Interesting story so far. I'm intrigued as to what's happened to Bella and what it is that the Cullens seem to 'understand' about her.

Ah, poor Jasper. He takes everything to heart just as Bella does, and I hope she eventually finds a way to help him alleviate his guilt over the birthday fiasco. Well-written chapter - it's nice to get a glimpse into the mind of Carlisle. He was so short-changed in the books we never really got a chance to know him.

Great chapter. It was nice to see Esme so involved right from the beginning and that Bella is making an effort at coming back on her own.

I'm glad to see that Charlie relented and is letting Bella live with the Cullens, and I'm looking forward to seeing how she interacts with the rest of the family when they arrive.

Fantastic chapter and definitely worth the wait. It allowed us a glimpse into the vulnerability within both Jasper and Bella, and the trust they're building between them that will see them through the tough times ahead. Your lemons were written with an eloquence that truly did them justice, and I enjoyed how you so skillfully wove everything else in between their more intimate moments. 

I love seeing characters in a story portrayed so realistically in a way that allows you to identify with them, and I'm certainly loving your Jasper and Bella. You have a true gift for writing, and I'm very glad I stumbled upon this story and have the privilege of taking this journey with you.  

Great first meeting between them, their reactions to touching each other remind me of what imprinting for the wolves is supposed to be like. It would be a great way for 'destined mates' to find each other, vampire-style.

One thing, the story is wonderfully written so far, but the flow would work better if the words of different characters weren't put into the same paragraphs. Separating them by spacing makes it easier to figure out who is saying what without having to re-read a time or two.

Great chapter. I love the way Jasper instinctively 'gets' Bella, it makes so much sense considering his gift that he'd be very perceptive in that way. It's also nice to see that Bella wasn't emotionally destroyed over Edward's stupidity. I always felt she got a bad rap with that, that her inner strength was underestimated, and it's nice to see a story where she's not a hot emotional mess for years over it.

Another great chapter. I'm really liking the whole 'peaceful feeling' thing, and the way they're so unsure of each other is just adorable. It's no surprise Jasper figured out so quickly that it helps him in helping Bella, and it's good to see that he's not afraid to use it. Jasper may be a tad bit idealized, but damn, I'd take one of him for my own any day.

I loved the lead-up into their first kiss, it was definitely Bella's style and made me laugh. Jasper seems to have found the perfect balance between respecting her independence and helping her, and it's nice to see Bella starting to deal with her abandonment issues.

I always felt she let the Cullens off far too easily for their abandonment of her, regardless of Edward's issues. They had minds of their own and could have chosen to do the right thing, instead of the easy one. While I'd love to see her end up as part of the family again in this story, I'm also hoping that if it happens, she makes sure they understand exactly what kind of emotional pain and consequences their actions toward her caused. She wasn't the only one who had some growing to do.

Great chapter, and I love how Bella stood up to Rosalie without batting an eye. Emmett's just adorable, it's hard to stay angry with him, and the cereal was cute as hell. Onward I go, while my vacuum sits alone in its closet pouting because I'm still ignoring it in favor of this story.

Nothing like a romantic getaway before the fan gets dirty. Great chapter, all the little sub-plots have my interest peaked and my imagination working overtime, which is the mark of a really good story. I was lucky enough to be able to read these first twelve chapters in one sitting, and now I'm pouting as badly as the vacuum because I have to wait for the next one to be posted.

Ah well, such is life. I can't wait to see what happens next and I'll be back with bells on when chapter thirteen makes it debut.

Fantastic chapter. I love the way Bella responded to Jasper's vulnerability and weakness in the hospital, looking beyond her own pain to ease his. The way he allowed himself to lean on her showed such growth for him, while strengthening the bond between them and taking it to a new level. The meeting with Carlisle and Esme was perfect, and Bella's reactions were both realistic and poignant, giving them both a glimpse into just how deeply they hurt her by leaving in such a heartless way. I can't wait to see what happens as the story progresses and they attempt to rebuild the relationship with Bella that they so carelessly threw away. I'm also loving seeing Peter introduced, and it's great how he already sees Bella as his little sister.

You can never go wrong when Peter and Jasper are together, no matter the situation. Throw in a fiesty little Bella and anything's possible.

I love Peter's sense of humour and how he's drawing Bella's out in response to it. Having Jasper's love could bring her 80% of the way back to life, but to truly heal from the past she needs others in her life as well, others she's willing to open her heart to, and Peter is certainly filling that need. I'm sure that Charlotte will help quite a bit as well. 

It was uplifting to see that she didn't cave into the Cullens, leaving the possibility open for more interaction in the future without offering complete forgiveness that they haven't yet earned from her. It will do them good to have to work for her love once more, since they so carelessly threw it away the first time around.

I'm so glad Andy finally saw the light thanks to grandma, Bella would have been heartbroken had he continued to refuse help. It would have been a victory for K2 even if they were utterly destroyed by the guys, and I would have hated to see that happen. As I stated in an earlier review, I'm so looking forward to watching them get what they deserve after all the harm they've caused. 

Bella using Charlotte against Peter was hilarious and I had no trouble picturing that phone conversation in my head. Poor Peter, I think he seriously underestimates Bella's 'ruthless/stubborn' streak at times, and it's great to see her holding her own against him without the million and one blushes she would have been betrayed by in the past. Bella with a backbone is awesome.

I always loved the contradictions in Jasper's personality. One moment he's the Major in all his glory, and the next he's the perfect mate, showing the sweet, loving side of his heart by going out of his way to get back pieces of Bella's past for her. It filled in another missing piece of her heart while offering him the opportunity to get to know her better.

Great way to end the chapter. Jasper's so damn sexy when he's Dominant. I even caught my husband reading over my shoulder. *grin*

Wonderful resolution to the Bella/Emmet situation - he's such a sweetheart, I don't think anyone could stay angry with him for too long. I'd love to see him and Rosalie join the 'Whitlocks' full time, the hilarity that would ensue would be epic. 

Mama Josie was great, such a character! I love the trust Jasper has for Bella, just following her lead at times without worrying or over-thinking things. And I so agree with Jasper that Bella needs to get totally drunk once before he changes her. That night would go down in infamy between her and Peter and the trouble they could get into.

P.S.: Best of luck with your mother-in-law's situation. I help take care of mine since she has Alzheimer's and I know what a strain a seriously ill familiy member can put on a person. Stay strong.

Great chapter. It was nice to see Bella able to help the vampires instead of always being the 'weak link' - should be a great confidence booster for her. I also enjoyed the more humorous aspects of the blood donation, it brought a little levity to a serious situation. It was good for her to get some closure with Charlie, and also with the wolves, as she can more easily keep her gaze forward now, rather than it skipping to the past so often.

Wonderful chapter, giving Bella the closure she needed to let go.