No backlash here. I liked this Raph. You're story is pretty gosh darned good.

loved it :)

Wow! Just...WOW! Your Raphael is PERFECT! Everything you wrote about him and into his character in your story is just the Raphael I've always dreamed of. I think everyone on the planet needs a dose of his tough love, not just Donnie! Even Raph was self-dosing on TL in the way he handles himself when he realizes how dangerous and selfish his own actions were, almost getting Mikey hurt along the way. It really takes a strong individual to realize he is WRONG and an even stronger one to RIGHT himself. Donnie may "hate" what Raphael is putting him through, but the end scene proves that brotherly love is deep and saving. Raph will do what it takes to make Donnie whole again, and Donnie will not fall while his red-banded brother is there to catch him. I've wept a bucket of tears while reading this - a testament of the power and passion behind your writing. Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!

You had me crying! Beautiful. Is this an alternative ending to that comic where don was attacked by the rino and broken his shell and in a coma? That was great. They should have made that an episode with your ending. Great job. More of this please.

I think you handled them all perfectly. Spot on ;)

The emotional tension you built and then let crash over us in a wave was brilliant. Great piece

I like this version of Raph. It's a lot more true to form, and I like it.

I love it! I've not seen tough love written in a way I can understand. This is definitely the first time. This made it that much easier for me to understand a part of Raph. He's the hardest for me to connect with, so this was greatly appreciated

Also, I just love Donnie/Raph brother moments. This one is no exception! Thanks so much for writing this!

~KeepOnWriting

"You don't have to BE the best. You just have to DO your best"

Nahh...I think you portray Raphie just right...it's exactly as the title says, he's just giving Don some tough love. ;) I, personally, love how you write Raphael...he's just the right mixture of harsh and humane. I'd adore to see a second chapter with Don and Raph bonding after Don's finished healing mostly...after all, Don did say some pretty hurtful words to Raph, even if he was in pain, spiritually and everything...but, anywho, you left me breathless and wanting more—awesome job! :3 I can't wait to see more from you; stay spectacular! D

Oh, this pure elegance! I adored this! I'd love a sequel...you left me breathless and wanting more! Perfect job! Your writing skills are magnificent and I can't wait for more from ya! Stay spectacular! :3

Dawww so cute xD

Great take on Raph, the big ol jerkface softie!

I dont think Raph was too mean :) I thought it was great! the Perfect balance of tough love and brotherly love

Crud that was awesome.

... sit down
... try not to cry
... cry A LOT!

i always thought that you hate Raph, for making him so mean, like, very mean! but when i see thic fic... Man, TOUGH LOVE... that's all i can say. Good work, gurl!

oh, and btw, i'm ur newest fans. if u see guest's review saying the same: that's me :D

I love raph's faith in and love for Don. Great job. Kinda like this version more than robo-don version.