even if Eden is fronting like she hates him from the day he was born.
You've got two strong couples there. I love them both. David is so intense and I'm digging him and Kersia. I hope they can make it work.
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed ummm. Just where is Teddy, Jr? and does he have anything to do with Sal?
Reviewer: BellaChica Signed