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Absolutely perfect. I've been following this story for a while and been waiting (hoping, praying) for a good ending - and you came through in every way. I was surprised all over the place and I love how the suspense and mystery was dragged out till the very end. Everything makes sense. I'm so glad cause its slightly annoying when an author makes a mistake! Didn't happen here.

I particularly enjoyed Momoko - her character really is charming and while I was worried about what Ann might do to her, I'm not anymore. She can take care of herself.

Thank you for all the time and care that went into this masterpiece - it's truly a well written work that I'll be comming back to re-read again someday. Beautiful!

I think of the classics, the women who write suspense and make it their own. With this, I got the feeling all over again after reading a fave novel. Simply wonderful Syrinx. I imagine you will dazzle us again...please go for it! M.

Darling, I adore it!

What an incredible story!

WISE, The Mouse Trap has all the mystery, suspense, drama and a lot of humor tossed into the mix, and it is, in the classic way a fabulous tale, or in the words of Luna...tail! LOL That cat was amazing, and I loved how she drew the attention of everyone in that unforgettable moment in the final chapter.

I was also moved by Ami and her plight, and the story has so much wisdom about trust, love, loyalty and shows us that vulnerability often gives way to a strength most of us do not realize we have until the time is right and we find our way with a little help from a friend.

Anne and Mimmette I thought got mostly their just desserts, although, a good kick up the rear would have gone down well and a hasty retreat from the estate for their behavior, but I took that as read, that Usagi would deal with them appropriately.

The Mouse Trap itself, who would have thought, I will say no more, and leave that for readers to discover, I loved that touch at the end.

The characters were truly memorable, like old friends, vibrant and alive, the characterisation was rich and the way you choreographed the narrative, sheer brilliance. It was superb!

I am sure that if you do write a sequel, it will be magic! In fact, anything you put pen to paper, or fingertip to keyboard, will be absolutely fantastic!

How often do we, as readers find a gem so beautifully told and written, how often, too do we find a classic completed from start to finish -- kudos for this also. This is a story worth the investment of time to lose yourself and I know many have and will continue to enjoy your work, Syrinx! Salutations! *hands you a diamond studded silver silver pen between the paws of Luna and a pink rose and bows* L.

No! It CAN'T be the end! What about getting Ann and Mimette fired? About getting Ami and Zoicite together at last? BUt it was a wonderful story, and thank you for writing it and for posting it up for everyone to read.

Oh! How wonderful! I absolutely loved it. Are you writing an epilouge also? If you are I can't wait to read it.

Poor Ami. :(

Absolutely brilliant! I liked how everything comes apart all at once. How fitting that after building such complex patterns and all the secret plotting, it all bursts out into the open at once. I can't wait for the next chapter to see what on earth happens next. That was a very evil place to finish the chapter. I love it!

Ahhh, you've completely slain me! And I thought -I- loved cliffhangers! =P Yeah, I didn't see that one coming either, you got me good. Good job as always, I'm looking forward to the next chapter!

The masterstroke of writing genius!

WISE, I was impressed by the timing of this story, over-all it has moved so fluidly, each nuance, shift in dramatic intensitty, the humor, the suspense, and in this chapter it all comes full-circle and we find ourselves pulled inextricably into the heart of this brilliant narrative, the moment of truth arrives and what a cliff-hanger! Beautifully written and imagery stunning as always! *hands you a bunch of pink roses and silver crystal pen and bows* L.

Why is the Andrew blaming Darien and the other's for Ami's pregnancy? Surely she hasn't been in the house for 3 months?

I'm sure that the questions will be unravled in the next chapter. I'm really looking forward to it. :)

Oh that was brilliant but extremely cruel! For every one answer there are another ten questions...and the cliffhanger! At least we now know that it really is Ami...but that's pretty much all that's certain. Wow, that chapter was SOOO amazingly good! I loved the way Anne and Mimette spill the beans, and I VERY badly hope that they get fired, ditto with Rubeus. I feel so sorry for Mimoko, and for Ami. At least Zoicite and Ami have started something, and I hope something more develops between them. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE update soon! I'm DYING for the next chapter, I HAVE to know what happens! Looking for ward for the day...and great work.

Please, please tell me she's going to give them all a piece of her mind ...

Yay, another chapter!! Please keep them coming!!!

Do I really even need to say anything Syrinx? ^_^

This is probably my favorite story for many reasons. It's excellently written, with great characterization and description, wonderful flow and a unique and developed plot and subplots. I really enjoy how you've melded unusually characters of SM into this world as well.

And I just love the mystery, suspense, tension between certain boys and a certain girl ^_^ and humor you've obviously taken your time to create. Good job!

*patiently waits for more* hehe

It's been so long since you've updated! :\ I was sort of hoping this would be the last chapter... I was just inquiring, would you be posting the next chapter any time soon?

Interesting; I like it!!

a beautifully complex weft

WISE: Oh, Syrinx, this is so good. The schemeing and the plotting, suspense and intrigue...this chapter has brought things to a new peek and has me wanting more!

Luna was gorgeous as always, but I was worried for the little black kitty there, she is a clever one. All the intricate strands are coming together beautifully. The characters are vivid, alive and palpable.

Another stroke of genius and skill from your hand, Lady Syrinx!

*hands you a bunch of roses tied with a sapphire colored ribbon and bows* l.

Well, this just gets better and better, doesn't it?

Your use of the language is wonderful and the vocabulary doesn't seem forced. It fits naturally. I love it.

I will have trouble waiting for chapter 10 though. I hope it doesn't take as long as chapter 9 did. :)

I feel ridiculous admitting this but I want to scream in excitement! I was completely thrilled to find The Mousetrap again - It's been a while since I last read it but its one of those amazing stories that you just keep an eye out for and hope you find it updated.

Your characters are wonderful. I love the way the men play off each other- good friends who know each other well, or at least think they do. I really admire the way you effectively use slightly conflicting observations from the various characters about the others to heighten the suspense of the story. The inner thoughts (which normally would have to be the 'truth') often seem to conflict with the outside observations but all the concrete details remain consistent througout the story. With all the suspicions and assumptions flying around - something has to break somewhere but for the life of me I can't even guess where it will be. As a reader you just keep thinking that if only I had a little more information I could get this mess all straightened out. I have no idea how you are keeping the different plot lines so intricately wound around each other. And they all work together at the same time to build the suspense.

I can't wait to read the next chapter - you have no idea how excited I was to hear that this was off hiatus and moving to the end. Thanks for the heads up - you totally made my day!

Ive gotta tell you this is by far the best story i have read and i am in love whit the story your spelling an gramma are real good i wish i could right and spell as good as you but pleasee can you make the chapters a little longer and UPDATE soonnn please i am going to die if i dont get to read the next episode of this amazing story sow please i beg please UPDATE soon and well done

A lovely mystery! Just when I think I'm sure Lady Mizuno is who she says she is, you write something that tells me she isn't. And then you write something that convinces me that she is. And then...there's no telling, really! Wondering what, exactly, her secret is is killing me! It's good to know that you've finished a rough draft, because I would die if you left this unfinished!

Speaking of rough drafts, brava to your editors! The spelling and grammar in this piece are absolutely flawless! They have done justice to your amazing story.

Your characterization is superb! I find myself especially intrigued by Zoisite, a character that I can tell you've truly thought out well. Your characters and their relationships weave in and out of each other in this intricate story, and I must admit I'm in love.

Your shifting from one POV to another? Wonderful! I feel as though I'm really inside each character's head. And what a great job you've done dropping into Lady Mizuno's head and keeping her secret while still sounding genuine!

I absolutely love subplots. The Chiba household really is falling apart with Lady Chiba gone, isn't it? I adore all the little conflicts that are going on throughout the house. Poor Umino! Could the theft of the silver, as well as Luna's rodent problems, have a place in the story's bigger picture?

I want to find a suggestion to give you, something you really need to improve on. But aside from a few tiny little grammatical errors (i.e., first sentence of chapter two) that I only noticed when I read it the third time through in my search (and whose flaws are debatable anyway), I have nothing to say! I'll have to get back to you on that.

I will be anxiously awaiting your next update!

~Lydia

A really intriguing chapter -- brilliant as always. (glad Luna's still about! ^_^) Well written! *hands you sapphire roses & bows* L. =^_^=

All I can say Syrinx is that once again you've enhanced this mystery in an intricate fashion. I loved the way you brought the chapter to a head and it was amazing! Well done! *hands you a silver rose and bows* L.

This is a wonderful story! Very suspenseful, and well written! I hope you update soon!

Oh wow!! You definatle have to get the rest in soon! Cliff hangers are soo mean! Grrr... Oh, well. It's been wonderful so far can't wait to read the rest!

Aaaaaurgh! How could you leave it there?!

Brilliant, like all the previous chapters. You have such a knack for writing mysteries. I'm completely intrigued by the plot and can't wait for more.

Here's hoping you get it out soon....

Awwwww you wicked wicked girl! How dare you leave it like that!! Man I wish that Usagi would just come home already. Anywhoo, loving it, keep em comming!

Oh wow.. That was great! I wish you wouldn't leave us like that but I suppose all authors do that every once in awhile if not all the time right? We(Your beloved fans and I) would really apprecieate it if you updated sooner.

-Bakayaro

I don't believe I've ever read a story quite like this one, and that in itself is enough to keep a fickle reader like me interested. But you've piqued my curiosity and your way of writing is absolutely incredible. You reveal just enough information to bait, but not so much that I really have much of a clue what all the answers are. And just enough is written to keep me coming back for more. Really, an amazing story, both in plot and in mechanics. Can't wait to see more!

Well, this chapter was really good as too the others, there's a real smouldering mystery here saturated in atmosphere, I hope Luna's back soon, great characterisation and keeps you guessing, great job Syrinx, *hands you sapphire roses & bows* L..

arghhhh its sooo.....plottish. lol. for a lack of a better word at this time ill use that. everyone's so suspicious with everybody. man is the situation getting more and more messy. i hope to read more.

Wow! What a wonderful web, or trap you've woven ... you've heightened the tension & suspense another notch... great chapter *winks* L.

I love this story; it possesses the right mix of intrigue, it has a good interwoven plot line ... Ann the central protagonist along with Nephrite & Zoisite ... the mirroring of class ... I also love how you've portrayed Luna, she's gorgeous and I love the POV dialogue, You're timing of the narrative is solid and balanced with the timbre of life on an estate ... I've read Victoria Holt's period fiction and the mood and authenticity in your story bares the same quality ... I could not find any real flaws and if there are any they're cosmetic & easily touched up ... in all an amazing piece of writing with characters that are fascinating and the tension & suspense is great ... enjoying this so much looking forward to more ... L.

I really enjoyed reading this. I'm so jealous how well you write. Although the main character appears to be Ami, I love how you weave together the entire cast. The characters are so lifelike, it's almost scary. oh and i LOVE how you invovled Luna into the storyline. I can't wait to see how everything intertwines.

Really well written. ^^ The characters are all so engaging, particularly the household staff...
I love the fact that you're staying true to the time period of the story. I've noticed that lots of writers usally have difficulty with historical speech, descriptions, etc., but your writing is just flawless. Can't wait for more!!

Mwah! This was GREAT!!! I like the fact that it holds an air of mystery as well as a bit of humour! Poor Zoicite... thinking naughty thoughts was he? tsk tsk tsk... :shakes head: lol I love to hate Ann, want Momo to be Ami's maid, and why in God's name is someone stealing the silverware? Poor Melvin! :grin: Keep the good times a rollin'!

Definately a good read and original. I haven't seen anyone come up with a story like this before. To get technical: the grammar is excellent and flows quite nicely. Please continue to weave your magic.

My problem when reading is when a writer doesn't format a story a certain way to be read properly I have a frustrating time reading that story. I'm not saying your story bad. I am just having a hard time reading it.

Excellent!

I just love the way you describe things: "scuttled off". I would never have thought to use that word, and now that it has been used I'm sort of disappointed I'd never thought of it.

You manage to draw the emotions from the story and envelope the reader in them. Being the large Usagi and Mamoru fan that I am, added to your talent of writing, I am truly worried about Lady Chiba. What's more I'm eager to find out what happens to Lady Mizuno! I don't normally read Ami fiction but I am wondering what her large secret could be.

Mysterious! Keep writing!