The comments below are from the e-mail response form at ASSTR or Stories on Line or directly from readers. I've done some minor editing of the comments. Each paragraph is from a different reader.
I would definitely like to see more of this story. I think the way you handled Kavan and Katherine's reunion - falling into each other's arms – was unrealistic. If that is all it took, why did she leave, anyway? Also, I would like to learn about the 4 kids weddings, etc, as well as more of this overall excellent story. I liked the overall loving tone of the story, the sex scenes were hot, the plot very good, characterizations excellent. I'm not much for M/M sex, but your presentation of it was well done and did not (to me) detract from the story at all. I suppose it added to the realism of the story as well. I gave this story a rating of GREAT. Thank you!
Like all good stories, it has come to its end. And Oh! what a story.
Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful journey of a loving family. Many, many of your words have come back to me in moments of reflection. What is the measure of a man? Between the two of us, we know. It's caring, forgiving, listening & loving so deeply that it hurts to be apart from your loved one. You have enriched me with a touching story for these past couple of years. I wish you very special blessings upon your life and family.
Truly a well written story (so far). Too many erotic stories are written only to titalate the reader - this one has an inticately woven plot that more than justifies the sexual parts. I enjoyed your use of humor - some of it rather subtle and some of it just about gut busting. You're warped - I like that in a person.
Once more the quality of your writing shines through. I thoroughly enjoyed these last two chapters. Many thanks again.
Thank you for making lovemaking free, fun and good feeling, too, Gil. You are indeed a top writer. I can see myself with S and K, playing and feeling good. Keep it up!
Hurry up with the last two chapters!!!! On second thought, don't hurry - we, your fans don't really want you to botch the ending to this epic novel. Over seven hundred thousand words so far and you're still going - kinda makes the "Energizer Bunny" look like a piker.
How do you do it? Another two outstanding sexual chapters that couldn’t be topped by another current living author. These two chapters as told by Kerry have to be both the funniest and most sexual for young love so far in the story. It this type of writing that makes a reader lust for more and more of an authors works.
Having covered 30 chapters by now, I am continually impressed by the richness of the imagery in the stories and the clarity with which the characters are drawn. A great feature is the switching around of the author between the family characters. Is there actually a female author's perspective in the input to content? If not, you know your women whom the characters are based on, very well. I feel I know these people on first name terms by now & the entire book exudes loving and caring family nurturing and friendships. .... I am constantly drawn back to the characters where I am keen to know their developments & experiences....
This is a great story! I have been reading it and copying each chapter for it seems like forever! I am very anxious to see the end results of what is a wonderful treaty on loving families.
This is superb --- engaging characters; hot sex; enjoyable surroundings. I have the feeling I know these people, that they live next door. (Although if they did, I'd be hanging out the window oogling them, men and women.) Please keep going.
Wow and phew! This has been wonderful. I've just finished several days of reading all 54 chapters and do so want to congratulate you and thank you for your efforts. I'd also like to write a huge tome of analysis and appreciation, but I'm still a bit overwhelmed by it all, so I hope you will forgive me if I leave more detailed (and perhaps insightful) comments until next time. In the meantime I will say it has been unique, touching, warm, captivating ... and I'll admit it made me squirm in a couple of places, but mostly that just added to the poignancy of the whole. Thanks once again, and I'm very much looking forward to the rest of the story unfolding.
I've always really enjoyed your words, "TMOM" is one of the greatest novels ever written and posted at ASSTR....
I think it (TMOM) is one of the best stories I have read on the web. The development of characters is very thorough and I feel I know each of the family members. It was wonderful seeing them grow up and I wish that I could have such a family life. It is a very thoughful story, full of lessons and erotic to boot. Thank you. I always look forward to a new chapter and am never disappointed.
I really enjoy (TMOM). This is one of my favorite stories. I watch for new chapters and read them as soon as they come out. I voted on the story when I caught up to where you had written at the time. I try not to vote until I give story a thorough read. I prefer to wait on a story until it is either complete or has several chapters posted before I start reading. That gives me the chance to be sure that I am not reading something that will be of inconsistent quality. You do not have that trouble. You work is high quality. Your characters are believable. Your relationships are well developed and the sex is good. I couldn't ask for more.
Thanks for a pleasant romp through a special family's linen closet. I thought I was the only one who bathed my kids and let them see me naked! We've enjoyed the story immensely, you have some nice character development and dialogue. If only more parents would realize that sex is not something you do, it's what you are...and then teach their children! Wonderful story, I hope you have another buried in your mind that you might share with us at a future date. Lovingly, A and B (with C standing behind us, giggling.)
And you left us po ole horney fools ah hangin'.. I might add that I have been rereading your story, some chapters for the third time, and I still think It's one of the best stroke stories on the net. It hit all of my hot points, intergenerational sex, incest, bisex, mate swapping/sharing, with truely believable (no 14" cocks able to cum 22 times without stopping and 44DDD tits, etc,etc) and likeable characters that are loving and kind.
Gil - an amazing saga. Please keep up the great work. I have enjoyed getting to know your characters. Thanks Again!!!
Fabulous story. Your development of both plot and characters are to be commended. I have never been moved to send a comment to an author but you changed that.
Gil....I find your stories to be an absolute must! Thank you for your efforts. I am especially appreciative of the way you make your stories flow. You have the knack of keeping everything "gentle" yet powerfully sensous. I become envious of the folks you write about every time I read something of yours. It stirs up a bitter-sweet jealousy within me. They are so real that I wish I could be part of their family. Please keep up the good work. I have each chapter saved in a special file and you can't turn them out fast enough for me!
For what's it worth, you have one reader out here in the netherlands that sincerely hopes you continue with this story. It seems strange that so few people have voted(voted it good, I might add)on your story as compared to the number of downloads. My only criticism, if you can call it that, is that I would like to see the incest go to completion, both between the sibilings and the parents and also same sex.
Started reading last night; and once I started I couldn't stop...was up most of the night. I love the way you tell the story from the different characters perpective. It's great. Please continue and I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the chapters. Thanks.
Your novel is creative, literate and erotic, and you have my thanks for posting it.
An excellent story. Erotic without being vulger
I am reading (TMOM) with great pleasure. Your characters ring true in their initial uncertainty and subsequent mutual learning; they grow in tenderness and consideration for each other. One aspect of the genre which attracts me is the examination of interpersonal relationships, both good and bad. By all means, please continue with the series and, as you have indicated, with the development of the younger characters and their encounters in the wider world. I appreciate your effort and skill and will attempt to respond appropriately.
A thank you for your stories. I and several of my friends look forward to your stories. I fact we often print them out to sit in the sun and read them . I like your style of writing, so easy to read and such a warm loving nonviolent story. My only problem is that I am jealous of their lifestyle.
I didn't start reading this story until recently, but now I'm hooked! Please keep those chapters coming. While it is now not as revolutionary a view as it would have been 40 years ago, it still is an enlightened perspective that will cause people to think about their sexuality and their children's attitudes as they grow up.
Thanks for the entertaining story. I'm giving it a 10 because of character development. Ah but to be a kid in Arial's family!!!
This is the best story I have ever read on ASSTR. I have read it a number of times now each new chapter is like a gift.
Great stuff, keep going, your people are real and you aren't too far fetched in the actions of them- thank you
Came on your story at asstr today and spent the past two hours reading each of the d/l'd chapters. ... The Stuarts have me hooked. Each of us makes an investment in a story such as you have presented. You obviously have invested time, energy and perhaps money to make these characters alive and 3 dimensional for me.
Your saga is great! It's got very well filled out (and filled up) characters. I especially enjoy the kids (in my imagination only). So, please don't give up! Keep on keeping on. There's a Silver Clit Award winner here, for sure!
I am sorry that I have not written to thank you for all the hard work you have obviously put into this story, but I do so now. The style and standard of the writing (and the care you have taken to eliminate most typos) makes for enjoyable reading. The plot puts a loving aspect of incest to the fore and is a real antidote to some of the (IMHO) sick stories around.
Please, please, please continue your story. It will become a classic. Your love of your characters and your skill as a writer show through clearly. You have the writing talent of a ** or other recent greats. For a story to have such a balance between plot, character and sex is rare.
The truth is that (TMOM) is one of the finest pieces of writing I have ever come across, great plot and structure, excellent character development and purely perfect erotic situations and descriptions. It's a terrific concept and deserves to be brought to its conclusion (my anticipation about the "Family Reunion" alone are enough to drive me nuts if you don't get it done!).
You must take some comfort that your fine work is greatly appreciated by this reader (and his wife) who trust that we are not alone in our respect for your efforts. Please don't give it up!!
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading your story.. all chapters and have looked forward to the chapters appearing. I can also speak for a few other people who also enjoy reading. Your style is easy to read and follow ..in fact the word picture is excellent.