|
| Ratings and Reviews: |
| Number
of Ratings: 9 |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| 1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
| 0% |
11% |
0% |
0% |
11% |
0% |
0% |
11% |
33% |
33% |
|
Weighed
Average (?):  (8/10) |
| Average
Rating: (8/10) |
Highest
Rating:  (10/10) |
Lowest
Rating:  (2/10) |
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
virgingirl
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Aug 13, 2007 |
| |
I really like that it has an actual plot and cohesive story.
I'd actually pay for hard copies if I found this in a bookstore. (10/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
Darling
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Sep 10, 2006 |
| |
I think I've written you before, but it is such a long time ago. I simply don't award a 10, so you'll have to settle for a 9. I've enjoyed your story for a long time, and was thrilled when you added new chapters (though I took my time in getting to the reviewing).
I love the plot and the story, and would wish that you ended the story properly. The only things I will complain about is the story being left hanging and the english in the 2005 chapters not being as good as the english in the earlier story.
However, as I said, I think the society and the interaction is good, I especially love Sharn and his brothers. So please, find it in your heart to round the story off or continue it. (9/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
Ranai
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Jul 26, 2005 |
| |
Oh look, Kaj and her clan are back! :-)
Praise
The plot is full of suspense and imaginative details. The characters are complex enough to be interesting. The social system is not described (yawn yawn), but shown in action (yes!). The power difference is pretty believeable. It is depicted as rooted deeply in the characters' mentality. Also, when challenged, those who hold the power use physical violence to uphold the system of structural violence. Fictional arrangements of power difference where the source of power remains a mystery are puzzling to say the least. Not so in 'Bound And Chained': the characters know that should the mental chains require a reminder, the physical chains are right there at hand.
Complaints sheet
The plot at times seems disjointed, the narrative structure too episodical. Some more farsighted planning ahead of the storyline would help.
While I do have a fetish for physical chains if they are functional, for example to secure a slave to the bed in a moment of false alarm, from my point of view the occasional practice of leading slaves around the house on leashes for purely symbolic purposes makes the characters appear completely silly.
The people in the Bound And Chained (and Dark Love) series spend remarkable amounts of time comforting each other and sorting out their social ties. I would not be averse to trading in most of the manifold variations on the reassurance theme – 'I won't hurt you', 'Please don't hurt him', 'She will not hurt you','Nobody is going to hurt them' etc. – and the on relationship theme – 'You are now my Consort's Lover', 'That's my Childe's Chosen' etc. – for more action; under any of the themes the stories play so well on: suspense, fun, fear, affection, suffering, eroticism, power.
.
Warning: SPOILERS
.
.
.
Now I'll mention which BAC episodes have been my favourites so far. Volume 1. 2 Kaj interviews her new slaves. 5 Jerrick submits to Caytin. 8 Caytin discovers that lying is not a good idea. 9 Death sentence instanta. Kaj spits a few hairs. 10 Mass surrender. 14 Betrothal. 15 Tallin hopes Miri is not short-tempered. Volume 2. 1 Jerrick learns that ethno-prejudices will not be tolerated. 2 Rook stands in front of the door and Kaj gets slapped. Jerrick asks for mercy. 6 Caytin requests revenge opportunity. 10 Trinna shows Dravenastinson whom he belongs to.
As a reader who gets off on F/m, FM/m and M/m pairings alike, I find great delight in this story. Thanks for many pleasurable hours, Roni.
Edited to add:
Beautiful continuation. It’s interesting to see someone drifting to the top again, where in the society depicted in this story she belongs, carried by the currents of reciprocal commitment, her newfound power, and her men’s devotion. (9/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
Ruby
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Jun 2, 2005 |
| |
Welcome back. I hope your back to stay for awhile. I fell in love with your stories long before I had a username on the library.
Suggestions:
1. With so many names and characters with two names,it would be great to have a reference chart. I don't know how you keep them straight. A reference chart for lifemates and soulmates would help as well as a who was whom before they were born again.
2. Edit your stories and get them published. I'd love a refreshed e-book/print version of these tales.
3. Have Jinn update all your story codes as needed.
4. Please, please, please, keep writing.
You've created a wonderful world that is meant to be enjoyed. (8/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
pet10
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Oct 1, 2003 |
| |
Is is no F/M story (2/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
BlackRad!sh
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Jul 21, 2003 |
| |
If this story and it's companion aren't yet published, they should be! It's not often that you find such sweeping, sensual epics! If you could find it in your heart to create more tales like these, you will make this lover of exotic erotica very happy. (10/10)
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
abitbent
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Jan 18, 2003 |
| |
Well the quality of the writing is amazing, however i had a real hard time following the content. It could be a personal preference, but stories that refer to too many characters leaves me lost. Still give this one a read. If you like the shooter bar for a quick fix, rather than an evening of drinking fine wine, this one will take too long to get you excited. :o) (5/10)
|
| |
- Replied by:
VLMarquette
(Edit) (Jan 18, 2003)
- I got bored and decided to take a look at some of those who voted for or against me. Sorry that my material wasn't quiet up to what you were looking for. Unfortunately, I can't please everyone, every time. But I do try. No hard feelings, glad to see that you were comfortable enough in your vote to be honest.
V.L. marquete
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
moonheart
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Jun 4, 2002 |
| |
great storie cant wait to read more (10/10)
|
| |
- Replied by:
VLMarquette
(Edit) (Jan 18, 2003)
- Was taking a bit of down time to see how well my work has gone over. I am very thankful for your vote, but the response was a bit short. I would love to talk with you in a simple chat like mindset.
Ronnie
|
|
|
|
|
| Reviewer:
MzRoze
(Edit) |
Rating: |
Apr 5, 2002 |
| |
This story is wonderful! I love the inherent decency of Kaj and her people. The romance in this story is what draws me.
I think that any Domme, with a rl pet of her own, would find the D/s fantasy world, in this story, very intriguing.
Veronica is, IMO, an extremely gifted author. I am waiting, impatiently *g*, for more of this story about Kaj, Trinna, and their world.
(9/10)
|
| |
- Replied by:
VLMarquette
(Edit) (Jan 18, 2003)
- Why thank you for you thoughtful response. I didn't realize when I started my work, that I would end up moving so many so much. I have been told that r/t dom's could tell that I was a r/t sub, simply be reading my work. But yours has the be the first time I ever seen any real lady's ever to suggest any of my work to others that were such in r/t with pets or subs of their own. Again, thank you so much. Hope that you enjoy the work even more as I go along.
And please, by all means, do not hesitate to drop me a line at any time. My sn address is Sssh Silence@aol.com.
Ronnie
|
|
|
About 