Oh my, there’s so many things I want to say to you. This story has touched me so much.

First off, I’ve never properly appreciated how noble Danny is. It makes me cry how pure he is. Even after everything Vlad has put him through, he has the heart to forgive him. And show him love. I aspire to be as noble as him one day.

As for Vlad, you’ve done such an excellent job portraying the different facets of his character. Seeing the caring part of him rise up above all that pain, I just...I’m speechless.

As an only child, I’ve never understood sibling love. This story made me realize how deep and special it truly is. In one of your Author’s Notes, you said Jazz and Danny’s bond reminded you of your own bond with your little brother. That is so sweet, thank you so so much for sharing this part of your life.

Honestly, you crushed my heart when Danny told Vlad he had to leave. Even though I knew that it really wasn’t right for Danny to stay, my favourite two halfas were finally happy. They’ve gone through so muc. But you’re right, Vlad still has a long way to go. Still, I was feeling pretty sad that it didn’t last. Until that last scene between Danny and Vlad, I reread that part SO MANY TIMES. And cried every time. It really filled me with hope.

Now, your OCs are BRILLIANT. NIANE? Or should I say ANNIE? I DID NOT SEE THAT COMING. AND THE WHOLE THING WITH DAZZLER AND HOW IT TIED IN SO PERFECTLY WITH THE STORY? I just *chefs kiss*

There’s so much more about this story to talk about, one review simply isn’t enough. There’s some other things I want to mention though.

Your writing. It’s improved SO MUCH. I’m currently going into my 3rd year for undergrad and seeing that you’ve started this in 2nd year gives me so much hope in my own writing. Thanks.

Also, I freaking loved every one of your Author’s Notes. Reading them in 2020 gave me a small glimpse of what it was like at the time, how you’ve went from 1 review on your first chapter to 58 reviews later on. And even though you’ve long finished with school, I found you so relatable when you’ve talked about having a test or something. Also, it was really nice getting to know how Vlad muse came to be. Give him my regards.

There’s so much more I want to say, but I seriously gotta get back to work now. Thank you, thank you Pearl for pouring so much dedication into your stories. See you at the end of Endgame :)

HOLY CRAP HOLY CRAP I WAS GONNA WAIT UNTIL I FINISHED TO WRITE A LONG REVIEW BUT

VIVIANE NIANE ?

WAIT WAIT IF YOU REARRANGE ANNIE IT MAKES NIANE I

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Why did Vlad make a female version of Danny, if he isn't interested in having a half-ghost daughter?

What's "My Little Badger"?

Wow.

What can I say? You are the best. I spent a whole week binging this and was not bored for even a minute. This roller coaster of feels took me through so many highs and lows that became even more precious knowing that Vlad and Danny couldn't be allies forever. I cannot put into words the complex emotions I am now feeling, but I can say this. Thank you. Thank you for your amazing characterizations, awesome (super super awesome) writing and the time and passion you put into this. I could shower you in praise all day long for how fantastic this fic is. I won't ever forget it it's a part of me now and forever more.

Once more, thank you and I'll be reading the sequel now :)

Ok I usually don't do these reviews to the end unless I start the story as it's being posted but I love and hate your Vlad. The cook and niane are great too. I never really like Sam except when I first watch the show, but after watching it over and over, I really hate Sam. You do her well enough but Sam as a character from the show is just frustrating. Your jazz is on par to my expectations and exceeded them when she was acting more childish from the drug's effects in the hospital which is a good bonus because that was perfect they gave her her child too shy that she needs to be cater chewed or have someone to depend on it was nice for a change.

Okay so, I mentioned I was re-reading this monster of a fic after I was overcome by a fit of nostalgia and the need to know how it ended since I'd never finished it. I literally have not stopped smiling since starting this! I was at work and could barely focus! I forgot to eat several times because I'm so enraptured! I just... I'm at a loss for words?! I had expected to enjoy myself while reading this again sure, but on this level? I am completely floored by just how much love for this fic is flowing into me, both from the past and present! I'm literally aching for this next chapter even though I already know what happens! My cheeks hurt from grinning so much!

I just want to thank you? For dedicating over a decade of your life to this like DAYUM. The level of joy that I feel reading this should not be possible. It feels like I'm reading it for the very first time! I've re-read fics plenty of times and it's never felt like this before!

Thank you. From the bottom of my heart thank you.

I read this fic years ago back in the hay days of DP and it was literally my favorite story in the fandom! I've been thinking about it lately and decided to re-read it! It's just as good as I remember! I can't wait to read the sequel! It hadn't been written yet when I'd finished and then life came along and I got into other fandoms. It's hard for me to juggle several obsessions at once so I unfortunately have a habit of dropping whatever ongoing fics I'm reading/writing. It has literally always haunted me. The fact that I never finished this series. I always wondered how the hell the sequel took place after PP when it was such a train wreck (the whole season kinda was) and Vlad was completely OOC. But I'm reading again and this time I'm determined to find out! Thank you for dedicating so many years to this wonderful story!

God willing I'll finally start DoaS after this. I've always wanted to read that one too.

DP IS NOT DEAD
There’s a whole community floating around in the internet wreaking havoc upon the world, and the fan fiction clan is not ready for you to stop writing. There’s a LOT of people, Pearl. Please know we’re still here. 3

I enjoyed reading this fanfiction especially seeing Vlad actually giving up on Maddie and opening up his heart offering Danny to stay with him of his own free will. It broke my heart when Vlad went back to his evil ways after rejection from Danny so I decided I would use your concept but change Vlad's timeline. I given you credit for the original work this was inspired from.
This changed timeline introduces dangerous new threats that Danny must deal with while giving Vlad the love of his life from another universe.
Read 'Crossing Over' at
s/13314099/1/Crossing-Over)

So, I think it's been at least 10 years since I last even thougt of DP. I've spent the last two weeks literally absorbing everything I can about Vlad Masters because that insufferable man is still my fav character and then I stumbled upon Checkmate...do you have any idea what this story did to me? For the last days I've only been reading this story and I loved every chapter. I cried, I laughed, got extremely frustrated... The first third was really hard to read - emotionally - but after their sort of truce the emotional rollercoaster has just started...

Your style is as amazing as your way of getting the reader to really feel with the characters. I simply couldn't stop reading and if I did, my thoughts always drifted back to the last chapter I read, wondering what you'd to to Danny and Vlad in the next.

So, enough of my rambling. Thank you so much for this story! You really showed a side of Vlad that made it impossible to really hate this man. What he did wasn't even remotely okay but you just can't hate him for it after reading this! Thanks a lot for this amazing story! 3

When he put the bracelet on, it felt like he was resigning himself. As if it was a mere handcuff and nothing more.

Hoah... This was such a masterpiece ! And indeed , this was so clearminding , a roller coaster of emotions and arguments , thanks a lot for sharing your work with us, many blesses for your 3

YEAH PEARL YOU BETTER GRAB YOUR VLAD MUSE BECAUSE IF YOU DONT IM GONNA SLAUGHTER HIM FOR WHAT HE DID TO MY BABY

Seatbelt on

Also ...

I ABSOULUTY LOVE THIS BOOK ITS SO GREAT AND AMAZING AND JUST THE WAY THAT YOU WRITE IS BEUATIFUL AS A WRITER MYSELF I TRY TO WRITE IN A WAY TO WERE THE READERS KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THE CHATACTERS ARE GOING THROUGH BUT FAILED...AND YOU DID IT YOUR WRITING STYLE IS BEAUTIFUL I KNOW THAT THIS BOOK WAS MADE A WHILE AGO AND THAT YOU WONT EVEN SEE THIS COMMENT MUCH LESS REPLY ANYWAYS I LOVE THIS BOOK (doesn't help that I have a crush on Danny) LOVE YOUR WRITING AND I CANT WAIT TO READ WHAT HAPPENS NEXT