for There Are No Heroes in Gotham3/5 c15 Alpha B. A. 7
I just finished reading the story and I have to say that it is extremely well written. The plot is interesting and I really like the interaction between the characters as well as how you have interwoven the Nolan. Universe with the justice league though of Bruce Gordon and Harvey hanging out and both knowing Bruce's secret is interesting and well delivered. I do hope Harvey will be able to let go of Rachel and find someone for he might relapse and that would indeed. Keep up the good work.
I just finished reading the story and I have to say that it is extremely well written. The plot is interesting and I really like the interaction between the characters as well as how you have interwoven the Nolan. Universe with the justice league though of Bruce Gordon and Harvey hanging out and both knowing Bruce's secret is interesting and well delivered. I do hope Harvey will be able to let go of Rachel and find someone for he might relapse and that would indeed. Keep up the good work.
2/27 c15 
10TheWritingGirl23
After reading the Adviser I decided to check out some of your other stories, luckily finding this. Personally, I very much enjoyed your blending of the Nolan-ish canon with the Justice League cartoon. Of course, it can't keep the exact tone of the movies because of the cartoon aspects it's blended with, but I found I very much enjoyed this tweaked version of Bruce's origin. It's actually pretty interesting seeing Batman as one of the youngest heroes rather than one of the older ones. The fact that Superman was his hero once, then he lost that hero worship and began growing into his own destiny made for a very interesting, and compelling read. The fact that you made this Bruce younger than Nolan canon makes it more believable that he'd be more optimistic, more willing to let people in. Of course, there's still plenty of Batman being an awesome hero, kicking butt and not always taking names. Also, having him be a new hero and a relative mystery lent to a lot of cool sections, like Luthor's offer and the League's unwitting interactions with Bruce Wayne.
Harvey Dent surviving was a bit of a surprise, and could have gone poorly, but I think you found a nice ground on that AU turn. The conflict of Batman being hunted still remains, we see Harvey going through struggles he might have encountered if he'd lived, and we get a new member to the Bat-team. You've kind of blended Nolan Dent into the Batman TAS Dent, the one that was such good friends with Bruce. Some parts of his redemption, like bonding with the Gordon family, seem a little far-fetched, but I really don't find myself caring; I like it too much :)
Last thing I want to comment on, the timeline and age tweaking. Like I said, I liked the young Bruce Wayne in comparison to the older heroes; it makes him more identifiable to younger readers. For the others, I also like how you made Rachel older and more of a sister to him. She seems more likable and more potent portrayed as a sister than a love interest to me. There was one thing that confused me near the beginning though. If Bruce was only five when he was watching Lois Lane and Superman on the news, how old would that make Clark and Lois. Superman I'm not so confused about; he's basically immortal as long as the sun stays yellow, but wouldn't that make Lois be pushing her forties or something?
I don't know, but, despite some confusing nitpicks and such, I really enjoyed this story. I see it hasn't been updated since September, but I can certainly understand breaks in writing a fic. I just hope to see this story back sometime in the near future. Peace!
10TheWritingGirl23After reading the Adviser I decided to check out some of your other stories, luckily finding this. Personally, I very much enjoyed your blending of the Nolan-ish canon with the Justice League cartoon. Of course, it can't keep the exact tone of the movies because of the cartoon aspects it's blended with, but I found I very much enjoyed this tweaked version of Bruce's origin. It's actually pretty interesting seeing Batman as one of the youngest heroes rather than one of the older ones. The fact that Superman was his hero once, then he lost that hero worship and began growing into his own destiny made for a very interesting, and compelling read. The fact that you made this Bruce younger than Nolan canon makes it more believable that he'd be more optimistic, more willing to let people in. Of course, there's still plenty of Batman being an awesome hero, kicking butt and not always taking names. Also, having him be a new hero and a relative mystery lent to a lot of cool sections, like Luthor's offer and the League's unwitting interactions with Bruce Wayne.
Harvey Dent surviving was a bit of a surprise, and could have gone poorly, but I think you found a nice ground on that AU turn. The conflict of Batman being hunted still remains, we see Harvey going through struggles he might have encountered if he'd lived, and we get a new member to the Bat-team. You've kind of blended Nolan Dent into the Batman TAS Dent, the one that was such good friends with Bruce. Some parts of his redemption, like bonding with the Gordon family, seem a little far-fetched, but I really don't find myself caring; I like it too much :)
Last thing I want to comment on, the timeline and age tweaking. Like I said, I liked the young Bruce Wayne in comparison to the older heroes; it makes him more identifiable to younger readers. For the others, I also like how you made Rachel older and more of a sister to him. She seems more likable and more potent portrayed as a sister than a love interest to me. There was one thing that confused me near the beginning though. If Bruce was only five when he was watching Lois Lane and Superman on the news, how old would that make Clark and Lois. Superman I'm not so confused about; he's basically immortal as long as the sun stays yellow, but wouldn't that make Lois be pushing her forties or something?
I don't know, but, despite some confusing nitpicks and such, I really enjoyed this story. I see it hasn't been updated since September, but I can certainly understand breaks in writing a fic. I just hope to see this story back sometime in the near future. Peace!
9/9/2012 c15 9Embers of Inspiration
I cannot tell you how many times I've re-read this story. And then one day I come back and, lo and behold!, you've updated! You just made my day. Seriously.
I loved the whole golf thing. The lightness of this chapter was refreshing, definitely something the characters needed. And the short reference you made to the Haley Circus made me squee in anticipation. At the same time it's sad... but, you know what I mean.
I eagerly await your next chapter.
9Embers of InspirationI cannot tell you how many times I've re-read this story. And then one day I come back and, lo and behold!, you've updated! You just made my day. Seriously.
I loved the whole golf thing. The lightness of this chapter was refreshing, definitely something the characters needed. And the short reference you made to the Haley Circus made me squee in anticipation. At the same time it's sad... but, you know what I mean.
I eagerly await your next chapter.
8/2/2012 c14 BatSquirrelFan
Of all the names to come up with... anyway, get back to writing this thing already! It's too awesome to go into the dustbin! Get back at it or I'll come at you with a rake and bubble soap, and believe me, you do NOT want me to get out the soap. The things one can do... Seriously, I want to read more, so... please? (Gives giant, ludicrous puppy-dog eyes.)
Of all the names to come up with... anyway, get back to writing this thing already! It's too awesome to go into the dustbin! Get back at it or I'll come at you with a rake and bubble soap, and believe me, you do NOT want me to get out the soap. The things one can do... Seriously, I want to read more, so... please? (Gives giant, ludicrous puppy-dog eyes.)
2/23/2012 c14 7Merkwerkee
Seems a bit demanding to me, but...More, please? Much more? It really is quite a fascinating story.
7MerkwerkeeSeems a bit demanding to me, but...More, please? Much more? It really is quite a fascinating story.
11/9/2011 c14 84Eraman
I love your version of this :) And I love how Dent, Gordon and Wayne work together. This is one of my favorites on this site :)
84EramanI love your version of this :) And I love how Dent, Gordon and Wayne work together. This is one of my favorites on this site :)
9/24/2011 c14 70Andalusia25
the opening reminded me of a Charleston Heston movie...I think the one Will Smith's "I Am Legend" is based on.
Don't know why I never realized that Wonder Woman would have a Greek background... Batman on a beach surronded by hot women in full costume and he just wants to go home. That is SO Batman!
I think I smell the beginnings of WW/BM...
70Andalusia25the opening reminded me of a Charleston Heston movie...I think the one Will Smith's "I Am Legend" is based on.
Don't know why I never realized that Wonder Woman would have a Greek background... Batman on a beach surronded by hot women in full costume and he just wants to go home. That is SO Batman!
I think I smell the beginnings of WW/BM...
9/13/2011 c14 35darke wulf
"Last night we defeated a god." I can only imagine their faces when they heard that ;-)
35darke wulf"Last night we defeated a god." I can only imagine their faces when they heard that ;-)
8/24/2011 c13 darke wulf
Oh, you sneaky, sneaky thing you. Bruce goes through all that, to show Gotham that Dent and Gordon are a team in which they can believe. I love how intelligent your Bruce is, and how much he's planning and plotting - something I think a lot of people miss. Great job!
Oh, you sneaky, sneaky thing you. Bruce goes through all that, to show Gotham that Dent and Gordon are a team in which they can believe. I love how intelligent your Bruce is, and how much he's planning and plotting - something I think a lot of people miss. Great job!