REVIEW - What Is And Should Never Be

[jenny]

It's a quick fic!

I threw this together in about an hour and a half, and thought I might as well post it. It's not particularly fantastic, but it might be of interest to those Marge fans out there. %2)

Yes, it is named after a Led Zeppelin song...

[c_nordlander]

By golly by jingo by gosh by gim...

OK, I am aware how grating it is when a reviewer starts gushing mindlessly, but "Life on the Fast Lane" is one of my favourite episodes of all time, and this fic... it sent chills down my spine. Almost brought tears to my eyes a few times near the end, as well. I prefer not to go into particulars, I don't want to spoil to those who have not yet had the pleasure of reading it. Suffice it to say, everyone was in character (Jacques didn't seem as sinister as he did in the episode, mind you, but I guess that from Marge's POV he wouldn't), and that made me realise how close this story bordered on tragedy. Brightest of all, of course, Marge shone.

Nothing more to say, really. This is awesome.

[size=0.8]Yeah, you made me emote again. I might have to stop reading your stories soon, you're ruining my rugged macho image.[/size]

[Marco]

I can't add anything, i couldn't possibly try and nitpick this.
It was so full of emotion and so well in charachter that.. that...


Do you have a tissue?

[Dana]

Jenny...beautiful story.

I'm amazed at how much depth you got in such a short amount of time...that's great writing! Sure, we have some background on this story, but the mindset of Marge was beautifuly written...as well as Lisa and poor, poor Homer. Wait...he was a jackass. That's why Marge ended up where she was. But...only a man who is truly in love knows when he has hurt the one he loves...and only a woman in love would notice the subtle messages that the man she loves really is incredibly sorry. Ahhhhh...the painting really wrapped up this story with all the emotion of a tidal wave. I didn't cry...because the wife and kids are around...but the next time I read it, and I'm alone...I'll have a tissue ready.

Wonderful work Jenny.

[Karsten_Thiel]

Another wonderful story, Jenny. I simply love the way you described Marge's emotions (especially when she was comparing her dreaming to her actual life). The description of Jacques (who was a lot more sympathetic than in the episode) only adds to this. Simply beautiful, simply touching...once again, I'm impressed.

[SirMustapha]

Deep, profound, and the best of all... SHORT! Just kidding, mind you. This was superb. You know, I also liked the original episode very, very much, and I'm amazed on how well you managed to show the story with a different light. More dramatic edge and covering every angle and corner of the story. It feels complete and satisfying, and the whole thing evolved perfectly, creating a great flow. It is truly emotive without being any sacharine at all, and I truly appreciate that.

[Tibor]

Wow...  It was, like you said a quick fic, but the emotion there is really astonishing.  There's not to much to say.  I felt that I really cared for these characters, and that is one of the greatest things a story can do for me.  Oh, and I like the Led Zep reference.

[Hera_Potter]

My legs feel weak, even though I'm sitting down...
Otherwise, I'm speechless... how you got into Marge's head like that... and stuff....

Everything else has been said.