Thank you again to those who have commented, it is very much appreciated! Such a wonderful response too! I am blown away...
The recurring theme has been people enjoying the concept of Monique being the one people root for, which is really what sparked this story, so I'm glad people have seen it that way. More importantly though I'm glad everyone has enjoyed it based on that.
Ash - The response certainly has enticed me to finish some of the other things I have on the shelf currently. Everyone has been so encouraging, and I now have some time coming up where writing will be easier which is unique. So hopefully as I said, it won't be another 2 years before I get something else out...