Date: 02/21/11 04:04 am Title: Chapter 7
I really like how you wrote Nick's breakup with Lauren because it wasn't full of drama (or killing her off lol). I found it really bittersweet and touching. It's sad, but sometimes even the best relationships come to that point when you realize that you're not on the same page anymore with what you want out of life...
Also, Nick's joy over losing two pounds just wrenches my heart because I can already tell that it's not healthy weight loss >_<
Author's Response: Thanks! I had to find an easy way to get rid of Lauren, but I wanted to make it realistic and not, like you said, full of drama. I fully support their relationship in real life, but I figured that might be a believable way to end it, if she was looking for more of a commitment and he wasn't.
Date: 02/21/11 03:45 am Title: Chapter 6
Back to my individual chapter reviews! :3 When I read this, I thought--poor Nick! It must suck after getting clean and healthy to experience all these health issues... :(
BTW, I was wondering if you watch House because of the reference to pleural effusion. It's mentioned fairly often on House, but in error because pleural effusion refers to fluid in the membrane surrounding the lungs, while pleural edema is fluid within the lung itself. (I only know this because of Polite Dissent, which does medical reviews of House xD)
Okies, on to the next chapter! :3
Author's Response: Thanks Christine! :) I really appreciate you taking the time to go back and review; it's cool to get your reactions for each chapter. I actually don't watch House... pleural effusion is the right symptom I was going for, but I probably oversimplified the doctor's explanation of it, cause you're right. :)
Date: 02/21/11 03:11 am Title: Chapter 58
Oye vey in a half shell. I can see his mother accusing him of lying & doing this for attention or something. Sad, ain't it? Or she'll show up & pretend to be concern, then casually ask who gets his money if he dies.
UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!!
~Lenni~
Author's Response: LMAO sounds about right! Thanks, Lenni!!!
Date: 02/21/11 02:11 am Title: Chapter 58
Come on Nick, you can do this! ♥ I'm so happy he has the support from all the guys, especially Cary. Thanks for the update!!
Author's Response: Thanks for the review!! :) I'm glad he has the support now too; he's gonna need it.
Date: 02/21/11 01:21 am Title: Chapter 58
Awwww I just wanna hug Nick. he may act like everything's going to be okay but it's scarier for him than anyone else. I also liked that Kevin made poor Cary nervous LOL. Man...now Nick has to tell the Carter Clan, I do not envy him one bit lol.
Loved it DR :)
Author's Response: Thanks DR! :) Yeah, Carter clan next chapter... should be interesting. I don't envy him either LOL. Glad you liked the chapter!
Date: 02/21/11 12:34 am Title: Chapter 58
So glad to see this updated!! :) I'm so glad that Nick and Kevin and Cary were with him at the appointment. That was sad when he mentioned the tour, but Kevin was very right in mentioning both AJ and poor Brian. Guess he's gonna go public soon. And hmmm...looks like we may be seeing the Carter clan soon? Wonder if one will be a match! Thanks for updating!
Author's Response: Thanks Sel!! :) Sorry for taking a couple of weeks; I spent last weekend working on Undead instead of this. It's nice that Nick has some support now, instead of suffering through everything alone. And thank goodness for Kevin talking some sense into him. I think the Carter clan is going to be in the next chapter, so you will soon find out. Thanks again for the review!
Date: 02/21/11 12:33 am Title: Chapter 58
Thanks so much for the update. LOL at the German doctor's name and the "v"s instead of w's.
Author's Response: Thanks so much for the review!! Sorry for leaving you hanging a couple weeks; I spent last weekend working on Song for the Undead instead of this one. Glad you enjoyed the German doctor; he gave me some amusement in this otherwise serious chapter. Did you look up what his name means? :)
Date: 02/13/11 10:34 am Title: Chapter 5
I adored the image of Nick rocking out to Lady Gaga in the back of a taxi cab. I think that if I could ever have one moment with Nick, it would be doing that. ♥
Oh and I totally picked up on the vibes of Nick trying to get Cary to stay over at his place, and it gave me a sick feeling... Then when he took off his shirt, I honestly freaked out and thought he was going to try to jump her or something D: I'm glad it wasn't anything gross like that, but poor Nick! You wrote the first couple of chapters so cleverly because although the clues were in place, I don't think anyone could have guessed that Nick would turn out to have a serious illness.
Author's Response: Thanks! I was really into that song back when I wrote that chapter LOL. That would be fun! I'm glad you caught those same vibes Cary did and jumped to the same conclusion, so her reaction would seem realistic, even though she completely misinterpreted it. I wanted the readers to be just as shocked as her by him dropping that bomb, so I'm glad you didn't guess, even though there may have been a couple of little hints. Thanks again for the review, Christine! :)
Date: 02/12/11 05:37 pm Title: Chapter 57
Let the romance begin! and well hopefully Nick makes the right choice and it turns out ok for him.
Author's Response: Whoo hoo! LOL Thanks, Paula! Hopefully so! :)
Date: 02/11/11 01:18 pm Title: Chapter 4
"He’s prolly got VD!"
This made me burst out laughing. In public. :D I love this little exchange between Cary and Jessica, it just seemed so genuine. In fact, that's what I love about this whole story so far--even though Cary's experience is so extraordinary, you portray it in a way that's perfectly plausible. I have no trouble believing that this might happen in real life even though it's a work of fiction.
Author's Response: LOL thanks!! Poor Nick; after Paris Hilton, he's damaged goods. *shudder* Thank you so much for the comment about it seeming genuine. I really appreciate that because, like you said, the premise really is pretty far-fetched. I'm a stickler for realism, in most cases, so I tried my best to make it seem believable, even if it's kind of ridiculous. I'm glad you could believe it. Again, thanks so much for all your reviews!! If you've read further than this by now, I hope you're still enjoying it! :)
Date: 02/11/11 01:13 pm Title: Chapter 3
Oh right, I forgot to mention this earlier, but I love Cary's pet teacup pig. The whole thing is just so silly and precious~
Author's Response: LOL thanks! I thought she should have a pet, and for some reason, I wanted it to be something quirky and cute like that. I am not a big fan of pigs, but I found a YouTube video of this little pig being trained to sit, and it was soooo adorable. Plus, I just love the name Hambelina. I would get a teacup pig myself just to name it that LOL.
Date: 02/11/11 01:12 pm Title: Chapter 2
So I plowed through quite a few chapters on my Kindle, and you are probably going to be flooded with a dozen reviews as I proceed to tell you all my favorite bits and pieces ♥ (Sorry I just love this story so much haha!)
Two things that I especially enjoyed from this chapter:
"'You need me to prove it or something?' he asked, when I didn’t say anything back right away. He sounded half-irritated, half-amused. Oh God, he so sounded like Nick…"
I have to confess that this passage made my heart beat a little faster. I felt like you got Nick's character down perfectly right off the bat. I guess it made me a little bit swoony~
The other thing I really loved was Nick singing Evergreen and Cary's reaction. Priceless!
Author's Response: Aww, thanks!! I will appreciate each and every review! Glad you're loving it so much! :) I really enjoyed writing that phone conversation. It's easy to see Nick acting that way, playing it cool and being such a tease. He's such a little shit like that. LOL Cary's reaction is pretty much how I think I'd react, except I would probably freak out even more and not be able to say anything. She manages to keep herself a little more composed. Thanks again!!
Date: 02/11/11 01:01 pm Title: Chapter 1
Okay, seriously? SERIOUSLY. You and I need to talk. I wasn't even halfway through the very first chapter when I was already in love with this story.
To start with, your writing is wonderful. The language just flows so smoothly and the attention to detail is superb. As I read, I felt completely grounded in reality, which is a trait that many take for granted when it comes to fanfiction.
We haven't even gotten to Nick yet, and I have no idea what this fic is going to be about yet, but I feel absolutely excited about the story to come. :)
Author's Response: Wow! I did a "WTF?" when I saw all the reviews in my inbox, since I haven't updated in about a week, but I figured someone was reading the story for the first time or playing major catch up. I was so thrilled when I saw your name on the reviews! I appreciate feedback from anyone, but it's always flattering to hear from talented authors whose writing I admire, too. Thank you so much for giving Curtain Call a try, and that's awesome that it hooked you so quickly! Thanks for the compliments about my writing. This one was a challenge for me at the beginning because it's in first person, which I usually don't write, but I think starting from Cary's point of view instead of Nick's was helpful because she is easier for me to write, being a girl and a fan with an otherwise normal life, outside of American Idol. It's easier to get inside her head and incorporate those realistic details. Again, thanks so much!!
Date: 02/08/11 12:21 am Title: Chapter 57
Beautifully written, yet again. I really love how you capture the realness between them and show how it's more than just empty images, there's more than a skeleton of two people in their dynamic.
Author's Response: Aww, thanks, Chanel! I like developing the characters individually, as well as their bond/friendship with each other, before I involve any romance in it. I think it helps the chemistry. I'm glad it seems real to you. Thanks so much for the review and compliments!! :)
Date: 02/07/11 04:28 am Title: Chapter 57
I hope Nick stays in remission for ever & ever. And him & Cary SO have to start dating all ready!
UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Lenni~
Author's Response: Aww.... both good things! Thanks, Lenni!!! :)
