Reviews for Grip and Release
ElleMe chapter 1 . 5/30/2016
Speechless. This story is one of the best I've ever read. Beautiful, heart wrenching, in character, dynamic. I'm applauding everything about it. WOW
whirligigkat chapter 1 . 4/23/2016
I've been trying to write something on Mary for ages now, and just haven't been able to write her- so this has been wonderful to read, thank you! She's a brilliant character and I appreciate you giving her her own story.
englishtutor chapter 1 . 6/13/2015
Oh, this is absolutely wonderful! You've done a fabulous job of explaining who Mary is and what her motivations are. Mary doesn't get enough love! Thank you for appreciating this complex and fascinating character.
Guest chapter 1 . 10/3/2014
Lovely. The pacing and tone is beautiful.
summerful21 chapter 1 . 8/3/2014
Really sweet. I always felt Mary would miss the adrenaline of the old life more, but the way you've written her works too. I liked this story a lot, the writing was intelligent and the story an interesting presentation of her life. There's not enough Mary-centric stuff out there!
Monirosez chapter 1 . 7/31/2014
I really love Mary, she's such a complex character and I think you portrayed her amazingly. Til next time!
Hi there chapter 1 . 7/29/2014
I love Mary and I love this story and I love you for writing it. Poifect!
Guest chapter 1 . 7/24/2014
This was really excellent. I love seeing things from Mary's side.
Empress-of-Verace chapter 1 . 7/23/2014
Love it! I think you captured Mary perfectly!
Poodle warriors chapter 1 . 7/22/2014
This was lovely in every way; just a fascinating look into the world of Mary. Very well written; a touch of sadness, pain and quite a lot of bits of humor. (I especially liked the part about Sherlock and the placenta.) :)
Lady Anthea chapter 1 . 7/22/2014
I knew I was going to love this as soon as I saw the alert on my email.

This is simply terrific. There isn't enough Mary love around, and the voice you've given her is just so apt for her. I love the way you reconcile the nature of her former profession and the traits of her previous personality with the charm, wit and sweetness of Mary. Seeing her transition from AGRA to Mary was very interesting, as well as those glimpses to her beginning, her first experiences, the day she meets John *sighs* And I also albolutely enjoyed her insight on the events of the last series, not to mention that beautiful ending and its parallel with the beginning of Mary's life.
Guest chapter 1 . 7/22/2014
Simply lovely. Choked me up, made me smile, made me happy to know Mary all over again. Flawed, imperfect Mary. Just like John and Sherlock. (And no, Sherlock, NOT 'Wilhelmina')
stacelf chapter 1 . 7/22/2014
Enjoyed this so much!