Slow and steady wins the race.  I think one of the reasons I like this story so much is that you haven't set up a big drama and then rushed me through it to wrap it up in a bow.  It is mature and seems thought out.  Good job.  Looking forward to the next chapter.

First it must be said that I strongly admire your dedication to your fanfic. There're few authors posting new updates so regularly and often. Then, the story is one of the slowest progressing ones as well. (I was going to write "filler" before I read your AN.) There's much in there that could be edited out for both improving the story's natural flow and ensuring the reader's interest. I agree Edward and Bella are far from any lemons to come, but the plot has almost disappeared at this point, or so it seems.

Also, Edward's character is almost exactly like Bella's (i.e. too girly). They react the same way, think (mostly) the same way... The only difference is that Edward is angrier and uses expletives. What I'm trying to say is that you have (perhaps naturally) approached his situation and problems as a sensitive female, and I could very well imagine you as your comforting Bella. The problem is that I could imagine you as Edward just as easily...

Another pet peeve of mine is your constant use of "deep down". It's not a great expression in the first place, since it's too much of a shortcut for my tastes, but you have used it exactly 56 times in this story. And yes, I checked.

I have enjoyed your Loner greatly - or at least the first half of it. If your style stays the same I'll propably skim later chapters, too. Though I'll keep hoping for some changes...

Author's Response: I know I can't please everyone, and to be honest, I'm not trying to. I just want to tell my story the way I want it to be told. I know what I want with it, and I'm sticking to it. I won't change anything about my writing style, and if that makes me lose readers, well, it makes me sad, but I will just have to live with it. I knew from the start that this fic wouldn't be for everyone. As for my use of the expression 'deep down', there will most likely be more (feel free to keep counting), even though I could try to keep it down a bit. Didn't realize it would bother people so much. That said, I thank you for your honesty, and for sticking with my story so far.

I haven't read any of the reviews and I am surprised people have been asking for lemons - are they following this story?  The last thing Edward needs is to force a physical relationship, it would finish him and them as a couple.  I would hate something so clearly outside the realms of reality for this story at the moment.  He is clearly about to have another set back, and therapy has not got to any positive place for him yet, so I'm glad you are sticking with what is right for the story.  I have followed your story from the beginning and it would break my heart if it didn't stay true to itself after all this work and time.  Love your writing, thanks for the story

I so hope that they can work it out.

I wanted to give you some encouragement.  I've NEVER thought any of the chapters were fillers - - they all seem to have a point towards the storyline IMHO.  The story is unfolding slowly, but that's ok with me - - it just means I get to enjoy it longer and its more fully developed and richer.  Its a very original and well written story!

As far as lemons go - come on folks!!  Totally inappropriate here!!  Edward is not even close to being there.  He HAS to deal with his past before he can comfortably go there.  And when (and if) it happens then its going to be a beautiful thing.  But not until its time!!

Thanks again for a touching &  wonderfully written story!!!

great chapter. i'm glad edward is trying to start the healing process. i believe good things will come from him realizing that talking and trying to open up will help him in the long run.

Hmmm, I don't know if Edward's attitude for those sessions is that good :p

love your story :)

I don't care how long this story is.  It can't be sunshine and roses for Edward overnight.  That would be avoidance in it's highest form if that happened.  There's so much he has to work through, but he has to face the memories head on first in order to heal.  And given his gross abuse, I am sure even when he's older and has a better handle on himself, there will be the stray thought or memory that he will have to deal with.  He needs the tools now so that he can deal with those kinds of moments.  The poor guy can't even get an erection without seeing it as some form of punishment.  I absolutely don't want to see a lemon because it would not be true to this story.  Edward is not emotionally capable of that type of intimacy right now anyway.  With respect to this chapter, Edward wants so hard to be normal, but he can't do that by skimming over the memories of the pain of his past.

People really want lemons? seriously? I think that would be awkward &  maybe eve a little traumatizing. If you ever get to that point in my opinion it should just be suggested not described

I just love this story. I can't wait till each chapter is posted. I have been reading many fan-fics but this is my first one I have reviewed. Keep up the good work.

I'm glad that Edward is more social with Emmett & Rosalie! I hope he doesn't freak over Jake's kisses!

Yeah, that was way better than I expected because it was more realistic than I expected.  Even ideally with him feeling better about Bella being there, he's not going to just make leaps and bounds because of her presence.  He's still got to fight the same demons. 

I appreciate you keeping within the parameters of the characters of the story and not introducing lemons at this point, actually - I love seeing the development of the characters and it's going to make moments between Bella and Edward when they are finally able to be more physical with each other that much better because it will be believable. 

Thank you for the update!  As always, looking forward to the next...

Oh poor Edward....he is trying to be normal but it is only going to explode in his face if he is not careful. Bella will be there for him regardless she has in the past and she will in the future as well.

I worry about him....he needs to get it out. "I'm fine" just doesn't cut it with him. 

About the A/N notes I would think that would be weird for them to do anything sexual at this point. Yes, I cannot wait until they get there.....but I agree with you. I am also glad that you do not do filler chapters. I flove this story and have been reading and following you for awhile. I am not going anywhere.

It updated on this site first, and I just got the e-mail that it updated on FF too. Love it Nilla, no worries here, I will be here until the end.

xx

Teresa