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Reviews for Subtext Is So Not The Pretext

By : tecate
  • From Six_string_Samurai on May 29, 2013
    I've read this before, years ago when it was first posted. But the revisit and elapsed time does the work no disservice. Highly enjoyable and worth the time it took to sit down and read it all in one go.
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  • From Zarrthtion on October 23, 2009
    that story was just perfect and i lovessss me sum goood KiGo and this is one of the best i've read
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  • From EcroXineoph on March 10, 2009
    Oh my gosh I LOVED this story! I never even watched the show but i still read this story all in one sitting! (Which is saying something for me!
    It was touching and absolutely beautiful! Well done!
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  • From Zerath09 on July 15, 2008
    This was just awesome. I've had a hard time finding a good KiGo story and this one has to be the best I've ever read. I registered just so I could leave a review for this. I definitely can't wait to read those sequels you mentioned. First, though, I have to read that prequel.

    Awesome work, really.
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  • From Diamondflame on February 04, 2008
    Just wanted to say that this is the first story that I actually read more then one or two chapters in a sitting because I enjoyed it so much.
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  • From 279180 on January 13, 2008
    When ever I re-read this story it reminds me of this quote.

    But seduction isn’t making someone do what they don’t want to do. Seduction is enticing someone into doing what they secretly want to do already.
    Waiter Rant, Waiter Rant weblog, 11-29-05

    Yup that what I think Shego Does, yup yup
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  • From beeftony on December 07, 2007
    So I liked this story. A lot. I have a lot to say, and not all of it is positive, but let me make it clear to you that I loved the overall presentation of this story and would like to see more.

    Let’s start off with the main thing people are reading this story for: the sex. You have delivered on all fronts, keeping it fresh, interesting, and exciting, while still accurate and not too unbelievable. I suppose the fact that you’ve actually experienced a lot of the events depicted helps in your writing them. It’s a welcome change of pace from reading a Lesbian sex scene that was clearly written by a guy.

    I want to put my critiques of your story in the middle so that I can still end this review on a positive note. I must say that while I liked the story as a whole, there are certain details that took me out of the story and put a real damper on my enjoyment.

    My first point of contention is Kim’s attraction to Shego; specifically, the parts where you claim said attraction has been going on for years, and Kim’s been aware of it. Sorry, but I just CAN’T believe that. If it were something subconscious maybe, but there’s no way Kim could keep such a big secret that long without letting some bigger hints slip out. I understand that the Kim you’re portraying is more of an adventurer type with a strong libido than the prude that she comes across as in most stories, but this same fact works against your argument because Kim has been shown to be a terrible liar, and aside from the fact that the subject has never really come up in canon, there’s really no way you can prove to me that she wouldn’t admit to lusting after Shego unless she hadn’t figured it out herself. The fact that you claim she HAS figured it out way before the events of the story take place is where I start getting confused.

    See, you’re trying to portray her as the kind of person who jumps into things headfirst without really thinking about it, and at the same time you’re trying to say that she’s been holding herself back for years. There’s a contradiction going on there, which is why I raise an eyebrow at that aspect of your story. Still, I'll let it slide, since it’s otherwise fantastic.

    Another part of your story I have a hard time swallowing is your claim that Kim has been having sex with Ron since they’ve been going out. Again, I can’t see how that’s supported by any sort of subtext in canon. In fact, the subtext argument actually works AGAINST this point, since with the way you’re portraying Kim, one would think that she’d be all over him every chance she gets. Instead she treats him like a leper for the most part, with only the occasional hug or peck on the cheek to keep some semblance of a romantic relationship alive. Then again, I suppose that has more to do with the fact that the show aired on Disney Channel than any real disgust on Kim’s part. That, and the fact that she’s really attracted to Shego. ;)

    My final complaint has more to do with personal preference than any actual problems with the story, so rest assured that while I personally didn’t like this aspect, it wasn’t your fault. With that said, I must say I was a little disappointed with all the clichés popping up towards the end of the story, especially since up to that point you had a fairly original idea going. So let me get this straight: not only is Shego turning back to the side of good, but she’s also turning herself Global Justice with Kim as her parole officer so that she can bring all of her former colleagues to justice. What’s next, they get married?

    You had a really good thing going with Ron there until you had him announce that he was moving to Japan to be with Yori. It’s been less than a week and he’s already moving on?! WTF?! I just didn’t like how you went with such a hackneyed plot device that I’ve seen in WAY too many KiGo stories to count.

    What I don’t like about all of this is that you’ve effectively put a neat little bow on the end of your story, and in so doing, left practically no room for a compelling sequel. You need to leave some more loose ends if you want the next one to be interesting. But again that’s just my opinion.

    Now on to the stuff I really liked. Betty playing matchmaker with Kim and Shego was a welcome change of pace from the stories where she’s an obstacle to their relationship. It’s fun to read those scenes because she represents the concerns of the audience, while still being a compelling character in her own right. Her past relationship with Shego is something I definitely want to read more about.

    I also liked the running gag in Chapter 20 where Kim comes out to her family only to find out they already knew and were excited for her. It’s cute to watch her reaction when a situation doesn’t go exactly the way she planned. ^_^

    Anyway, great story and I hope to see more from you soon! :D

    beeftony
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  • From 279180 on December 02, 2007
    I spent a GOOD portion of the night and early morning reading this and it was so worth it. I love love love this story so much. Love the comedy the drama it was well written. I love your work. Love the hot steamy scenes. and I love this “Vámonos pendejos!” Shego.

    Good job. Kudos to ya.
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  • From shrike8675309 on December 01, 2007
    Great story and I can't believe you wrote it so fast. I do have one note and it is just minor nitpicking. at the end Yori should be calling Ron Ron-Chan not Ron-San, -San is a very formal greeting meaning Mr. or Ms. -Chan is how you would refer to a significant other. Reference http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_titles
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  • From babyslave on November 28, 2007
    OMG please more i can't wait to see how this turns out.And i'm glad others think she was going to say {I love you!!}
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