Susan W

So, I'm a huge fan of the Fifty Shades Fan Fiction - does anyone know of a couple of great Crossfire Fan fiction stories/authors?  I already want more of Gideva!

 

On April 6, 2016 at 11:25 AM, Nrock said:

Read everyone's thoughts so far - very much in agreement.  Definitely the biggest problem was the way too convoluted and far fetched background provided for poor Monica. Could have been resolved in a much more reasonable way. I have to say it was a shock (made me kind of teary, too). If the author had told us that one of the very inner circle was going to be killed, I would have predicted first Stanton then Cary, then possibly Elizabeth. Monica wouldn't have crossed my mind. Well done Sylvia, I guess sniff sniff.   Big question, though. Why wouldn't Victor have known about Monica's background.  He must have been around the same area if he got her pregnant when she was married to Tramell.  Also the idea of her marrying her sister's rapist to provide care???  And if Victor knew, why did he let Eva think Monica was a sort of self-centered gold digger? Oh, well, it's not my book. 

One other area I hope someone can clarify for me because it has been quite a while since I read the earlier books - that is do we know if Anne Lucas ever knew the truth about what Hugh had done - given that he prepared a false narrative history that Anne had on the thumb drive.  Did she know (we're we ever told) that Gideon's threats precipitated Hugh's suicide?  Obviously her husband knew since he examined Gideon, but did she act the way she did just out of rage for his treatment of her?  Also I doubt whether the tapes of her sessions with Hall would ever have been admissible in a case against her, unless the rules for a civil or malpractice suit are different. But I certainly am no expert in that area. 

I have many other questions I hope other people will be addressing or explaining. Not just to be complaining or criticizing, but because we have all been so invested in the series and particular characters.  So even if we have some criticisms or arguments, kudos to Day for creating such a vivid and engrossing world with so many memorable characters and personalities.  I will miss Angus, Ireland, Clancy, Arash, Monica, and Raul in particular.  And of course Eva and Gideon. 

I agree with your comment, Monica's back story came out of the blue, the time line, the hidden secrets were a little too much to believe.  Yup, I'd like to know more about Anne/Hugh/and Anne's husband.  It just seems that someone knew way more that is written.  And - I ws hoping that Arnoldo and Steven's sister hooked up!

 

On April 6, 2016 at 11:18 AM, eve said:

I couldn't agree more sscrph, but readers have the right to say whatever they want about a book too. Maybe not here?

I'm ok with that too.

 

Isn't that what this is all about, we can say what we are feeling about the book?  Yikes!

I've read a few places there is a TV show being produced - any idea if this will happen? Or the time line to watch for this?

23 hours ago, Stelladeer said:

Would anyone like to hear what Sylvia has to say about the comments on her fan community site (not including amazon or goodreads)?  Would she even consider it?

Its like any other book or TV series that goes on for a while and then they have a final book or final episode.

Look at what happen with Lost and The Soprano's. Didn't see either of them ending they way they did and everyone was upset.

The producers explained but it didn't matter, its what they wanted to do.

I'd love to hear what Sylvia has to say -- I would hope she reads this and humors us a little!

I was an angry fan waiting for this book, but but was worth every word!  I loved the book, and loved the series.  I can't help but feel grief, overwhelmed and empty.  I need a little more closure with the other characters. How will Victor handle working for G - protecting E.  What about Cary?  I agree with early comments of  sscrph and sme - I haven't had time to read the rest, but I need another 1/2 book to tie up the loose ends.