Reviews For By Your Side
Name: Izzy (Anonymous) · Date: 31/12/11 - 05:03 pm · For: Lesson 6: "Shy" is Associated with "Cute" and "Sweet" and...Uchiha Sasuke?
I really love this fanfic!!!!! :D i love Soichiro and Sakura together :P heaps more than Sasuke and Sakura but anyway. LOVE IT!!!!! :D
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 20/12/10 - 11:12 am · For: Lesson 6: "Shy" is Associated with "Cute" and "Sweet" and...Uchiha Sasuke?
Hahaa, TONFA finally works on my computer - which means I finally got to read your newest chapter! *victory dance*
And wow! You seriously amaze me with every chapter you write - your talent is obvious! It's not just what you write, but how you write, you say a lot of things with only few words or lines. The dialogue really flows and feels natural and the character reactions seem real.
I know you were afraid that you can't top your previous story but quite frankly, you are on your way to do it. You have original plot with twists and all the talent you need to make this this an awesome story. I can't wait to read more!
Name: silverwolf1213 (Signed) · Date: 02/11/10 - 08:18 pm · For: Lesson 1: It's Not Normal to Keep a Cool Head When You've Found Out You've Died
Aw, I love your story! It's so cute and hilarious at the same time. Please update as soon as possible!
Name: Ardisaur_rawr (Signed) · Date: 30/09/10 - 05:00 pm · For: Lesson 6: "Shy" is Associated with "Cute" and "Sweet" and...Uchiha Sasuke?
AWWW!! The beginning was super duper cute!! I love how Soichiro totally blushes at Sakura. :)
Ugh... You know I hate yaoi, but it is really funny and cute to think about the way you are developing this story. I think it's hilarious how everything is totally awkward between Naruto/Sakura and Sasuke.
I really like the dynamics between Sakura and Soichiro. I can't say much for Naruto and Sasuke, but that's because we haven't gotten into the nitty-gritty!! lolz. Just kidding. I would kill if it got to the nitty-gritty. Yuckyyy.
I'm sorry that I didn't review when you put the chapter out!! I got like halfway through the chapter and my sister stopped me for some reason, then I totally forgot about it!!! lol
Gomen nasai, Sarah-chan! Daisuki!!
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 02/08/10 - 04:16 pm · For: Lesson 6: "Shy" is Associated with "Cute" and "Sweet" and...Uchiha Sasuke?
AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!! "But now they do."
This chapter had so many implications of what's to come, I totally forgive you for the long wait!! >_<
Oh, I also liked the description of the sky after the rain.. nicely done. ^^
There's not much else to say, because it was kinda a short chapter, except Soichiro is getting increasingly cute. ^^ But this SasuNaru fluff is still my favorite part.
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 07/07/10 - 03:45 pm · For: Lesson 5: Typically, It's Not the Best Idea to Comment on a Guy's Body, No Matter How Nice It Is. Especially When You're a Guy as Well
It is actually funny how TONFA tries it's best to sabotage my every review... I have to copy them to the clipboard everytime I write one, since Tonfa always deletes them. I had to try three times with each chapter until they finally "came through"...
But this chapter! Oh my god! xD SO FUNNY! Soichiro is evil! Of course Sakura was going to repeat everything he says, he told her so! xD Ahahaa.. "You're built to have babies"... That line just made my day!
I just love your stories! I can't have enough of them! :D So I'm eagerly waiting for the next chapter. This is just... just... AWESOME. With capitals! :D
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 07/07/10 - 03:21 pm · For: Lesson 4: It's Kind of Awkward, Meeting New Ghosts
Hahahaa, omg. XD The ending! My tummy hurts! I can imagine Soichiro's face when he heard Kensuke's words. Oh my, an evil spirit who falls for Sakura... I sense drama here! (Of course, drama in stories is always a good thing! 8) )
I can't wait to read more! Next chapter, here I come!
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 07/07/10 - 03:09 pm · For: Lesson 3: Crossing Your Heart Means LITERALLY Crossing Your Heart
Aah, finally a computer where TONFA actually works (at least sometimes it does...).
I laughed out loud when I read the "I feel like I'm watching a porn tape" -line. XD But it would definitely feel weird to be in a boy's body! I'd be doing the same thing as Sakura if it happened to me. :D Like "Where are my breasts, they are not here! Wow! This is so different!"
Evil spirit! Yay! Spirit hunting! I'm totally cheering for Soichiro. *waves a little flag which reads "go Soichiro!"*
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 30/06/10 - 02:50 pm · For: Lesson 5: Typically, It's Not the Best Idea to Comment on a Guy's Body, No Matter How Nice It Is. Especially When You're a Guy as Well
WAH!!!! BEST CHAPTER EVER!!!! By far!!! Okay, the entire last half when Naruto was possessed was hilarious. I was looking forward to this chapter after reading the title, but I never would have imagined that was the comment you were hinting at. Hahaha, man, that was brilliant. Funny, hilarious conversation, and it seemed so real and natural, which is amazing considering it's centered around ghosts. Oh! I loved it when Soichiro said "that made my afterlife". That was cute...
And! I loved the little teaser at the end: "had he noticed Naruto?"
Sarahkins, great chapter, I'm sorry I didn't get to it sooner like I promised. ^^' But I can't wait to see more of the Naruto-Sasuke-Sakura relationship!
Um... that's all. I can go on and on about how cute and funny this chapter was, but I don't want to be repetitive. ^^
Keep up the awesome work, Sarahkins!!
Author's Response: It's taken me forever and a day to respond to this. When did I get so lazy??? Anyway, thank you for the sweet review, Hannahkins!!! XD It really made my afterlife. This story is supposed to be kind of a comedy-- I mean, the situation is kinda funny, yeah? I know you said "WAH!!!! BEST CHAPTER EVER!!!!" but in the near future I'm sure you'll be saying that about a different chapter!! wink wink
Name: Ardisaur_rawr (Signed) · Date: 27/06/10 - 03:20 pm · For: Lesson 5: Typically, It's Not the Best Idea to Comment on a Guy's Body, No Matter How Nice It Is. Especially When You're a Guy as Well
Daaaaaaaaawwwwww!!! So cute!
Sorry I didn't get to your story earlier!
I was at girl's camp! lol. Not so fun.
Anyway! I just love the ending! hehe.
Author's Response: Girls' camp? Sounds icky. Well, I'm thrilled that you enjoyed the chapter!! I had a ton of fun with Sasuke and his reactions to Sakura's crazy words, because of course he has no idea that it's not really Naruto talking to him and that this "Naruto" is having his lines fed to him by a snarky shinigami who doesn't think about what he says as carefully as he should. The "You're built to have babies" was Soichiro kind of being stupid, like suggesting it jokingly, but Sakura took him with complete sincerity and actually said that. Ha, I loved that part...
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 25/06/10 - 03:37 pm · For: Lesson 4: It's Kind of Awkward, Meeting New Ghosts
Hahahaha, I like Kensuke's cheesy pick up line.
I dunno what to say about this chapter, 'cause so much happened... it was eventful, and it got me excited for the next one, since it's finally gonna be Naruto and Sasuke's turn. ^^
I like Naruto being a part of this supernatural trio. It's funny, 'cause he's a mortal, and he's getting mixed up with these ghosts, totally out of his element, yet it's all for his friend... okay, I'm just summarizing your story now. ^^' But you know what I mean. This is the best Naruto you've ever created.
I'm also eager to see how Soichiro and Kensuke aggravate each other in the future...
Basically, this was a really entertaining and sweet chapter, and I'm looking extra forward to the next one! And I promise, I'll review the day you post it! ^^
Great job, Sarahkins! Not just on the chapter, but this whole idea and making it come together. ^^
Name: Ardisaur_rawr (Signed) · Date: 15/06/10 - 06:34 pm · For: Lesson 3: Crossing Your Heart Means LITERALLY Crossing Your Heart
Yay! UPDATES! hahahaha.
I'm so excited that you're back!
So, I listened to California Gurls by Katy Perry while I was reading this and it just made it so much better for some reason...
I don't really know why... Maybe it's because I just like the song too much.
I guess it really has nothing to do with this chapter, no? LOLZ
Okay then, whatever... I'm a weirdo...
I love how Sakura was feeling up Naruto's body! I half expected her to go all the way with her inspection because that would've been extremely hilarious, but it's okay.
I'm just so damn excited that you're back! hahaha... Nerdy 'ol me!
Author's Response: I almost-- ALMOST-- made her go all the way but then that would have made Naruto so embarrassed and the poor guy was humiliated quite a lot in seventh period art class, wasn't he? Heh heh. I was really happy to get your review, you know-- it means a lot to me that you take the time to read this silly story and even spare some kind words for it!! You're a valued reader, Arden. Please stick with me; this story's gonna get good. :D
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 14/06/10 - 12:51 pm · For: Lesson 3: Crossing Your Heart Means LITERALLY Crossing Your Heart
YAY!!!! I'm so happy you're back!! And let me just tell you Sarahkins, you're talent didn't wear off at all during your hiatus.
Okay, so, I find Soichiro to be the most appealing and likable OC you've ever created. I dunno why. Well, I sorta do. It's just his personality is different from all the other guys you've made from Sakura. He's quirky, kinda funny, kinda rude and sarcastic, and I guess... he's not totally infatuated with her. Well, that doesn't make much sense, 'cause hopefully he will love her, soon. But... it's different. Sorry, this is a terrible review already (guess I'm the one out of practice) but hopefully you understand me anyway. ^^'
What I'm really excited for (seriously, I'm giddy with it. I'm sorta-kinda trembling with it. ^^') is, I'm sure you can guess, the Naruto and Sasuke moments. Though it's gonna be tough to sort out my feelings, 'cause technically, it'll be Sakura and Sasuke, but still, Naruto in the end.... but never mind!! I'm still looking forward to those chapters and I hope you write them soon!
Great return chapter Sarahkins, and I'm really looking forward to more of your writing throughout the summer!!
Author's Response: Soichiro is the most appealing OC yet? Hmmmmm. I'll have to keep those qualiies you like in mind. I don't want him to like Sakura for a while, but he's going to start to get jealous over her, which will be nice. But Kenshin and Izumi had feelings for her fairly quickly, and I want to do something different with Soichiro.
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 15/01/10 - 03:42 pm · For: Lesson 2: Some People Are a Surprise From Every Angle
Poor Sarahkins... You got a rude review on your fanfic about Ten-Ten right? Well, (if I'm right about the review) they're an ass! (if I'm wrong about the review I apologize reviewer person). But I see why you really like Miki Everless! I totally agree with her!!! TONFA members need to get off their asses and review this fantastic work of fanfiction!! Anyway, quirky is the perfect word to describe this idea and tone.
Now, on to actually reading the chapter ^^'
Oh, and that's a beautiful "theme song"; yes, I listened to it. ^^
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I LOVE YOU!!!!
You knew that, but after that yaoi comment Sakura makes about Soichiro and Naruto, I just thought I'd mention it again. ^^ Anyway, I will never stop saying this, but I love this story! I swear, it's amazing!!!! Again, it's the tone and this new style of writing combined that make this so appealing!!!
I like the bittersweet irony with Sakura and Temari and the song. Very sad. I like how you're developing the characters using diolouge and description... I love how Soichiro's come along and Naruto ain't half-bad either. I also really like this new personality you're giving Sakura.
Although, honestly, I think the fact that she's dead for some reason makes her more appealing to me. I know that's horrible!!! And I don't hate her enough to want her to die!! No way!!! But that's just my theory about how I feel.... is that bad?
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I want Soichiro and Sakura together. Too cute.
And I love the awkwardness between Naruto and Sasuke, though the only talking they've done as far as I've read is "Can you please pass the yellow?"
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Alright. An unsatisfying ending to the chapter if you ask me, but that's only because I want it to go on.
Really Sarahkins, hurry and update! I promise to keep on a schedule or something this time, I'll review with just as much vigor and dedication as in the summer!! This is such a beautiful story! Screw everything I said before! You've reach a new and improved level of writing, far beyond your first fanfic and even higher above Firefly Tears!!! I wish I could give you a hug right now and tell you how amazing this is!!!
And it's only the second chapter!!!! ^^
Author's Response: Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed it, and since it is so damn difficult to type on an iPhone I'm going to leave it at that, heh heh...
Name: ChicagoIsCalling7 (Signed) · Date: 15/01/10 - 03:17 pm · For: Lesson 1: It's Not Normal to Keep a Cool Head When You've Found Out You've Died
Okay, so when I first read the summary, my first thought was literally:
"Ooooooh!!!!!"
I think this is a great idea!!! Very original (on here anyway ^_-), and I think you'll do a fantastic job with it! I think I'm gonna be laughing at each chapter... I'm talking in future tense cause I haven't actually read it yet.... I wanted to write this down before I forgot... the only thing that concerns me is: is this actually a het romance between Sakura and Sasuke? Or is this between Naruto and Sasuke and Sakura is inadvertently jump starting it?
But I guess that's what you're gonna write about too!!! Kya, I'm excited!!!!
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Oh. My. Freaking. God.
I LOVE IT!!!!! Live up to Firefly Tears? Hell, you've surrpassed it!!!
Okay, I'm exagerating. Not because I don't think you can do better, but because it's too soon to tell. Though it looks soooo promising.
No, I'm lying again. Sorta. I know for a fact this will be a fantastic story. But I can't compare it to Firefly because that's a fantastic story in a completely different way.
The reason I love this one so much and maybe a bit better from my personal point of view is because it's light-hearted, even though the heroine is dead. In fact, I think that's so cute, though that doesn't sound right. Umm... God, I have so many things I need to say jumbled up in my head...
Just, the way it's written, the light tone of voice, the shojo manga feeling added to it, all of it makes me so excited for the next chapter!!! Which is already written... so the next one after that! And so on!!! Fantastic Sarahkins!!!!!
Author's Response: You're right, Sakura jump starts the SasuNaru relationship because she realizes her wish wasn't for Sasuke to be in love with her or for her to confess; she wanted him to be happy. And she falls in love with Soichiro, slowly but surely. I haven't been able to write because I'm being punished for getting a bad grade in math so forgive me...
Name: Ardisaur_rawr (Signed) · Date: 20/12/09 - 12:22 pm · For: Lesson 2: Some People Are a Surprise From Every Angle
This is beautiful! I cried during the funeral part!
I definitely agree with Miki Everless on this being the best one yet!
I love Soichiro. He's awesome!
Author's Response: Oh hooray!!!!! I was so happy to see your review. ^-^ I'm glad you cried. There I go again, with my sadistic nature and wanting to make people cry...I was like that during Firefly Tears too...and wow, as I said to Miki before, I am so shocked that you guys think I can write something better than Firefly Tears!!! I thought for sure that Firefly Tears was my masterpiece and that I'd never be able to write something better, but evidently I can, which I am extremely happy about. :D Thank you, Ardisawr, for agreeing to read my silly fics that even have yaoi, despite it being very mild. Anyway, I hope you continue reading! Your reviews mean a lot to me!! BTW, Ardisawr, do you have a Facebook?
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 20/12/09 - 10:46 am · For: Lesson 2: Some People Are a Surprise From Every Angle
Well, what can I say? I already said I liked this and I already said I like Soichiro. xD But yeah, you are talented and this fic's idea is great. :D I mean - I can't wait for Naruto/Sakura start hitting on Sasuke. It's going to be... Well, I can't even find a word for it! But I'll be waiting!
You made the funeral scene very emotional. I almost started crying at the poem part. Gah, it's a pretty poem...
But in the end - great chap and I can't wait for more!
Author's Response: It's gonna be sweet, man! \o/ Anyway, I wanted to make the funeral scene and the scene where she realizes that it's finally it, very emotional. I'm glad you read and enjoyed-- continue looking for updates. ^-^
Name: ontuva (Signed) · Date: 20/12/09 - 10:33 am · For: Lesson 1: It's Not Normal to Keep a Cool Head When You've Found Out You've Died
I love the idea in this fic! :D Original idea, something new, finally! (I'm getting so tired of all the "let's jump in the Naruto world, I'm a perfect OC!" -fics, so this is a welcomed surprise!). I really, really, really like the idea! :D
And hah, I like Soichiro. :D (And I'm sooo tired that my review is going to be a short one). But my point was - I like this and now I shall read the next chapter.
And oh! You misspelled Sakura's last name on the summary. It reads Haurno there.
Author's Response: Yeah, I wanted to do something that not a lot of people would really do, maybe this is a daring fic? LOL. I love Soichiro too. My OC's are always my favorites, like Izumi. God, I loved Izumi. Anyway, I'll go fix Sakura's name in the summary, mm'kay? Thanks again for your review...and get some sleep, Ai-chan.
Name: Miki Everless (Signed) · Date: 19/12/09 - 07:14 pm · For: Lesson 2: Some People Are a Surprise From Every Angle
It was torture watching me friends in class. They all looked do gaunt.
Should be: It was torture watching my friends in class. They all looked so gaunt.
Author's Response: Oh, crap. Thanks, I'll go fix that. Sorry. ^-^ Did you listen to the fic's song, "Where"? I listen to it over and over as I write the fic-- it's such beautiful inspiration.
Name: Miki Everless (Signed) · Date: 19/12/09 - 06:58 pm · For: Lesson 2: Some People Are a Surprise From Every Angle
...Why has there only been one review? This is better than Firefly Tears. It should have twenty by now.
That really makes me angry. What the hell are TONFA reviewers doing? They're off reviewing crappy newbie fics, but they're ignoring the ones that actually deserve the reviews.
Anyway, I'm sorry for that.
I love how your chapters end. They're sweet and cute, and they don't feel as if they're being forced. They just kind of flow with your writing; they're really beautiful.
Update soon... and don't worry about the number of reviewers. They'll come flocking by the fourth chapter, I'd bet my fingernails on it. (Ow...)
Author's Response: I was soooo psyched to see your review. I was totally like, "Watashi no kokoro wa Miki-sama no desu!" ("My heart belongs to Miki-sama!") IT'S BETTER THAN FIREFLY TEARS?!?!?! Wow, that was a shocking statement. I thought Firefly Tears was my magnum Opus, that I couldn't write anything better than that. And there's only been one review because...um... I don't know, actually. The fic has only just started-- wasn't Firefly Tears like that in the beginning too? It picked up speed. But I appreciate your enthusiasm. Once I start updating faster people will notice it more. I think. But again, I really like that you enjoy it and think it isn't a "crappy newbie fic", as you put it. I put a lot of thought into chapter endings-- they're what ties things up. Bad Chapter Endings = Bad Sum-Up Sentence, sort of. Like, it's supposed to sum up the emotions the readers should be feeling, or a thought that is supposed to cross their mind or make a statement. But thank you, I love how kind you are. And I'll take your advice-- I won't worry about the reviewers and work on having a good story. ^-^ Thank you, arigatou, gracias, grazi, a million times over.
Name: Miki Everless (Signed) · Date: 15/12/09 - 04:42 am · For: Lesson 1: It's Not Normal to Keep a Cool Head When You've Found Out You've Died
This is really quirky.
I like it! It's kind of... dark humour; like The Heathers.
How did you come up with this idea? It's great, honestly.
LOL, I cannot wait until the next chapter. Update soon, please!
Author's Response: Hooray, the first review! I'm totally glad you like it. ^-^ I came up with this idea when I fell asleep in Spanish class. I had a dream about it, and I woke up thinking about it and burst out laughing when I imagined Sakura possessing Naruto's body and hitting on Sasuke. Because I was laughing so hard I got sent out into the hallway and it gave me a little more time to think of a scenario. That's how I got started with this. It's kinda going to be a romantic comedy, and I decided to make Sakura a little softer around the edges, and then the rest is just going to take off. I'm doing OCSaku, but I'm not sure who the OC will be. I'm think Soichiro, but he's a tough guy to just be friends with, let alone fall in love with...but that would make it much more interesting. I mean, because Naruto's always going to be hitting on Sasuke (well, Sakura will, but in Naruto's body) so Sasuke will be falling for him, and Sakura will fall out of love with him when she realizes that those two are falling in love.