I think you handled Bella finding out very well.  I have been wondering how she would find out.  I didn't think it would be in your Edward's character to tell her.  I knew she would have to figure it out.
I am loving this story and look forward to the updates.  Some of it is hard to read, but I think you are handling the subject matter tastefully.

how original caralyst for this eye-opener(is that a word?)

i felt it.

i really, really did.

i don't really understand why he can't sleep with her....

I have spent the last five hours reading your story, and I have to say it is amazing. I was hesitant at first because of the dark subject matter, but as I started getting deeper and deeper into the story I realized your Edward is a lot like me. I had a simaler expereance as a child, and in my first year of middle school I started shuting people out, brushing off the few friends I had, and blaming myself for what had happened. It was so confusing for me because, like Edward, I thought I deserved it.

I can't wait until your next update, but please promise me it'll have a happy ending? :)

I'm so glad it's out. Can't wait for more meadow!!

I need another box of tisues  *sigh great stroy keep up the good work :)

HEARTBREAKING... I could literally see the cogs working in Bella's head. I was screaming out for him. I felt his pain and wanted to comfort him. I was so moved by the way Bella empathized with him and never backed away. She was there to let him know she wanted to be there FOR HIM.

I had to take a few deep breaths and think about this chapter. You're right, it was unexpected. Loads more progress than I expected. Now Bella knows exactly what Edward is dealing with.  But he didn't run, that's good isn't it? We always knew Bella was not going to be the one to leave. But this new development may prove to be an issue, Edward is right about that.

really, really good chapter; you shouldn't have been nervous about it.
good work!

I think you did a great job on this chapter and I didn't evpect for Bella to find out about it like that but it worked so weel for your story. You handled this chapter so well especially considering the sentive matter. I'm hoping that things work out for Bella and Edward and that he finally lets her in completely. Can't wait for the next chapter xx

AMAZING CHAPTER. I figured that she would have to figure out what happened to him because he would never out right tell him what happened to him in the past. I also have to tell you that it was monumental how the chapter ended with her hugging him. That was much more powerful than any words she could have spoken. Words mean nothing and she is proving to him that she genuinely cares and will not just leave him like he thinks she will. I cant wait to see what will happen in the next chapter. I think Bella is definitely proving herself worthing of being able to handle Edward and all his burdens. I really love this story. I don't know why you were so nervous about this chapter it was phenomenal!!! Great job. Can't wait for the next update!! 

Way to go Bella. She is good for him. He needs lots of hugs!
Thanks for the chapter, Nancy