Reviews on "champagne from a paper cup" by wolfnation

• Written by CherryBear on chapter #40. (October 5th 2008, 5pm) Congratulations on finishing! Just out of curiosity, what song/poem/whatever are you quoting at the beginning of the chapter? It sounds cute, whatever it is. I like your metaphor between James and a loose cannon; I'm just a big sucker for literary devices in general, I suppose. I also like the internal battle between Lily's head and Lily's heart. I thought it seemed very fitting for your characterization of her, and it also gave the feeling that falling in love wasn't always smart and whatnot. I like James' submissive-ish side in this too. “Don’t go. Stay. I want you to let me be your boyfriend.” It's almost like he's asking her permission here, asking her to let him be her boyfriend. It's sweet in a way I didn't expect, I suppose you could say. I also enjoyed how Lily noted that something was missing, but then James said I love you and it was like the puzzle was complete and she had no more doubts. I love the last line of this chapter; I think it really sticks in the reader's mind after you finish the story and that's a great effect to have. I just wanted to say that even though I wasn't reading it from the very beginning, I still really enjoyed this story and I think you did an amazing job with it :) If I have time I will definitely start reading your other one. Yours Sincerely, Cherry Bear

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #40. (October 3rd 2008, 5pm) A perfect ending!!! I loved it and can't wait to read your next piece! [;

• Written by lily_james461 on chapter #40. (October 2nd 2008, 12am) NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Okay, having gotten that out, I have to say that I'm happy you ended it where you did. If you'd gone on any longer, it probably wouldn've been too good anymore. No matter how much I love this story/drabble, it's good that you know when to stop. Great last chapter--and last line! Really fantastic ending, and I'm really happy with how it turned out!

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #40. (September 30th 2008, 10pm) uh, duh i'm checking out your other fic. that's not even a question. (: i'm sad to see this end but i did like the way you ended it. it seemed to sum it all up and it really was realistic and sweet. brilliant job on the whole thing. most stories loose my interest after awhile, but this one really kept me going through the whole thing. it really is one of my most fav. L/J fics. it's well written and you can relate easily to it. again, really wonderful and brilliant job. keep writing! blue_jeans

• Written by mystery_spell on chapter #40. (September 30th 2008, 1pm) You are absolutely amazing! It is very rare indeed to encounter a fanfiction writer that cares so much for both her readers and her characters as much as you do. I will miss this fic, but I will certainly be reading your other fics. An amazing end to an amazing story. Perfect. Wonderful. Brilliant. Thank you for this. Author Response: *blush* thankyou! you are too kind. you have been such an amazing supporter throughout this entire fic, i am so glad that you are pleased with the ending (i was most afraid of disappointing my regulars!)i look forward to seeing you around some more :)

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #40. (September 30th 2008, 1pm) Nooooooooo!!! That's it? Author Response: that's all :)

• Written by lily_james461 on chapter #39. (September 29th 2008, 9pm) Oh, how I adore you and your drabbles! Okay, the first time I read the very last line, I didn't quite get it. But then I read your explanation of it, and it all clicked! Yay you! ~lily_james461 Author Response: thankyou!

• Written by Lollipopl347 on chapter #39. (September 29th 2008, 7pm) Hi, I like your story a lot and it's always exciting when you update. :) Just one thing though: you shouldn't feel like you have to explain each and every chapter at the end. Let your story-your words-do the explaining. It will make everything much more cohesive, and give the story more depth. Author Response: i'll be honest. i'm always torn. usually i try not to leave a note, but then i get massive backlash with people not understanding why things happened... i honestly prefer not to explain to much as i believe it's up to the reader to interperate, but what can ya do... you win some you lose some.thanks for your feedback :)

• Written by CherryBear on chapter #39. (September 28th 2008, 9pm) I think you make perfect sense (: I really like your characterization, and I'm not sure if I've said that before but I do. In this chapter James being insecure really made me kind of smile, because that IS realistic, so realistic that it's kind of scary. It's really easy to imagine him being like that, but not a lot of people write about it because nobody seems to think that James could be insecure simply because he has the air of arrogance. Truthfully, I think you portrayed him very well in here and I like how Lily tells him that she knows exactly how he is, how he really is, because she really does I think. The best thing about their relationship, I believe, is that Lily saw the worst in James before she saw the best in him, so that when they're in a relationship she's already seen what he can be like at his worst and that's a really important piece of the puzzle, right? I'm a really big fan of people portraying Gryffindors as scared, also. A lot of authors seem to believe that to be a Gryffindor is to never been scared, but I really don't think that's it at all. I think to be a Gryffindor means you have fears just like anyone else does, but you know how to overcome those fears. James admitting he's scared in this chapter is truly heart-wrenching and a very brilliant insight into his character. Okay, I'm done complimenting you now (teehee). Yours Sincerely, Cherry Bear Author Response: yes! thankyou! you really GOT where i was coming from (i think you explained it better than i managed to do in my notes ;P) i squeed when i read your review... lots of people are questioning why ive done certain things but the fact you really get it puts a smile on my face :)

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #39. (September 27th 2008, 8pm) I'm loving the story so far. Definietly one of my favorites. You express a lot in such a short space in a powerful way. -standing ovation- The only thing that made me raise an eyebrow was your author's note. She knows he's flawed but all this newfound insecurity is pissing her off because part of what makes him, him is his confidence. This doesn't make much sense to me, because everyone has their insecurities, their lapses in confidence, even James Potter. I can understand why Lily could be irritated, but James was obviously just trying to bare his soul. REJECTION!? Author Response: thanks for your praise :) in regards to the authors notes, i probably didn't word it very well... i think cherrybear (above reviewer) said it best - she's seen him at his worse, and now theyre finally getting somewhere he's sort of losing his confidence which is what's pissing her off... (i don't know if that's making anymore sense...)nonetheless, there's a reason for all of this.. just hold on!

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #39. (September 27th 2008, 12am) oh YES! you're not following the guide that everyone follows for some reason! you've taken a step, a chance at something only completely different! i'm proud of you. lol. this wasn't what i expected and i LOVE it. it's freshing and different. you're taking a different look at these charactors and... i feel there energy. it's really amazing!! absolutley brilliant. you're making these charactors REAL. they have personailties, they understand each other like real people - in a way that author's miss. am i making any sense? i just love it. it's brilliant. update soon! i can't wait - like always. (: blue_jeans

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #39. (September 26th 2008, 8pm) !!!! Excellent! Bravo! I think this was definitely a great bit!

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #38. (September 26th 2008, 8pm) Awwe, she wasn't running circles! She gave him the open, saying 'if you want it to be'!! Author Response: i think what she says can go both ways ;) it was a very 50/50 - let's play it safe response.

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #37. (September 26th 2008, 8pm) i could never get bored! [; I love this! And I loved the way you wrote this, very insightful. Author Response: thankyou! glad you are still enjoying it, i immensely adore your support :)

• Written by mystery_spell on chapter #39. (September 26th 2008, 7pm) One thing, the last sentence what Lily says is not grammatically correct. Either: "I know exactly how you are..." or "I know exactly what you are like..." But adding the like to the end of what you have doesn't make sense. That's all though. Beautifully written, as always. I really hope James loses his insecurity soon! Author Response: thanks for catching that! (i've been meaning to fix it since i read your comment... but i just havent had time to get around to it...)oh he's about 50% of the way this chapter already ;)

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #38. (September 25th 2008, 1am) That last line reminded me of Lust or Love by sarinileni. If you're not familiar with it, "Stay" was also in one of those monumental moments in their relationship. And sarinileni is a great writer, so it's a compliment that this was slightly reminiscent of her work. :] Author Response: thankyou! i have read lust or love (albeit a very very very long time ago!) but that is a massive compliment, so thankyou!

• Written by lily_james461 on chapter #38. (September 24th 2008, 9pm) I feel like he's saying "Stay, Fido, stay!" Hahaha! Anyway, another great but confusing chapter. I just can't believe their basically running in circles! Love is never easy... Author Response: hahaha if they didn't run around in circles, we would have ended 20 chapters ago! ahhh young love

• Written by mystery_spell on chapter #38. (September 24th 2008, 9pm) Very nice addition. :) Author Response: thankyou :)

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #38. (September 24th 2008, 8pm) oh i love it!!! (: this has GOT to be my fav. it's so real and something james would do - something an actaul person would do. his thoughts we impuslive, to where it's like he didn't think through all of it but enough to know what he should do... does that make any sense? oh i just love it. lol. update soon!!!!!! blue)jeans Author Response: yes it makes sense!thankyou!

• Written by Anonymous on chapter #37. (September 24th 2008, 2am) i really like that you went for this. some author's would be hesitant to show the side of a charactor like this and i clap for you. it was a nice move. their relationship is real - i like that. your showing all the sides, edges, and ugly interds and i love it. it's giving a lot to this piece. so, A+ like usual. it's lovely and well written. and, it's left me begging for more. ;) update soon! i CANNOT wait to see what happens next. it's always a pleasant surprise. blue_jeans Author Response: i must say thankyou for your loyalty as a reader! you've always trusted me with what i've written - and the few times you have spoken up about your dislike of a chapter, I have agreed with you. Your support throughout this so far has been one of the reasons why this story is where it it. so thankyou!

• Written by mystery_spell on chapter #37. (September 23rd 2008, 9pm) Beautifully written, which isn't a surprise at all since all your pieces are incredibly well-written. :) I admire your consistency in staying true to the characters and how you even explain to the readers the reasons for you showing the characters the way you wrote them. You are an amazing writer, and I will be truly sorry to see this story end. However, I am excited to see how it will end, and I hope that you will continue to write more Lily/James fics. :) Author Response: Thankyou for your support! like I have said to BJ (above) your feedback as also played a large part in the way this story has turned out. I always look forward to reading your comments when i upload :)

• Written by lily_james461 on chapter #37. (September 23rd 2008, 8pm) Awww, I feel so badly for her! I REALLY want them to get back together, but I'll be using the same thing in my fic. They just have issues, like every couple, and they won't be instantly together forever. I'm very happy you put that in this story!!! Author Response: when was love ever easy, right? ;)

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #36. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) I don't want it to end! I love it! Can't wait for more! Author Response: oh my god! i opened my email and all these reviews! thankyou thankyou thankyou! (i was wondering where you went! i thought you got bored and left :(

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #35. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) oh that's heartwrenching!

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #34. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) ;[ that breaks my heart, too

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #33. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) I love the way you characterize them! It's magical [;

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #32. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) -glees!- Oh I love this so! You have such a way with short pieces!

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #31. (September 21st 2008, 7pm) awwwwwwwwwwwwe, that's cute! I lovelove it [;

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #30. (September 21st 2008, 6pm) that's so darling!! I love it, and I'm so excited it's not over yet!

• Written by vodkaholic on chapter #29. (September 21st 2008, 6pm) i agree, I think they balanced eachother out, too. And I think you should write some more THEN end it with a bang! [;