THIS IS A MUST READ.  If you haven’t read this story and MS. Rogers other tales you are depriving yourself of one of life’s great pleasures.  I first read “New Job” in February of 2008.  At that time I reviewed it as the best TV/TG story I had ever read.  Recently at the urging of a very dear and wonderful person I went back and reread it.  I will be eternally grateful for this advice.  This time I read it slowly, savoring every nuance.  Much to my delight it was better than the first time through.  This story has touched my very soul.  Kelly Ann’s ability to weave a story and keep her readers rapped attention rival the great bards of old.  Her character development/evolution) is delightful.  It is like pealing the layers of an onion.  She keeps the reader emotionally involved, sending them from laughter to utter despair to jubilation. You never know how the relationships are going to mature until you get there.  I have said it before and will repeat my observation this is the finest TG story ever written.  I would also like to say that Ms. Kelly Rogers is an ICON in her own right and is unequivically the most talented TV/TS/TG writer out there and is the closest thing our community will ever have to a Shakespeare!  
Thank you Kelly Ann, for sharing this with your audience.

Another less talented Kelly

What a joy to read a story of such scope and depth! Realistic characters who grow and change with the plotline! Such a breath of fresh air from the usual FEM-DOM-Revenge-Humiliation silliness. A touch of better editing for typo's and such(At least in the copy I read.)would be beneficial.(I know the last sounds so silly when the story is so good;but consider it this readers pet peave!)I think you should shop it around!The Straight World is more accepting of a novella like this than it was a few years ago(Though there are still those like "Katherine" and "Bob Thornton" about!). Congratulations on writing and finishing such tender and loving tale!(Oh ;Ms.Pouncetrifle is right about the geography and the youth driving stuff.)It was truly lovely!Sequel,Please!  

No femdom/authoritarian, no plugs and dildos,no french or french maids, and nothing forced."ONLY LOVE", Nothing more.
We would have had a great story.
Hugs.
Silvia.

I found the "New Job" a story that was well written and almost out of the fantasy catagory.
Well done....

Kelly,

I've long been a fan of "Jacqui" and consider it one of those rare stories that I've save and go back and read again from time to time. Ê

As the current TG literature on Crystals site and Fictionmania is some what lacking, I go back to those stories that remain dear, and take a second look at their author's works. ÊWhen I found you had been a co-author of "Jacqui", I did a search and came up with "the new jobby". ÊI've only read the first two parts, but thought that I'd write to say how much I'd enjoyed them.

So a rather belated thank you,

Hugs, Amber Palmer (same one who wrote the Scrapbook)

a good start hard going but such an easy transition part one

An excellent story, thank you for the view from your mind's eye.

ps. for any who are not into fem-dom .. the worst of it is over in the first chapter.  There is domination but toward a goal not humiliation.

I am in awe of how you can convey such emotion.  This is quite a paradox, although the story is fantasy, the characters are so real, they make you feel like you want to meet them in real life.

Personally, I would prefer more romance and less sex.  You do both very well.

I do enjoy good fantasy and this story is a good one with a real plot and real life adventures, some... that we all share in, others we just dream about.

In my opinion the essence of a female is the dream of romance.

What a wonderful and gripping story. I just couldn't stop reading, the whole lot in one sitting. I think it has everything and is warm and loving. Please keep writing you have too much talent to not share it. Thanks again for a wonderful time,
Hugs,
       Eleanor.

Hi Kelly :)
A very stirring(emotional) story, Thank you.

Hugs, Fran

I loved your story. Your protagonists actually change, and for the better, but as gradually and as grudgingly as real people change.

There are, however, three small problems about New York City in the story.

First, the high school "dating" experience: If Lillian's primary school had been on Roosevelt Avenue, Lillian grew up in Queens. This is certainly not as grave a disadvantage as having grown up in New Jersey. In fact, Roosevelt Avenue has a distinctly urban character and is something of an outer-borough melting pot, and there's the rub. New Yorkers aren't as likely to own cars as "average Americans." It's not that likely that Lillian's pill of a "boyfriend" would own a car, first because he's a New Yorker, and second, because teens can't drive in the City unless they are seventeen and have taken driver ed, or otherwise, until they have turned eighteen. So the "boyfriend" using wheels on the first date is unusual, though not completely impossible.

Second, the scene of the mugging: Broadway runs at an angle to the avenues of the West Side for much of its length, and the block between B'way and Columbus is a very short block. You could have a block like the one you described a number of places a short distance to the east or north, but that exact block isn't a very likely site for the mugging. It's just too exposed.

The third problem is the big one: New York taxicabs can't be called, so the bartender can't call Lillian a taxi. Taxis respond to street hails only. There are car services, but "black cars" are a different story. In Manhattan, car services are generally either for corporate accounts or for people going out clubbing or to the theater or to an airport. People in the outer boroughs use black cars more often to get around, because there's much less chance of hailing a taxi outside Manhattan except in busy neighborhoods. But nobody would call a taxi on Tenth Avenue. On the other hand, Lillian would have a very good chance of getting a taxi on Tenth near the Lincoln Tunnel at any hour because that's where the big gas stations are—the cabs head to Tenth around the Tunnel to refuel.

Alright, already. This is an excellent story, one of the best on the site.

Dear Kelly Ann:

   Wow, what a marvelous tale Kelly.  I tried to get through part one a few months ago and didn't make it. I really hate humiliation so I had to steel myself to get through to part two this time. I am afraid I still have resentment toward Cynthia. I was very, very angry at her for what she did initially.  Yes, I  know she was not whole and was trying to protect herself, but her actions were manipulative, vengeful, and hateful in my estimation.  I am still in awe at the range of emotion and the totally convincing nature of your story. Very well written in every respect (with a few typos). The power of your tale is refreshing and scintillating. Sweet Lilly is such a joy to behold and a very attractive heroine in all respects.  I fell that in true love their is no upper hand and I guess that is the only discordant note about Lilly's relationship with Cynthia that glares at me to the end of the story. Maybe I just don't understand dominance and feeling protected by being submissive.

 You did it! You had her complete the journey all the way to adulthood, real maturity. It is remarkable how difficult it is to put your story down I was up until two last night.  I do love your story and highly recommend it even to sensitive souls such as me because Lilly does become a real healed person. There is so much discovery of self and others that makes this story so very special. It also does reward greatly as I also did put off reading it due to length. For those willing to invest the time they will not be disappointed. Thank you so much.

Hugs,

Kristi

  While I know I can't express my comments as eloquently as Honey Masters, I too was touched by your story.
  While not even remotely a male who wants to crossdress I DO like to read about it.  That's why I started to read 'The New Job'.  That's NOT why I read it all the way through.
  I AM, perhaps, a hopeless romantic.  And this story absolutely filled every corner of that part of me.
  It was strange sitting here reading and every so often surreptitiously wiping a tear from the corner of my eye while my Wife watched TV. I had to laugh triumphantly as Lilly and Michael refused to allow the muggers to cow them.  
  Loving the other people (I started to say characters but found that didn't work for me) in this story will stay with me for a while but Hannah will stay with me forever!
  I'm going back now to read another of your offerings.  I feel in my heart, though, this one will be hard to match.

Thank you, David

dearest kelly,

  ... you are a most remarkable creator, of the MOST touching stories i have ever read -- i have read very nearly every story on this and several other sites, as well as many, many books by the majority of the most respected authors in all of history -- only your stories move me this deeply.

  ... it is your beautiful heart which has clearly authored these "Exquisitely Crafted Life-lessons in the Art of Expressing Our True Nature as Priceless, Unique Creations of All That Is" -- that is what elevates your gift to the level of a true master of captivation, inspiration, and true healing.

  ... every time, i've found myself completing your stories without stopping, deliciously drawn thru to the end, savoring each of the moments along the way, wherein some ache in my soul is healed -- i shall remember you always, as the one who has touched me so gently and so tenderly, as the one who has lifted from my heart, all the anguish that others cannot reach ....

  ... thank you dearly, kelly, so very much, for letting your heart love us ....

--- ever so gratefully, and ever so sweetly, honey  :)

I just finished reading Part 1, and I just have to say that I enjoyed it sooo much.  Can't wait to continue on!!!

This if the first story that I have read of yours.  

While the first part was at first the beginning of a story that I would normally not read,  I continued on with it to see where it led.  

I was trully compelled to read more of it at the end of the first part, and finally (no duff) after six hours straight, I finished the series.  

After I started to get into it, it was hard to get away from!

This story stands out to me; the fear and pain, the trials and tribulations, and then the acceptance and true love that is shown, this is a very memerable story.

Sorry to be the odd one out but your first chapter is far too long and takes far longer to get to the point.   Cut to the chase, girl.

I an currently reading "Jacqui".  What I have read so far made me want to read more of your work, Kelly.  Congrats on "The New Job."  I hope Jacqui continues to overcomes her submissiveness and fears and eventually triumphs like Lilly did. However there doesn't seem to be anyone like Cynthia in Jacqui's life, and Carla and Melissa make Bob Thornton look like a saint.  

I spent most of my time in tears because I AM Lillian in my heart. My life circumstance prevents me living that dream but your story made me realize that, I would be if I could. My only, minor, minor complaint is that you cut to the "Epilog" too quickly for me. I would love to have seen the wedding. You were so sentimental with other parts that the weddding hd to be the tear-jerker of all tear-jerkers and I wsa in the mood after Cyn proposed. You made Lily learn to be female and a wonderful and well-developed (mentally, I mean) female wshe was..is. Please give us more.

Your pre-final episode remarks made me stand up and take notice. This story: The New Job:  is absolutely fabulous. It was not easy to wait for this final installment, because the story line was so engrossing. Thanks for finally ending a lovely story with a terrific ending.

I love boss-becomes-secretary stories and similar workplace themes.  This is that and so much more.  It's funny, compelling, moving and utterly human, almost of epic proportions.  I read it all at one sitting and can hardly wait for the rest.   I can only imagine what you could do with a straight demotion-femdom type story given what you did here.  Sincerest congratulations.  

Kelly Anne, you are simply doing an incredible job of weaving the characters and the wonderful plot twists and turns and interweaving  of new characters and plot twists into a classic. If you don't post the conclusion, or at least part 5, soon, you will drive at least a few of your faithful readers to distraction. Keep up the phenomenal work.

May the force be with you

Annie

what a beautiful story i loved every instalment, there are some many things that i can relate, please find the time to complete the story. best wishs for your continued success as a authoress, i think that you have a great talent and the ability to portray emotions in a delightful way. love terri

Kelly,

Such a magnificent work.  I have just finished Book # 2 and I am so excited to start on # 3.  Oh it would be a dream come true to live the life of Lilian.  A spectacular author knows how to weave the reader into the plot wishing they could become any of the characters.
You my dear are a spectacular author.  

I am looking excitedly to the rest of the story.  I do hope you continue writing, as you have a wonderful gift.  I am so thankful you enjoy sharing it with others.

Huggers
Krissi

Really glad that despite the lack of a 'continued' at the end of part 3 there is a part 4 - complete with its 'continued.  This is really a great story.  Now Lily is living 'full time',  the TG element is getting to be less significant,  but it's an absorbing, extremely well crafted tale.   I'll keep commenting as long as you keep writing as well as this.

Geoff

i really enjoy your well written story's. thank you for your care
& craft in writing,
donna

HI everyone,

Thanks for your comments.  I'm glad all of you decided to keep reading.  This story uses some classic TG themes, like femdom, to get going, but it really is the story about growing up and learning to love.

Part 4 is on the way.

Kelly

Femdom isn't really my thing, but as I like longer stories that offer the opportunity for better character and plot development I gave your story a try.

I wasn't too sure about the first episode,  but towards the end it seemed to offer something for later, so I continued.  I'm glad I did. Femdom is OK if it's strictly on a mutual permission basis, and this ends up like that.  Lily's character develops and her relationship with both Michael and Cynthia becomes more interesting.  The affects of her earlier experience when her father dies,  on the incidence when she and Michael get mugged is very well covered.

I can't help feeling that as the story developed it changed despite the the author's original intentions.  The plot line seemed to take a definite shift at one point.  Suddenly Sissy became Lilian and her relationships with the rest of the girls became quite different.  Did the characters take over the author?

My only regret is that the end of episode 3 didn't say 'continued'. Is this really the end?  Even if it is, thanks Kelly, I look forward to your next story.

Geoff

At first I wasn't going to read this because of the rating and one or two of the keywords. But I took the chance and started to read. I was drawn into the story and have enjoyed all three parts so far. The descriptions of the sex got a little too much once or twice but the rest of the story made up for it. Thank you Kelly.

Kelly:

I read the first part, and even though I liked the characters, the storyline was just so depressing.  Then I read the second part and I feel so much better about the whole story.  Now I wouldn't change a single word in the first part, it is the perfect setup for part two.  I can hardly wait for the rest.  I really like the characters.  They are so rich, well rounded and full.  They each have their own unique imperfections and problems which make them so realistically human.  That human touch is so rare in this genre.  Well done, thank you for taking the time to craft such a delightful story.

Breathlessly Waiting for Part Three
Anonymous

dearest Kelly

great big hugs I am so glad you posted your story at last. Now when you get done posting it when are we starting our little joint venture? The world is waiting and so am I.

lots of love

Elaine