January 10th, 2016 at 08:27pm
Straight away from the first chapter it comes across clearly that Harper really loves that boy, with how protective she got when she overreacted. I mean, I understand him being a stranger and all, but he helped the kid up so she could have been a bit more grateful that he didn't shout at the boy for landing on his lawn.
I noticed in chapter four that it starts with Aden getting a fever and Harper deciding for him not to go into school, and then further down the chapter it mentions that it's "sunday already" which contradicts the previous statement.
Nick seems like a decent guy, someone who would be a good friend for Harper. Especially how he's helped her get a job, something which she seemed to desperately need. And I'm so glad that she got official guardianship of Aden. It's always a shame when the mother or father of a child isn't the best person for them to be with, but sometimes that happens and when people like Harper step up to the plate, it makes it a lot less life-changing and horrid for the child involved.
I do wonder how Ace will fit into Harper and Aden's life, as well as the gang as I assume that would probably happen if she associates with him. But nonetheless, I hope Nick stays nice with her and that they keep a good friendship as he was the first person she found a friend in at the new place, plus he got her a job interview which must count for something no matter what might possibly happen in the future.
Chapter 1
I don't know if it's just me with my tired brain since it's 3 am. But I feel like the first chapter just kind of drags on. Sure, it shows Beast's character and the description is good but there are some parts that just feel bland to me. I'm sorry for being blunt. I see that you're trying to get the readers into Beast's head but it just stretches on.
However, I am intrigued by Harper's character. She is so overprotective over Aden and I wonder what brings her to the town.
Chapter 2
Ah! Okay, reading the start of chapter 2, I now understand why Harper is being overprotective over Aden. And it's understandable too.
I love how you portray Aden. He seems like a really sweet kid. I love him already.
Nick seems like a genuinely nice guy, a caring father and a polite neighbor. I wonder where you two are taking this fic.
I can't really detect any grammatical errors or spelling mistakes so that's a plus. And I like the flow between the chapters and how the characters interact with each other.
This story has a lot of potential. Keep up the good work.