I’m loving reading everyone’s answers to these questions. So interesting. I’m not sure I can add anything of value! I agree so much with @ThePlumbob’s analysis!
1. Did you think the events of Paris make sense in context of S1?
Yes, I did; no elaboration here, for as far as I can recall, it all rolled together.
2. Did the Paris Retrospective change your view/opinion about S1 characters/events?
Inevitably yes, getting to know any characters more by seeing their past can't help but influence perception. Franny and Mae the most, obviously, though perhaps Franny more than Mae; I still feel like a lot of what she has going on in S1 is mysterious.
Definitely I feel like the mystery of Franny and Rosa has fallen into context. Even though we don't see the whole process, it's easy to follow that path in your mind to suppose how they ended up where they are in S1.
3. Anything that surprised you?
The whole kidnapping plot was a fun surprise, as well as its resolution. We need more fun surprises in simlit, more consequences, more worrying about the fate of characters, more not knowing for a certainty what's going to happen.
Those qualities were both my favourite part of Paris, as well as the things that surprised me the most. I'm sure I'm not alone in liking fresh plots and characters that have heart and complexity!
4. What were your initial expectations/theories about Mae+Fran's past?
I can't remember having any overly ornate theories going into Paris, though I suspected (or maybe it was wishful thinking?) that their connection had been romantic in nature at some point.
Because you asked me so nicely to answer these (practically held me at a gunpoint, but I forgive U! )
1. Did you think the events of Paris make sense in context of S1?
I believe they did. I'm glad the mystery of Mae's and Franny's past was explained. Not gonna lie, I'm hoping we'll get a detailed insight into other characters and their past too, because it was fun with Mae and Francesco and it added so much depth to their chars.
2. Did the Paris Retrospective change your view/opinion about S1 characters/events?
My general opinion of them didn't change that much. I still hold grudges against them for some of their actions but I can say I now regard them with something that resembles understanding.
3. Anything that surprised you?
The biggest surprise was the amount of work you put into the whole Paris part of the story. I didn't expect that. Maybe you hadn't either. There's a lot of side characters but you portrayed them so well and gave them so much depth that they competed for my attention with your main cast. They aren't just cardboard pieces, they live and breathe, are driven. Saying goodbye to them was the hardest part about the end of Paris part.
4. What were your initial expectations/theories about Mae+Fran's past?
I didn't expect the whole gang thing for sure. I also didn't expect to find Francesco in such state and such dangerous relationship when we first met him. After the first season's rather carefree mood it set a completely different tone and I loved it.
Your writing (and screenshoting) gets better and better. Every new chapter is a real treat. I can't wait to see what you have in store for us next.
@AudreyFld ahhh don't worry, I really liked your comments on the chapters it was clear that you enjoyed reading them.
@WagonFruit@Maladi777 ty gals I admit my biggest worry was that I'd open too many plot holes or that the past would contradict the present, so I'm glad that apparently it is not the case xD
And may I add to the feedback that I simply love that neither Franny or Mae ever knew what exactly was going on with the kidnapping. Like, explaining is good and nice and it must all make sense but it is so very realistic that they never quite got to know the full extent and I love that fact.
@MrsRacooney Thank you!! I always found it so unrealistic when the villains reveal literally everything to their victims (and in this case, tony too haha) so I'm glad this is appreciated! I hope with Leroux' perspective & Charli's observations added there is still enough revealed for the reader to connect some ties, at least.
@ThePlumbob aww thanks that is so sweet yeah they all got make overs and also there's two new ones! and I'm soooo excited to write them- esp Ben is such a sweetheart
@AudreyFld hehe thank you yeah it wasn't so obvious in Paris with all the mental instability, but Fran is actually pretty chill. Still quite a hot head though, if things don't go his way
This chapter was such a wonderful surprise. Such a gem.
There's all this mess that Mae and Franny left in their wake at the end of season 1. Angry neighbours siding either with Rosa, Herbert or in rare cases with Mae, many of them taking out their anger on Linda. All this might make you think that those are the most important events of this chapter, but they are only a backdrop to the really important stuff. To the thing that happened subtly without anyone noticing in a matter of few minutes, in a few spoken words and a great deal of silence. The hostile neighbours will eventually calm down and gossip will cease and people will find other things to occupy themselves with, but the few silent minutes between Linda and Frank likely changed their relationship forever.
I love all the subtle things in this chapter. I could almost see @candycottonchu winking at me from some screenshots encouraging me to laugh with her at hidden jokes. Even more is revealed about our beloved characters in things that are left unsaid.
Both Frank and Linda really shine in this chapter. I thought I had them both figured out. I thought Frank was the stereotypical lovesick puppy following Linda everywhere. But in this chapter he showed us he's more than that. He's a man of high morals. The truth about Linda's affair with a married man was a hard blow for him. He'd held her in high esteem, probably hadn't even thought himself worthy of her. Only to realize she's not as perfect as he believed. He's disappointed in her, obviously. It's so unfair of him, though. And so... human. Because it's so easy to fall into the trap of wrong assumptions and high expectations.
And she's defenseless. You can't compete with someone's idealized image of you of which existence you didn't even have an idea, can you? So she's being herself trying to apply reason and logic which only fuels Frank's growing impression that she's cold and unfeeling, so different from his fantasy Linda, someone he doesn't recognize anymore. In all the mess caused by Mae and Francesco, Frank was Linda's rock. She only started to realize it, to really see him and appreciate him. And all of a sudden she's losing him. All because of her past affair with Alejandro who wasn't even worth it. Nothing comes without a price and actions have consequences as they should. I love how wonderfully clueless Linda is regarding the reason behind Frank's strange and seemingly extreme reaction. From her POV they have been friends nothing more. Friends don't judge each other so harshly. You can forgive a friend things that you can't forgive your partner/husband. And therein lies the rub.
Did I mention I loved this chapter?
Masterful.
I couldn’t have said it better than everyone else! We are thrilled to have these complex and fun characters back. Looking forward to more Frank and Linda.
@Maladi777 You said this so beautiful! And you're right, these few minutes were a cornerstone in their relationship that changed how they perceive each other. The biggest challenge for both of them is now if they can overcome their differences.
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anyway.
Believe me when I tell you Herbert is much more fun if he stays alive 🤭
That's some theory tho. Mae and Mari would probably have a v rocky start then.
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1. Did you think the events of Paris make sense in context of S1?
Yes, I did; no elaboration here, for as far as I can recall, it all rolled together.
2. Did the Paris Retrospective change your view/opinion about S1 characters/events?
Inevitably yes, getting to know any characters more by seeing their past can't help but influence perception. Franny and Mae the most, obviously, though perhaps Franny more than Mae; I still feel like a lot of what she has going on in S1 is mysterious.
Definitely I feel like the mystery of Franny and Rosa has fallen into context. Even though we don't see the whole process, it's easy to follow that path in your mind to suppose how they ended up where they are in S1.
3. Anything that surprised you?
The whole kidnapping plot was a fun surprise, as well as its resolution. We need more fun surprises in simlit, more consequences, more worrying about the fate of characters, more not knowing for a certainty what's going to happen.
Those qualities were both my favourite part of Paris, as well as the things that surprised me the most. I'm sure I'm not alone in liking fresh plots and characters that have heart and complexity!
4. What were your initial expectations/theories about Mae+Fran's past?
I can't remember having any overly ornate theories going into Paris, though I suspected (or maybe it was wishful thinking?) that their connection had been romantic in nature at some point.
1. Did you think the events of Paris make sense in context of S1?
I believe they did. I'm glad the mystery of Mae's and Franny's past was explained. Not gonna lie, I'm hoping we'll get a detailed insight into other characters and their past too, because it was fun with Mae and Francesco and it added so much depth to their chars.
2. Did the Paris Retrospective change your view/opinion about S1 characters/events?
My general opinion of them didn't change that much. I still hold grudges against them for some of their actions
3. Anything that surprised you?
The biggest surprise was the amount of work you put into the whole Paris part of the story. I didn't expect that. Maybe you hadn't either.
4. What were your initial expectations/theories about Mae+Fran's past?
I didn't expect the whole gang thing for sure. I also didn't expect to find Francesco in such state and such dangerous relationship when we first met him. After the first season's rather carefree mood it set a completely different tone and I loved it.
Your writing (and screenshoting) gets better and better. Every new chapter is a real treat. I can't wait to see what you have in store for us next.
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Also, Franny with that lollipop is precious, lol!
Definitely hyped about the new season now!
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@ThePlumbob aww thanks that is so sweet
@AudreyFld hehe thank you
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I made a casting call.
Send me your simbs
LINK
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Here is the link to the tray files. Let me know if you can't download for some reason.
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That’s sweet. But use them how they work.
I love Fran & Mae, but srly I missed the others and I hope you too ✨
S2/01.01 Trash Talk - Linda West
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I need to do some extra reading.
Okay
That was amazing.
I need to pick my jaw up from wherever it fell on the floor. But. Ah. Im so giddy with excitement that you've started S2. 🎊
There's all this mess that Mae and Franny left in their wake at the end of season 1. Angry neighbours siding either with Rosa, Herbert or in rare cases with Mae, many of them taking out their anger on Linda. All this might make you think that those are the most important events of this chapter, but they are only a backdrop to the really important stuff. To the thing that happened subtly without anyone noticing in a matter of few minutes, in a few spoken words and a great deal of silence. The hostile neighbours will eventually calm down and gossip will cease and people will find other things to occupy themselves with, but the few silent minutes between Linda and Frank likely changed their relationship forever.
I love all the subtle things in this chapter. I could almost see @candycottonchu winking at me from some screenshots encouraging me to laugh with her at hidden jokes. Even more is revealed about our beloved characters in things that are left unsaid.
Both Frank and Linda really shine in this chapter. I thought I had them both figured out. I thought Frank was the stereotypical lovesick puppy following Linda everywhere. But in this chapter he showed us he's more than that. He's a man of high morals. The truth about Linda's affair with a married man was a hard blow for him. He'd held her in high esteem, probably hadn't even thought himself worthy of her. Only to realize she's not as perfect as he believed. He's disappointed in her, obviously. It's so unfair of him, though. And so... human. Because it's so easy to fall into the trap of wrong assumptions and high expectations.
And she's defenseless. You can't compete with someone's idealized image of you of which existence you didn't even have an idea, can you? So she's being herself trying to apply reason and logic which only fuels Frank's growing impression that she's cold and unfeeling, so different from his fantasy Linda, someone he doesn't recognize anymore. In all the mess caused by Mae and Francesco, Frank was Linda's rock. She only started to realize it, to really see him and appreciate him. And all of a sudden she's losing him. All because of her past affair with Alejandro who wasn't even worth it. Nothing comes without a price and actions have consequences as they should. I love how wonderfully clueless Linda is regarding the reason behind Frank's strange and seemingly extreme reaction. From her POV they have been friends nothing more. Friends don't judge each other so harshly. You can forgive a friend things that you can't forgive your partner/husband. And therein lies the rub.
Did I mention I loved this chapter?
Masterful.
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@Maladi777 You said this so beautiful! And you're right, these few minutes were a cornerstone in their relationship that changed how they perceive each other. The biggest challenge for both of them is now if they can overcome their differences.
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S2/01.02 Trash Talk - Retrospective: Linda West
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