Hi Everyone.  Just did a search on the web and found part 15 via a link from BigCloset TopShelf.

However, I cannot publish the link.  I searched for the books tiles and author and got my way to BigCloset TopShelf Forum page headed Karen Lea's Educating Danielle.  The link is published there at the moment.

It moves the story on but just a bit.  I also found out the books (2) are available from Amazon printed and Kindle with a 3rd being written.

What I do not know is if Book 1 finishes at part 15 or not and thus if Book 2 starts from later on.

Bye

Hi Every one.  Just had a thought and looked into the pending 'Story Queue' and found:-

08/26/09 - Educating Danielle - 015 - Karen E. Lea - x

Thus, in 2009 is looks like an update was sent in but has not been published onto the site - yet.

My tongue is hanging out. It seems so near but so far.

There is a long list there which is a shame.

Bye

Hi Karen.  Just read your story in one sitting.  So sorry that you stopped writing for some reasons or other.  I hope you are well.  I also I hope you come here and have a read of the latest comments on your story.  It was an enjoyable read with a bit of everything thrown in, home life, marriage, dating, rich, famous and the down side of life those that don't understand, thugs, those you think they can dictate what they want.  Yes the world we live today in this story in some shape of form.

I did feel the story was a tad bit too good, some of the things were smoothed over or accepted far to quickly.  For instance there was nothing stopping Jeff Williams wearing a kilt to work/other times and the rest of his clothing as a man.  At least that would take the edge off until he had his alone time.  What's also a shame is when a person writes a story that has no end target in chapters lengths or time limits due to circumstances it may not get finished.  Thus looking back if some of the add on items were excluded from the story it may have been finished enough for us to find out about the main department store shoot and what the finished video shoot ended up like.  Lastly we may have found out about Danielle's health issues which seem to be hormonal for some reason.

Thus I feel one chapter looking back from about five years in the future from where this current story ends could rap this story up.
Karen, thank you for the time you spent writing the story you have given us.

I looked up Karen on the the 'Where Are They Now?' part of the site but Karen is not mentioned but is seems it was last updated 05-08-03.

mVTmwX Your idea is outstanding; the issue is something that not enough persons are speaking intelligently about. I am very happy that I stumbled throughout this in my seek for one thing regarding this.

Someone else mentioned this tale so l looked it up. Not disappointed at all. Really enjoyed it. Just a shame that it is not complete.

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very good story,can hardly wait for more

I confirm and agree with every other comment. Great story, easily the best on the entire site and over the years I've read them all. Please please please finish it!

  Good on yer mate. Spellbinding beginning for a book series, when will it be continued ?

Really great story.

Love this story, best one on this site, and there are some good ones here.  Really wish that this was complete, I would love to know how the various threads finish.  The characters are believable, and feel very real; we can't help but to cheer with them, cry with them, wish them well.  Please, if at all possible, could you go on with this wonderful narrative and let us know about Jeff and Laura's wedding, Danielle's future, how her catalog modelling went, how the cd did, etc?  It appears that this site has not been updated in a very long time, but perhaps there is somewhere that you could or have continued this tale?  Would love to see it.  Thanks.

A very well written story, it flows beautifully and holds the interest without any hiccups. It is also exciting in places and wonderful and moving in others. It is also refreshing to read a story based in Aus, most seem to be in the USA, and occasionally in England (where I live). As per the other readers comments it is a great shame that the story stops at 14, with a cliffhanger. It would be great to hear about how Danielle gets on with her Spencer's contract, and her growing breasts - I can only assume that she is intersex and will develop increasingly as a biological female. Again a very good and enjoyable story and please please please, write some more !

Wonderful story, I could see myself and my own story in it many times. Thank you for writing it and as one of the other readers said, nice to find a story that shows cross-dressers to be normal human beings with real feelings. Bises, Amy (from France)

Just finished reading your story, and i9 found it to be very interesting. I have been to Sidney and do know of some of the places you mentioned. When do you plan on giving us part 15 and more???
You left the sorry uncomplete at the end of part 14. What has happened after that??
Dick

A beautiful story, very well written.  When are we going to see the next and future instalments.  Please write some more, the story must carry on

I hope you are still writing as this is just beautiful!  I am so tired of stories where the CD is caught, humiliated and subjected to all kinds of emotional abuse for simply being themselves.

I would just love to be Karen, or Laura or Danielle!  I can't rad the story fast enough!  Thank you so much!

A Super Story I Am The same Couln't Stop Reading It Pretty Please Finish The Story  We All Love It Hope That It Has A Very Very Happy Ending It Is The Best Story Yet For Crossdressers ?? So Beautifull

WOW what a story. Hope you can finish.  Makes me wish it were true and I were Danielle.  Best Ive' read in a long time.

Beautiful story, was unable to stop once I'd started, I hope that it continues. Would make a good film!!

karen, im looking forward to reading lots more about danielle.
robert

I love this story and look foreward to future chapters.

How awesome.  Well written, could not tear myself away.  Thank you.

Well written, sympathetic. Could we have some more please? Trust you are well

I love the story start to finish I hope ther will be more I am not one to read but I couldn't stop

thank you for wrighting this story

Would you PLEASE let me know when you do the next chapters or when you plan on finiching the story, just can't wait for the next or the end.

I loved the story I hope you finish it soon. Take care and I wish you peace, love and happiness

Such a beautiful story.It is lovely to visualise what a beautiful
girl Dannielle was becoming.Her mother Laura was such a beautiful
understanding lady and Sandra is georgeous.
Every crossdresser dreams of having a life like that.I look foreward to the next installment. Sharon

is ch 15 the latest chapter?

So nice to see that they story is continuing, I went back and read everything from start to finish and now cannot wait to see what happens next.
The story is great, the plots nicely muddled and intertwined and the story line nicely paced
I can hardly wait for the next chapter
Sara

Saw the continuation and re-read everything from the start.  Still one of the best stories out there, especially now that we can hope for further updates.

I was slightly concerned that Karen would be unable to get all her widely varied storylines back under control.  It's still a concern (and now a couple of new subplots have been added to the mix), but nevertheless a remarkable job of moving the story forward and running at least a couple of them closer together.

Looking forward to more (but I guess I said that already).

Eric

Thanks so much for the latest chapter.  Have thoroughly enjoyed re-reading Danielle's adventures.  Anxiously awaiting future installments.

I've re-read all the story so far and now I'm sitting here drooling for more...  

Hoping you can continue to show us more of the view from your mind's eye

One of the best stories ever, written very well. I did actually cry several times. Some out of jealousy. Oh well. Please continue.

Fantastic to see this story finally returned.  It is one of the best storied I have ever read. Can not wait for you to continue. 4 years is too long to wait for something this great.

Fantastic to see this story finally returned.  It is one of the best storied I have r]ever read. Can not wait for you to continue.

ok part 15 done now im dying for more, drat..

Just finished reading this story and I am smacking myself in the head at not reading it sooner. I am so glad you've continued with it and look forward to more!

Hugs,
MariBeth

Karen, I am so glad you were able to get this going again.  *big hugs*

As you can see(read), there are many fans waiting to have you continue the best story on the net.  It is along time coming and I for one is truely apprecitive for your continued effort to write this marvelous story.  This was definitely an early Christmas present.

Hi Karen,

I've little to add to what's been said before. I too am delighted to see another part of this wonderful story, which probably gets the most reads of any that I have.

Susie

Like many others, I'm so happy to see a new chapter of this wonderful story. I just did a complete series re-read. I hope additional postings are forthcoming within a short time.

And everybody shouted "Welcome back!"  It's the chorus of an old old music hall song but I was singing it in my head as I read this latest episode.  Jeff and Danielle are just what Curtis/ Becky need and I can't wait to read how the loose ends are tied up.  Stay with it Karen.

What a wait, but it was worth it! No lapse in the characterizations, and the action follows right along. Hope the wait for the next chapter is not as long, but I will be here waiting for it when it does. Nice work, Karen. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Patience is rewarded.

Thank you for the latest chapter in one of my most favorite stories!  It is a wonderful chapter with so many nuances.  You certainly leave us craving more.  So many questions.  So many twists and turns.

Thanks for sharing.  Please continue as soon as you can.

Karen,

Thank you for a wonderful story. It is one that you can read over and over because of the love and support it offers(not counting Curtis' dad). It is one of the best stories on the net and thank you for continuing it. Unfortunately, it appears that trouble is around the corner and only time and you will tell what happens.

Again, thank you for a truly wonderful story.

Dru

 Wow - it was my birthday last week - what a fabulous present!

Please don't have another 3 year sabbatical.

Dear Karen,

It was a long wait, but I am so glad you have carried on with this tale.  Part 15 has been worth waiting for.  Looking forward to reading how everything pans out, with no-money-sam, with the brute who beat up his kids, and seeing the sperm donor who helped Laura get pregnant get his come-uppance.  And of course how Danielle's continued education goes.

A truly magnificent story you have written.  As can be seen from the many comments left by your readers.  Well done, and many, many thanks to you for sharing it with us all.

XXX

Briar

i throughly enjoyed your story and really hoping you can finsh it in the future

This is one great story that really needs to be finished. You've left poor Beckey out to dry and this is to good a story not to end.

Why are you doing this to your readers?
Finish the story, please!
Kisses.
Silvia.

Karen,

I just discovered your wonderful story, only to be saddened with an empty feeling because it was never finished.  Please make it a point to set aside time to continue and finish this great story.

Geena

i really enjoyed reading this story and beg you to please finish it. i think you have a real talent for writing and would really love to be able to see how everything turns out.  thank you

Like many of the other comments , I really like your story and I too, woould like to see an end . What ever it is that is giving the boy the boobs without apparent outside help would be nice to have! Really beleiveable. Wish I knew lpeople like this!

Karen,

I know I asked you to do this before, and I thank you for writing back to me.  You said Real Life was getting in the way of you completing the tale.

You really owe it to your Self, and to the Characters you have created, even more than to us mere readers, to carry on and complete this.  

You have incredible talent.  This really is one of the best tales on the entire site.  It is a shame to not use the skills you so clearly have.

Lots of best wishes to you, and thanks for writing it so far. Even if you can't finish it, I admire your work.

Briar

This is the best story I read on the net. I would be proud to to call Jeff (Karen), Laura and Danielle best friends

The characters are totally real and believable.

Please, please, please ... finsh the story

Excellent story, many threads coming together, can we have more please?

The stories are excellent and one would hope that you continue your writing.  Congratulation on all your characters.

Thank you for a wonderful set of stories. Well written, good humoured and interesting characters. The development of all has been fascinating to see. Lots of 'if only it were me' in my head. Please keep writing.

PLEASE CONTINUE YOUR STORY ie EDUCATING DANIELLE. IT IS SO RIVETING

This is SUCH a riveting story. Great characters, excellent storyline, colorful settings, very uplifting...I found I had to read each installment in short order.  Unfortunately, I notice these were written long ago and I'm afraid I'll never see the end.

I do so much wish there would be additional chapters.

You have a magnificent writing style and I'd so much love to read more of your work.

This is an added comment ... I wondered why #14 followed closely but as NEW was written several years ago.  I'm kinda new with this form of publishing our work so there must have been a reason.  What was it, if I may ask. John  

Karen, you've certainly the talent to catch my attention.  The plot is moving; characters well defined and underneath there seems something about you - hard to describe.  Is this what you would have wished for as your experience in this incarnation (life)?   I feel that often our fantasisies came from future lives ... I know that sounds fantastic but we've all been here before and will be here again and CAN script for the future.  So, is something like your story a plan for a future scenerio.  Believe me, it's excellent. Keep writing ... John    

Jesus Karen. This story grows on you as you read it.
I've finished it, and I really like it.

Even though it's a lot of 'sugar' sprinkled on it you are getting to where it counts.

I hope you're doing okey and that you will finish it.
As it's actually one of the very few best stories I've read on the net about trans gender and crossdressing.
No BS :)

You are creating real faces for them and helping people to relate to it.
And in a much better way than all that Sadomasochistic BS that some authors(?) here seem to believe to be the norm

You are creating real life characters here, and that's no joke.
You have a future writing.

cheers
Yoron.

I like this story.
I'm on chapter four looking forward to five :)

You seem to try to make a serious effort to create a plausible framework.
And your style of writing is free flowing and enjoyable.
It's very nice to see someone creating something to like.

Instead of some sadomasochistic mishmash that only makes me want to puke.
People are People, no matter your inclinations.
As long as everyone remembers that, it works :)

Cheers
Yoron.

This author has the dry and acerbic sort of wit that can so easily be turned into an edged weapon. For example:

"Can I leave school and get a job[?], I'm old enough."

"S..sorry?"

"You know, leave school and get a job."

"Daniel or Danielle?" I asked.

"Danielle of course."

"Doing what?"

"I thought dad might able to help."

"Sure, know a bloke who packs containers of dog food for Japan. Heavy work though, twenty two tonne per container, always looking for new blood."

"Daadd! You know, your place."

"Who would you like me to sack, so you can have a job, Cindy or Charlene[?]."

The author also reveals something of interest while developing the main character's...em, character: while Daniel is a shy, retiring boy who speaks in monosyllables with flat affect, Danielle turns out to be something of a coquette-- when she is not being a flat out minx, that is. How many of us TG types also have this personality duality, depending upon whether we are in drab or femme?

Very good story!  I hope that this story continues very soon!?  I also wished that I had not missed out on so much. I do not believe that my Daddy would hace understood either!

                 Vivien

A wonderful story, well written and well paced, really made me think of how I missed out when I was younger when my parents "Did not understand"
Would love to read the end of this one, please,

Has anyone heard from Karen in the last year as no more chapters have been postedl. I hope that SHE IS STILL ALIVE !

Well, what CAN I say.  Nothing.  I'm dumfounded with the story and the skill with which it has been written.  VERY few slight errors do nothing to alter the quality of this whole series.  Anything further would only add cream to a delicious jam topping.

ALL writers should aim for this standard.  There is FAR TOO MUCH CRAP on this website.

I can't begin to describe how amazing this work of yours is. After reading all 15 installments I imagine the biggest effect it has is allowing the reader to see something socially abnormal as everything but. It is an amazing accomplishment. You have a gift.

 With so many people loving your wonderful story it would be a shame to let talent get wasted please a little more (Oliver )
exelent story  great author  keep up the good work

xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox   Rone  :)

I found your story by accident as I was scrolling down the various lists. It is a wonderful story and well told.
While reading it, I have gotten the idea that you possibly know or knew someone who fits "Karen's/Jeff's mold). All I can say is if you do, then bravo for them.
I look forward very much to reading more of the story as you put it on-line.
Have you ever considered making it into a novel? It would do wonders in helping to explain cross-dressing, transgendered, transsexual persons to the main stream audience.  
As a member of the above named groups, and having a wonderful wife who knows all about me since we got married 37 years ago and allows me to dress anytime I wish, I again want to thank you for such a well written work.
Hoping to read more from you soon, Huggs,
your new fan, Janice Lynn

Many thanks for an absorbing and interesting few hours.
I grew up knowing I was different, but found out much too late to do anything real about it.
Once again thank you.
                       Robyn.

I just read this story and was amazed. Whoever wrote this ought to be
writing books. I loved this story, just wish there were more chapters to it. I couldn't stop reading after I started.

I've just read this story for the third time in about 12 months.  I still think it's one of the very best and can't wait for the next instalment.  Please keep writing Karen, as you obviously have a real talent.  All of your characters are so real and believable, and I'm sure we all recognise similar situations, feelings and experiences having occurred in our own lives.  Many thanks for sharing your winderful story thus far.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Wonderful story. I just realized it has been a few months since I read it, so I re read it again. I still like it. I am in such a hurry to read the next chapter.

This story deserves much greater exposure than it gets here. I hope the author has further plans for this work. I suspect s/he does some other writing besides this. I look forward to future installments.

I've just read the whole story this afternoon and found it captivating, a beautiful story with beautiful characters.  Really, really enjoyable I can't wait for the next chapters.  Thanks for sharing this story.

Just re-read the whole thing -- again. Great story. I add my hope that the next episode isn't too long in coming. Thanks for putting the effort in.

One, hopefully constructive, comment: in the bedroom, one usually keeps clothes in "drawers", not "draws", not matter how pronounced. Unless is this is another case of Aussie-English versus American-English along with "colour", "boot", and "despatch" :-)

Karen!

  I've just finished all 14 installments.  They are absolutely GREAT!!  I'm torn between hoping the next installment won't be so long in coming, and wanting you to take enough time to continue with the quality you've infused the tale with.  Very rarely have I come across such an enjoyable story.  You're doing great!

  Enough taking time off to read your well deserved rave reviews.  Now get back to work on part 15.  (Just kidding.  You should take some time to bask in the glow of our affection for this story you've obviously put so much time and effort into.*)

  Jenny

* You have 5 more minutes ... then back to work.  Chop! Chop!

This was a great story I couldn't stop reading until I finished all of it.The love and affection are wonderful to finally see in a story.
Tiny

I just "stumbled" onto this story.  It is a wonderful breath of fresh air!  After being disappointed in so many stories with a angry undertone, it is great to come across a story with much affection between the characters.  The bonus is there are enough details that each character seems to actually be alive.  I've only just read the second installment, but have bookmarked the author's page so I can continue reading it.

after part 14 -
Keep up the good work writergal!  I like the introduction of Curtis into the story.  I'm in Chicago; want me to send some long distance trouble his dad's way?  :-)

Karen E. Lea,

After parts 1 to 14 - I had a great time reading this story. It is a wonderful fantasy to have the struggling, fatherless family find a loving, wealthy person to provide security and comfort. You go even further by having them accepted by upperclass society and respected for their struggles. Your settings are interesting and your characters heroic. Hope you are able to continue to build on this really nice piece.

Best,

anonymousOne

I love your series. Waiting for another installment is diffiicult as it's been a long time.  Keep up the good work.

Lovely story, with joy and love at it's heart. Please write some more. In this hostile world we need more happy tails.

excellent! i discovered this story by mistake and have now read it several times and cannot wait for the next episode. its nice to read something forward looking with a good plot and storyline and characters with flaws.

more please.

Dear Karen,
When I first started reading this story I was hooked.  I found that your style of writing is so pleasing to read.  It almost seems that you are writing a biography more than just a fictional story.  You are a fantastic writer and I hope that you will continue to strive for the high ideals that you have displayed with this story.  It is a great story plot that makes you feel the emotions of the characters, as if you were living along side of them.  Your style of allowing the characters to fully develope and blend into the story is great.

Keep up the fantastic writing and I will be waiting to see the next installment of this story.


Huggs
Michelle

Hi Karen
This is another excellent chapter of an excellent story. The way that you wirte and the details that you describe its almost like you are there. I simply love this story. I cant wait to see where it goes from here. Just dont rush into it just to get it done like some people do and mess up the story. You've done very well so far and I think that everyone would agree take your time but not too long in writing the next chapter's. Keep up the excellent writing.

Sincerely,
John

Brilliant story, just gets better all the time. Definitely one of my favourites and I cant wait for the next installment, but I'll be patient.... Many many thanks and keep on writing, theres plenty more chapters in there developing all the plots.

LOL

Callie

Another chapter well, well worth the wait!  The story, if anything, just keeps getting better and better.  The plot gets richer and richer.  The characters stay true-to-form and while we learn a little more about them, mostly we can just enjoy the time spent in their company.  Karen, I don't know how long you can keep this up, but I'm loving every word of it.  Thanks!

Love this story.  Please do continue it.

Very clever characterisation, and an attractive set of main characters in it.

Hugs,
B

I have read part of the story before and stumbled on it as the new part came up. I just had to re-read the beginning and then kept reading and reading. I just love the colourful story with lots of humour in it. Just wish I was Danielle and still sixteen - and not only for the money (that's something bit much - do young models really make that kind of money). And Jeff / Karen and Laura! Really a match made in heaven! Do continue this! I just can't wait for the hopefully happy ending and hopefully many chapters before it!

Hugs from Sissy Baby Paula and Snowball (my toy puppy)

Just happen to "stumble" upon the first chapter of this wonderful story, after reading it, began to search for more chapters and was lucky enough to find 11 more chapters here. I wish you good health and good writing.  This has become a favorite of mine and I will be looking forward for more chapters as the storyline is well thoughtout and flows so elegantly, it pains me to have to wait for more. This is a begining of a great novel as there are so many, many different characters and plot lines of which you can spin stories.  Thank you for writing such a "happy" book.
rod

Isn't this just a great story!  I raced through this chapter and then (like Pippa) reread every one!  Now really, just how many other stories would you do that for?  Not many!

After rereading all the chapters I sat back and analyzed why this is such a favorite of mine:  This story makes me feel good.  I like the characters.  Like others have commented, no humiliation, no degradation, no violence (but some sex ;-)!)  Good and decent people are triumphing

Jeff/Karen is a strong character and remains strong whatever s/he is wearing.  Jeff and Karen have a positive impact on the lives 'they' touch.  Laura is obviously the 'Holy Grail' of the crossdresser, a woman who will accept both his masculine and feminine side.  And as a long suffering single Mom we have to cheer as her life gets better.  Danielle is just plan fun to watch as she emerges and starts living rather than simply exisiting.

So Karen, even though you spoiled me with your monthly postings last year, I will eagerly await the next chapter - even if it is going to be another four months.

Post another one as soon as you can.  Everyone looks forward to seeing how this story will progess.  As I've said before, I come looking for a new chapter every day.

Thank you for this delightful story, it has been my favorite one on this story site since your first chapter. Jeff/Karen has such a wonderful life. One thing, though, every so often you use an expression or an abbreviation that I'm sure is well known in Australia, but is meaningless here in the States. When Jeff hired Kelly you mentioned a MYOB test (mind your own business?). Do you think you could add a little footnote when you use one of these? It would be very helpful, I like to understand all that is said.
I hope the next chapter won't be so long in coming. I've been waiting so long to read about Danielle's visit with Kim, and now with all the other things happening it is really getting interesting. Thank you.
Hugs, Toni

Just re-read the entire story from the beginning.  What a pleasure!  Simply a marvelous story, very well told.  If you never write another word, I'll always be grateful for what you have given us with Jeff, Karen, Laura, Danielle, Kelly and all the other really memorable characters.  No one does it better!  That said, I'm sitting on the edge of my seat waiting for more, totally hooked!

This is an excellent story. I have to say that it is one of the better storys that I have read to date. You are truly a talented writer. I hope to see more of where this story goes from here. Keep up the good work.

John

Well it was four months, not five, so OK, still a GREAT story.  My questions from my last comment still stand though; this chapter seemed more of an interlude.

Continually the best story ive read..

hope to see some kind of dramatisation on the tele soon :)

Still coming along well -- I'm enjoying this a lot.  It's still my favorite continuing story on this site.

Good to see Jeff making arrangements to spend more time away from Starburst.  It's an interesting situation from a writing standpoint: the title tells us that Danielle's education is going to be the primary focus, yet Jeff, in addition to being the narrator, is the protagonist here -- all the action revolves around him.  So Jeff's going to need more time with Danielle than a steady job elsewhere would allow.  (Sorry to get didactic around readers/writers who probably know more about this stuff than I do.)

There sure are a lot of new characters being introduced as we continue here; Victoria's the latest.  It'll be really interesting seeing where some of them fit into the story.

Eric

At last!  I've been waiting and wating, and the latest chapter in the saga is finally in!  (I guess TiffFox was dead on target, she predicted that it was time for the next chapter.  :-)

I love this story.  No violence, no humiliation, and wonderful characters.  I can't wait to see what's going on with Danielle's hormones.  I can guess, and I know what the options would be if it was one of my stories, but I'm enjoying the suspense.  I just hope I don't have to wait this long for the trip to the doctor and the medical report back!

Ooh, and I really can't wait to see Danielle The Supermodel swingin' it for the music video and the Spencers' catalog.  Or the big outing scene with Jeff and his parents.  "Mum, remember when I was fifteen and you caught me in your lingerie?  Well..."  But I suppose having the wedding at Lady Carrington's estate might make up for that!

And I hope we see more of Laura's family, even if two of them are so horrible it makes me think about suitable literary retributions.  :-)

So please, please don't stop writing this wonderful story,
Diane

Welcome Back Karen  :)

Your excellent story continues.  :)

Hug, Fran
P.S. Please not so long to the next chapter. x

Excellent story, but it does seem about time for the next installment

feels like waiting on eggshells

This is one of the best i've read in a long time, but when are we getting part 12 of your brilliant story?

By far, this is my favorite story I've found here on storysite.  Thank you, Karen!
The author is clearly talented enough to be writing "real" books.  I couldn't stop reading until I finished it.  I'm sitting on the edge of my seat waiting for the next chapter, which I'm sure will be as clever as the rest.
She introduces us to characters who somehow behave realistically enough that we quickly begin to care about them and what they do and who they do it with.  She avoids pitfalls, such as excessive narcissism and fetishistic descriptions of clothing, which often mar the genre.
The relationships between the characters are very well drawn, and what make this story work.
If the author follows this "realistic" path, which I hope she does, I would guess that a concerned Mum and Dad are going to take their daughter to an endocrinologist in the next chapter to see just what is going on!
Whatever it is, I just know it's going to be a great read!
Thanks again.

Dear Karen A truly delightful story and as already stated no humiliation etc which is a definate plus and as Sydney girl I love the fact that you have set the story in my adopted city Keep up the good work Rosemary  

Keep up the fantastic work, you deliver what some of us would call hope. Although it appears as fictional it is definatley something some of us hold close to our hearts. I cannot wait for the story to further unfold your a credit and a gem, You should share your work with the rest of the world.

GREAT!   3 comments:  1)  I would like to know why the sudden female secondary sex characteristics with no outside help.  2)  Weren't they worried that if they pissed off the two promoters too much they might do an in depth investigation of Danielle?  3) I thought it would be interesting if sandra had actually discovered Danielle's secret, and her mom had discovered Karen.  Last, I hope it's not 5 months before part 12.  EXCELLENT!

I am loving this story. Danielle is a lucky girl, growing her own breasts, getting a rich dad/surrogate mom etc. keep it up.

After part 11

The story just keeps going and gets better with each part, the wait was worth it. And the relationship between Jeff and Laura makes a very good backdrop for the main plot revolving around Daniel/Danielle.

Good writing; enough emotion to satisify anyone in touch with their emotional side, and so far no gratutious sex.

Karen,
Still excellent. Keep it up.

I am enjoying this story.  I read chap 1 when it came out, but lost the 'thread' so to speak, and only caught it when chap 10 arrived, so i had a lot of reding catch-up to do!

Lots of wonderful twists here.  I am enjoying it.  I have only been to Australia once,two years ago for 2 1/2 days (travel time exceeding waking time!).  Walked past the Opera House and spent some time in the Botanical Gardens.

Anyway, It always bothers me when the author uses the plot device of a male teen developing sore breasts.  Is Daniel having some hormonal problems???? Why?  In his case there is little reason to expect someone spiking his food.

In Part I compare this story to Lemonade (over on Sappphire's site).  Much more upbeat!

After part 10

It just gets better. Nice touch of honesty from Jeff to the clients. Keep those installments coming please.

After part 10

This excellent story just keeps going and going with very good writing and lively characters. I just can't wait for the next chapter to see what Jeff, Laura and Danielle are doing next.

Thank you Karen

Dear Karen:

  Well I am little late in comments here but your story is so good I wanted to say so myself. I keep reading your story over and over and I haven't tired of it after the seventh time. Your story is one of only two other is have on my hard drive. I really love your story it is fantastic. It is so hard to wait for more but what choice do I have? I am gushing because that is the only honest thing to do.  Characterization, descriptive narrative, humor, crisis, logical transition, attention to detail, and having level headed people in your story I would actually wish to meet if they were real, are just a few of the wonderful parts of storytelling you have mastered. I think you have created three of the best characters I have read about in any story anywhere. Of course they are Jeff/Karen, Laura, and Danielle.  The other characters bring a lot of color to the world you have created. Cindy is particularly fun. Thank you so much for what you have posted so far and I hope you continue for a long time.

Hugs,

Kristi

Wonderful, wonderful.  Please don't stop.  You have me hooked totally.  I keep looking for a new chapter every day and am so dissapointed when I fail to find one.  I'll keep looking and I know that I will see more of this wonderful story.  Respectfully Joe

dear karen, what a lovely story, you must go on. it is so different from many on our favourite subject, this just cries out for expansion of this gorgious story. it is such a lovely twist on the theme, so gentle. love terie

Wow. So many ways the story could have turned. I like the way it has gone. 'This way, they have to tell the truth to start. But in the future...who knows where it is going. John stated he had mates that do the runway shows. Hmmmm.

Hi! Karen  :-)
I'm still in love with your story.
Hugs, Fran

I really enjoy reading , but you have brought out a story and tell it with such a brilliant style and flair... You are an excellent storyteller and should have a long and full life as a author, this work really needs to be made into a movie it would make sorority boys look like small potatoes. Your story line would be simular to " Gone with the Wind." Please do not stop writing ever...

I really enjoy reading , but you have brought out a story and tell it with such a brilliant style and flair... You are an excellent storyteller and should have a long and full life as a author, this work really needs to be made into a movie it would make sorority boys look like small potatoes. Your story line would be simular to " Gone with the Wind. Please do not stop ever...

Congratulations on a wonderful story. You show a great deal of talent in the  clever way you are putting this story together. I've read a great many of the comments from your admiring public and I wholeheartedly agree with them all.
Keep up the good work, I love the story and can't wait to see more.

Just keeps getting better and better.  Annette gone without saying goodbye, strange accounting system, hmmmmmm.  Better sign those contracts, Danielle.

I can only rave about this excellent story! And it just keeps going, the quality is still there and the detail conveys the heart of the story.

Thank you Karen for this lovely story.

Bloodly great mate ,,,,,, excellent story and enjoyed it from down in oz!!!!!!!!!

Well, I just re-read chapters 1-8 for about the 6th time. And I am still not bored with it. I have 3 printed copies of it stashed in various places so that I can read it when I have free time, wherever it is available...(I work 2 jobs, with some down time at and between).
The story is very well written and seems to be well thought out. I think I have a part of it figured out, and the next chapter throws a twist in...keeps me guessing. Keep up the good work. I would ask you to please hurry and get the story finished, but I don't want to see you rush it. As bad as I hate to say it, I will wait.

Hi! Karen :-)

An excellent story, a very good job of writing hon, thank you!
I wrote that in April. I am enjoying the story and loved the lastest installment.

Hugs, Fran

This is a wonderfull story, Karen. It's one that I don't want to see end. Keep up the great work. I'm eagerly awaiting the next part to come out.

Stephie C.

Let's see:  Daniel was supposed to be spending the weekend with Jeff on a job; Jackie has figured out that Karen is Jeff;  so Daniel did not spend the weekend with Jeff;  which means that Danielle is...Uh oh.  

I love this story.  I come looking for it every day.

Thank you, Karen.

What a beautiful story. Just like a good book I hate to stop when I reach the end of each entry. Please don't take to long in posting the next chapters. I would love to read the full story at one sitting.

Another excellent part, This story just rolls on so nicely!

No.8 is no disappointment!  Hardly thought it would be, the little details make this so real, and the diversity of the family members do too, would be so easy to portray them as so much wallpaper paste, Karen you're doing great with this, Joanna

Probably the most enjoyable story I've read here.  I'm definitely looking forward to the continuation.

Having said that, I'm puzzled by a couple of points.  One, rather trivial, is that it seems a little inconsistent for Laura to say, in the same seduction scene, that she's taking birth control and hasn't had sex with a man in years.  Made me wonder if she was fully trustworthy, though it obviously didn't bother Jeff.

The other point is that I'm having trouble understanding why Laura would want to take Karen, as her fiance's sister, rather than Jeff to an event where it would seem to be to her advantage to show him off to the family.  His going as Jeff might complicate Danielle's situation slightly, but Danielle's already attending as Jeff's niece (Karen's daughter); I can't see where she wouldn't be able to maintain that role as easily in Jeff's presence as in Karen's.  I guess we'll see if it's essential to the plot.

Please, please, Please.. continue this story..

Well I don't know where I've been hiding (well OK I do but i wont get into that here) But I just found this story last night. I sat up all night just to catch up on it. Have enjoyed evey minute of it so far. Keep up the good work. The Scottish Vampyre says congratulations

I love this story, but am getting worried you might leave us hanging?  Am in anticipation of where you are going with Danielle.  Will Karen come out to her employees?  Will be an interesting episode, not that some don't suspect.  Terrific writing.

this series is excellent one of the best ever that ive seen... illustrations? yess  would love to see pics of a transformed danni and karen :) it would just enhance the story

oh yeah and  remember my earlier comment bout wanting to be danni? that still applied  but im happy to report my modeling efforts are starting to pay off ) found a photog who wants to work wih me... maybe i will be a real model soon :) well keep up the excellent work and i agree they should make this a movie.... on tv at the very least  
blessed be

jasmine

   To Karen E Lea; I find myself having conflicting emotions about this story. It is one of the best stories on Crystal's story sight. It has all the necessary ingrediants of a movie, and none of the hype. I realize that writing a serial takes time to get everthing just right for your own satisfaction. I am seeing a need for a artist to put an image to Daneille, Jeff, Karen, and Laura. The artist must read the story first to do so. Please continue this very good story. not to do so would be a travestry.

Part seven only enhances this excellent story. The characters and descriptions are so well developed that you feel as if you are there. And the writing is so well done that no flaws intrude on the flow of the reading. More Please!  Thank you Karen!

I don't know how, but somehow I lost touch with this story and didn't check for updates after Part Three. That was pretty stupid, but the up-side is that I've just been able to read three episodes at a sitting!

This well-written story continues very nicely. There's some interesting little lights thrown that we don't see too much in TG fiction. For example the problems that can arise where the T* girl gets a bit TOO comfortable in her female role. Though it seems pretty clear that for Dannielle it's the male presentation that is the "role", and sooner or later she'll go full-time.

I have read so many stories - and obsessively find myself wanting to edit them for grammar and spelling errors, which detract from the story so. No such issues exist in 'Educating Danielle'. Your story is perfectly written: it has a warming, engaging plot, believable characters that I immediately *like* and relate to, and a brilliant sense of humour.

I am very much looking forward to part 7 and subsequent parts. If you do not write as your line of work, you have missed your calling.

Excellent work, Karen.

Cheers mate,
Robyn

I have re-read part 6 three times, waited overnight to reflect and am still impressed by the quality of the story.  It might be a good candidate for a movie if it is ever finished.  In mimicing life it may never run out of situations where the positive treatment of gender envy is used to benefit society.  I also noticed another characteristic of a good writer in the ever expanding list of characters and situations, it is like real life.  Karen, you have left so many clues to future actions that I'm getting confused and unable to guess the central theme. So far Karen is making all the basic decisions, but that won't continue forever if this story is realistic.  Potentially, Mr. Faraday & daughter Debbie about to suffer a downfall.  Possibly it will come from an ownership decision that he alienates customers, is guilty of nepotism or embezzlement.  The owners (who may know Kim or Jeff) will then pick Laura to replace him and she will gain some of the power to do good that Karen has  while rebuilding customer confidence.  For Danielle and Laura the family wedding/reunion will have both elements of joy and alienation as some members will discover the truth. Also for Danielle I see the association with Kim & the new girlfriend to have possibilities for Danielle to meet her own needs (and gain a measure of power) through society. Some clues still baffle me.  How did Kim know Jeffrey (part 3) when she first met Karen?  Will the boy borrowing the lesson assignment turn out to be another CD?  What will be the future role of the minister?  While waiting for new installments I re-read the old ones and try to see if I have missed anything. Finally, Karen, you have one advantage over me in that you can take weeks to do an installment, but I must sit here and compose my response in one sitting. This is the best CD story I have ever read! Affectionately, Jamie Elizabeth

I have re-read part 6 three times, waited overnight to reflect and am still impressed by the quality of the story.  It might be a good candidate for a movie if it is ever finished.  In mimicing life it may never run out of situations where the positive treatment of gender envy is used to benefit society.  I also noticed another characteristic of a good writer in the ever expanding list of characters and situations, it is like real life.  Karen, you have left so many clues to future actions that I'm getting confused and unable to guess the central theme. So far Karen is making all the basic decisions, but that won't continue forever if this story is realistic.  Potentially, Mr. Faraday & daughter Debbie about to suffer a downfall.  Possibly it will come from an ownership decision that he alienates customers, is guilty of nepotism or embezzlement.  The owners (who may know Kim or Jeff) will then pick Laura to replace him and she will gain some of the power to do good that Karen has  while rebuilding customer confidence.  For Danielle and Laura the family wedding/reunion will have both elements of joy and alienation as some members will discover the truth. Also for Danielle I see the association with Kim & the new girlfriend to have possibilities for Danielle to meet her own needs (and gain a measure of power)through society. Some clues still baffle me.  How did Kim know Jeffrey (part 3) when she first met Karen?  Will the boy borrowing the lesson assignment turn out to be another CD?  What will be the future role of the minister?  While waiting for new installments I re-read the old ones and try to see if I have missed anything. Finally, Karen, you have one advantage over me in that you can take weeks to do an installment, but I must sit here and compose my response in one sitting. This is the best CD story I have ever read! Affectionately, Jamie Elizabeth

Still wish I were Karen. The story line continues through Part 6 to be excellent -- makes me dream sweet dreams. Love & Kisses
Carolyn Renee

This excellent story just keeps going and without any lose of quality. The characters are well developed and the descriptions are good. Please keep up the good work Karen and not make us wait too long for the next part. Thank you so much.

(after part  6)
This just keeps getting better.  On top of everything else, this Yank is getting a geography lesson.  Today I'm going out to get an Australian atlas.  

Any chance of illustrations?  I would love to see Jeff / Karen and Daniel / Danielle, and the rest.  All though maybe my large 22W self couldn't take the comparison.  a site for Pics of beautiful girls/dresses for possible illustration ideas is:  http://www.loralie.com/

It's seems pretty clear to me by this point that Danielle is the real person, a TS, not a CD.  I wonder when Jeff and Laura will realize it.  Kelly the lesbian as girlfriend seems kind of a foreshadowing ????

I can't wait for Kim and Danielle's holiday fortnight!  Will Jeff, Karen, and Laura take a vacation for that episode?

Hi every body,
I would like to thank everybody for their kind comments, especially to the people who don't leave a Email address, I do answer all emails. Part 6 should be going to Crystal's this week.

Love Karen.

Wondering when we we see part 6. Checking every day to see if I missed something.

There are stories and then there are stories... this one has actually had a 70 yr old tranny, who has never been out of the closet, actually weeping.
Please,oh please continue, the story is too beautiful for words to describe.
Thank you so very much and god bless.

Have enjoyed all 5 parts and hope you continue.

One of the best strories I've read in a long time Thanks. The right blend of everthing I like. Keep writing more, your good.

Chapter 5 was all that I had hoped for.  The Jeff/Laura romance (and the barriers coming down) still recalls for me (vicarously) the thrills from my own first and second marriages. I love playing the masculine role when it gives me a feminine connection, but if I can't get the connection through my partner then I try to get it with her.  You are still the skillful story teller with hints of future events like the wedding (s?), impulse purchases, Lady Carrington's connection with Danielle/Daniel, ripping the head off the bad guy boss, and whether Laura will quit her job and be completely dependant on Jeff or will retain some independent control.  This is a delightful story!

I just sat down and read chapter 1-5 in one shot its that much fun to read. It one of those coming of age/romance story that you can read with getting brain fryed. It dose not bury you under a weighty plot. Its a story that will bring a smile to you hart.

Enjoyed all the parts of the story and will look for furture parts. Well done!

Fantastic story that is well paced and full of such honest warmth. I have eagerly anticipated every new episode so far and await the next with baited breath.

You have my deepest admiration for writing such a beuitifull tale.

The Scotsman

Part 5 was great. I knew all of those places so the story seemed quite real. Keep it coming

Another great part to this excellent story in progress.

Great to read an Aussie story (especially set around Sydney).
Waiting to see what develops . Love the story.
P.S. I have an HR licence too...

A superb story, one of the best I read and cannot wait for the next installment. Well written, humorous and human. Thank you Karen - more please!!!

Thank you so much for this series, I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed each chapter.  I hope to be seeing more like these in the future.

this is one of the best ive read ever!!!!! AAA+++++++  RATINGS  KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK

wish i was Danielle .. i'm trying to get into modeling myself  

Well written feel good story. Certainly an improvement on a lot of the usual coercion/porn tales that are available.
Bring on the next part

3rd Commentary.  I'm unable to stop thinking about "Educating Danielle" and how I would play the universal theme of psychic growth (if I were writing this story).  Laura will have to eventually reveal some of her hopes beyond the romantic connection with Jeff/Karen.  Because a common theme for women is autonomy and power I would expect her to reveal something of who she is as a human beyond mating and reproduction.  For Danielle the education would be in the limitations to being a pretty face and that she will eventually need to be more than a sex object.  I'm saying I'd expect sex to be very good, but life is more than sperm-pumping. Some clues have already appeared. In part 3, the call from Lady (?) where Karen is asked to provide makeup services show me that acceptance is coming from the 'upper crust'.  The addition of Laura and Danielle to the entourage suggests future possibilities for them.  I particularly like this story because of the win/win possibility where Transgender isn't used to bludgen the reader's brain, but is used in a helpful way.  If I'm being too pushy with ideas you can just delete this commentary and my ego won't be crushed.  However, I think you are close to a story that would play well with general readers of romance.  

I've just read Part 3 of this story, and it's great to see this delightful fantasy developing nicely.

Karen has given us another part of her excellent story. The writing is very good with enough description that we can imagine the details.

Please continue.

This is one oof the best stories I have read in years. Keep up the good work Karen. I cannot wait for the next part to be posted. Hurry...

Dearest Karen,

These three facets of your story are absolutely precious. I couldn't stop reading once I got into the first one.

Please keep up the great work and I look forward to reading even more of your work.

Sandi

2nd Commentary, I have reread Part 1 4 or 6 times and parts 2 & 3 at least twice.   This is the type of story I have been waiting for. No one is coerced or forced to do anything and the theme is mutual psychic growth for each individual. Jeff has discovered the classic route to meaning in life when you are more interested in someone else's welfare than your own.  So far Laura's character isn't very well developed, but I expect that to change in future installments. I noticed the mark of a good storyteller in the clues to future action by seeming inconsequential comments by the protagonist (Karen/Jeff) or one of his employees. One in particular was the "girlfriend" hint from the makeup artist in part 1.  Another also from part 1 was in the description of the 40ish woman accountant, Annette, as 'rounded ?'. I don't know where this tale is going, but I'm surely interested. One striking point is the differential economic power between Jeff vs. Laura & Danielle. However, by the end of part 3 it looks like that is about to change.  I argue that the TG phenomena also has plus features for society that haven't been used and this story supports that idea.
Thanks for doing this story. Jamie Elizabeth

You make this look easy! i am in love with this story. it gets better and better with every part. I am so happy with they way jeff let danielle down. I WANT PART 4!!! :)

Great story.

I find myself coming back to the sight to see if I can find more of it.

It has a nice real setting and grounding. And we are routing for all three of the main characters.

I find myself comparing it to Ellen Hayes "Tuck" and Tigger's collection of stories. Tigger because the theme seems to revolve around isolation and connection. And Tuck because of the firm grounding in plausability and real life. I wouldn't mind if this would go on as long as that series.

You've raised my curiosity about Laura. She seems full of contradictions and quirks. So far she has been given little time in the story especially for a love interest (I'm up to part two in my reading). I hope to learn more about her as you write more.

Thank you for the story and its quality.

Spice and Dreams --- Jynjer

Hi! Karen :-)

An excellent story, a very good job of writing hon, thank you!

Hugs, Fran

I really enjoyed part 1, but part 2 has me waiting impatiently for part 3.

part 2 is GREAT! Im addicted already! hah!  hurry and give us part 3. im ready to see what happens between danielle and jeff/karen! Keep it up!

Best I have read in a long time. I had to read Part 2 straight away.
I agree with Andrea, I wouldn't have expected the mother to be so ready to let you spend the night together.
There has been no smut so far, please don't introduce any in the follow-up, it would really spoil the pretty picture you have painted.

    Karen, just wanted to compliment you on a wonderful story.  Very interested in what will happen next.  But, in the interim, wanted to say, well done.  Take care, Robbin.

Really nothing to add to the chorus of praise. Just take Jezzi's
review and imagine my name at the end. :-)


--Pervy

Lovely story I just could not stop reading it .I read part 1 and 2 just so sweet and such a lovely story.Please please please keep up the very good work.I look forward to reading the next part.A credit to TG writing at its best.

Utterly Fantastic, am going to stay up to read part two.

The second part is as good as the first. One or two minor things could be cleaned up for an easier read but much better than most.

Thank you, Karen

This is a very nice story, and I really like it so far (I've just come in as Part Two was posted).

The writing is pretty good, and it's great to see a Sydney setting for a change. The scenes in the studio feel realistic, and give the story some nice texture. It's always especially rewarding to read a story where the characters cross-dress simply because they want to.

I like the characters, and on the whole their relationships are handled well. If I have to comment negatively, to make this constructive criticism rather than a simple gush :), perhaps Laura's acceptance of her son's relationship with Jeff was a little bit too easy. Still, this is a short story, not a Russian novel.

An excellent job so far, and I'm really looking forward to future instalments.

MORE-MORE PLEASE!!! This is a very well thought out story. I can not wait for the next Part!!! I loved the plot, Its refreshing!! Thanks so much PamK

A very lovely story and I'm really looking forward to the continuation of the story.

I really like this story ,you really seem to capture the emotions of the characters with your wonderful writting style.I'm looking forward to reading any future parts of this story and any others you may write.

This story is so sweet! i have a feeling its going to be a tear jerker once you finish it up. Finally a sweet/sentimental story with a unique plot!  Well i think we are all anxious to read part 2 so get writin girl!!

Freaking Awesome!

Is this story for real???

I kept pinching myself as I read it.  'Am I really reading this?'

Fantasitic setting.

'Poor girl with TG son meets rich TG'.  What a setup!!!!

Waiting for more.

Lovely story. I cannot wait for the next portion. Makes me jealous -- wish I were Karen! Hugs & Kisses

An excellent debut! The story has many appealing elements that are coming together nicely.

What a great, sweet story!  I hope there is a detailed transformation scene - maybe Laura and Daniel/Danielle get their hair done and made over together.  Keep up the good work.  

The only negative is that I thought Laura was way to quick to trust a man she just met with her son, particularly when the man is a CD and she suspects her son of having CD  (TS?) tendencies.  You indicate she's OK with this, but some background as to why she's OK with it and willing to trust Jeff/Karen right off would have been helpful.

An excellant beginning to what appears to be a lovely loving story. The writing was very good and it didn't take much brain to figure out the Aussie-isms. Karen is either very good at catching any goofs or has a very good editor/proofreader. I can only echo the others with a shout: I CAN'T WAIT FOR MORE!!!!

What a beautiful story.  It has the elements I have been looking for, but almost never find. There is empathy, acceptance, empowerment and the introduction to a lovely romance. I hope you continue writing.  Each story is (for me) a form of a Rorschach test with something naked about it's author; in this story I see a very high class human.  Jamie Elizabeth Burgess

Great beginning I too am waiting for the next installment.

Lovely sweet & sentimental story.  Brings home the point that cross-dressing is NOT perverse, sick nor disgusting.  Lovely beginning - looking forward to the continuation.