Date: Aug 25, 2018 10:35 pm Title: Desire
I'm all caught up. Can't wait for more. This story is so beautiful, heartbreakingly beautiful.
Author's Response:
Thank you so much! <3
[Report This]Date: Aug 25, 2018 12:54 pm Title: Desire
This chapter was thought provoking. I sometimes wonder if Brian and Justin talked about how Justin felt after the bashing would help Brian see that his feelings aren't that much difference. Joining a gym might help Brian get back into the shape he was even if he can't use his legs for walking. How do you own a wheelchair.
Author's Response:
Good question - "owning it" here refers to his identity -- who he is as a person, disability included. Not letting it take over his life and leave him feeling powerless. Joining a gym wouldn't help his legs because he's not able to use the muscles at all, but it would help with others aspects, so that's a good idea for something to work in. You're absolutely right that their feelings aren't different -- Justin knows exactly where Brian is coming from and it gives him a unique perspective. Thanks for reading and reviewing!
[Report This]Date: Aug 25, 2018 12:34 pm Title: Repercussions
Letting things out won't be easy and results won't be fast. But when Justin and Brian work together miracles can happen.
Date: Aug 24, 2018 6:22 pm Title: Desire
Rochelle seemed to be the person Brian needed to talk to; the first contact was successful.
Brian's night out could have been better, but he made a few contacts and it could help him later to get new accounts.
First shower together: that's a huge step!
Author's Response:
Yes it is! I've been loving watching out for all of your comments as you've made your way through the story. Thanks so much for all of your feedback and for taking the time to comment.
Date: Aug 24, 2018 5:37 pm Title: Repercussions
Great chapter, once more! The "what if" part is a good analysis.
I'm relieved that Brian actually got help and is having a better understanding of his "ghosts". It's amazing that he is willing to get Justin along with him. That's the best change he had done since the streetlamp.
Date: Aug 24, 2018 5:04 pm Title: Alive
Pain management and moving on: Brian's decision should help him and Justin to get a better life together. Next time, Brian should get a taxi to arrive at his meeting and book another one to go back, until he knows his way.
Date: Aug 24, 2018 4:13 pm Title: Reunification
Great: Brian did ask and got the answer he was afraid not to receive. I love the way he did that.
I hope Brian will get what Justin is trying to instill in his mind: they can't have sex like they did before, but there are ways to try and new sensitive areas to discover.
Date: Aug 24, 2018 3:55 pm Title: Reflection
Chapter heavy on emotions! What a life Brian had and still has. Thanks to Deb and Michael at the beginning and now Justin who is there for him, no matter what.
[Report This]Date: Aug 24, 2018 8:18 am Title: Desire
Yes it's the start of the new Brian. Wonderful chapter. Thank you
Date: Aug 23, 2018 7:36 pm Title: Let Go
Another great chapter: Brian is struggling towards his new goal, but it won't last long; as soon as Ted gives the "go", Brian will start the rolls. Is it something he discussed with Justin while they were together or is he weighing the feasibility and then, he will talk about his idea.
It's obvious it's a logical choice, for many reasons, which you explained; he must break free in order to move forward. He must "become" anonymous to build a new life.
Author's Response:
He doesn't want to mention it to Justin until he knows he can make it work. Thank you so much for taking the time to review -- I really appreciate the feedback.
Date: Aug 23, 2018 6:01 pm Title: Invincible
This is an amazing story and I'm wondering if this isn't somehow a situation you are familiar with. This feels so real: I have been there, even if I had the chance not to become paralyzed. The pain, the despair, all that Brian is getting through at the hospital, the sudden disruption of life... It does ring a bell and it's wonderfully written, full of hope.
Author's Response:
Ack, I accidentally deleted your last review while trying to fix a typo in my response! Anyway, what I said was that you’re right on the dangers of the “what if”...and we will get more into that in Repercussions. ;) Thanks so much for reading and reviewing.
Date: Aug 23, 2018 5:20 pm Title: Together
This second chapter is a great as the first one: well written, plausible (physical impacts, limitations of public transportation or building access, clients having reserves while Brian's mind isn't paralyzed), sensitive.
Brian is getting better at talking about emotions and letting Justin in. Justin is getting better with this tough situation and pulling Brian towards the sun, out of his dark moods.
Date: Aug 23, 2018 4:51 pm Title: Desire
Wow, terrific chapter. Seeing Brian start to move forward was great. It has to be so difficult to face what he is facing, but I think you can pull the old Brian back as much as possible. Keep up the fantastic writing.
Author's Response:
I agree, we are building new Brian from the old. :) Thanks for always taking the time to review!
Date: Aug 23, 2018 4:41 pm Title: Changed
Amazing beginning! Tough situation for anybody, but it's worse for Brian who lived his life based on the image and his stud status. I'm surprised that he even accepted going to Babylon.
Author's Response:
Justin is persistent and Brian knows it. ;) And he did change his mind...
Thanks for reading! I love feedback - hope the rest lives up to the start.
Date: Aug 20, 2018 11:10 pm Title: Repercussions
Great update. Brian needs to come to grips to move on. This new therapist should help.
Author's Response:
Yes, there's a lot of forward movement coming in the next chapter.
Date: Aug 20, 2018 7:48 pm Title: Repercussions
Wonderful chapter. Some tears so the emotional side came through. Great job.
Author's Response:
Thank you! I feel bad for making you cry every chapter! :(
Date: Aug 19, 2018 12:05 am Title: Alive
Yay, Brian. One of the bravest things you can ever do is admit you need help. Really loving this story. More, please. TAG
Author's Response:
I'm so glad you're loving it! Thank you! <3
Date: Aug 18, 2018 11:39 pm Title: Reunification
Justin is perfectly suited, after the bashing, to understand where Brian’s coming from. Not that it’ll be easy... TAG
Date: Aug 18, 2018 11:18 pm Title: Reflection
I really like this more vulnerable Brian. TAG
Date: Aug 18, 2018 1:55 pm Title: Let Go
Its like Justin’s return to Brian’s life has transformed him all over again. Woken him up from the post-accident haze he was in. Brought him back to life again. Go, Brian! TAG
Date: Aug 18, 2018 1:25 pm Title: Invincible
You did a great job showing things from Michael’s POV. Very refreshing take on this difficult character. Thanks. TAG
Author's Response:
Thank you! I know Michael isn't a popular character, but I really liked he and Brian's relationship in the series.
Date: Aug 18, 2018 10:22 am Title: Alive
Ok that’s good we have a breakdown and a building up
[Report This]Date: Aug 18, 2018 8:24 am Title: Alive
Another great chapter. I'm glad that Brian is going to speak to someone.
[Report This]Date: Aug 18, 2018 2:00 am Title: Alive
I'm glad that Brian is going to do it.