Reviewer: aglaja5 Signed [Report This]
Date: Jan 28, 2022 7:35 am Title: Chapter 36

As I wrote in the first review, a friend of mine warmly recommended this story to me. And while I've vowed to never get involved in unfinished stories again, I'm so glad I did in your case. It was so worth it! Your story is just so incredibly good, fantastic! You are so talented! This story is just perfect. You only changed mainly two small details: Ethan was just a good friend and Michael said those vile words directly to Justin and not to Brian. But with these changes you have shown convincingly how all of Justin's experiences in S1 and S2 could have developed. I don't want to be misunderstood, I love Brian, but he was often cruel to Justin and in their "relationship" or whatever it was, there were just so many things that were unsettled. It's actually a miracle that Justin survived all this in the series so almost unscathed. Your story is so much more realistic and convincing. You touched on so many events or behaviors that I feel have been neglected on the show or treated even carelessly. And at the end Brian dances in Babylon as if Justin didn't exist. Pathetic. In your last chapter (for the time being) they dance together - an ending that I would have wished for in the series. Not married but together, content, happy. The closeness you describe here is so wonderful. It's almost like a final chapter to a first season. That's why I'm not sitting there now being sad that this story isn't finished, because for now you leave us readers with a happy smile on our faces. And yet, of course, I sincerely hope that you will come back someday! Of course one want to know so many things. What happened to Tommy and Roman? What happens in your story with Stockwell? Because this time it's not just Justin who will be vehemently opposed to supporting this man. I can't imagine Brian and even Gardener being in favor of taking him on as a client. And of course - what's next for Brian and Justin. What I've missed a bit in the last few chapters is Alex, who found out three weeks ago how this "You stink. Go for a shower" experience affected Justin's psyche. Since then he surely has had therapy sessions with both Brian and Justin. I can't imagine that this topic hasn't been addressed. I really hope that you will continue to write at some point! But for now, thank you so much for this wonderful story and all the best for you!

Reviewer: BritinManor Signed [Report This]
Date: May 29, 2020 4:46 pm Title: Chapter 36

I just wanted to let you know that even though I asked about an update on FB, I still went ahead and reread this wonderful story. Thank you for giving it to us.

But rereading it, something caught my attention. I know it was there before, but never really gave it much thought, probably because reading a chapter at a time, certain things don't always stick.

The fact that Gardner wants Justin to possibly have to work with Brian with a potential new client, a big coup for Vanguard, something to do with politics, can only mean the arrival of Stockwell. And I have to wonder what this will do to Justin.

Will it cause him to straighten his spine and fight back, or will it cause his fragile state to once again feel like someone is trying to control his life?

All I can say, is I'm very happy he and Brian have reconnected as much as they have, and because of this, Justin might be able to assert himself with the same defiance he'd shown in canon.

And yes, I'm still looking forward to that update whenever you are able to find the time to put it out.

Stay safe, stay healthy...

HUGS  ~Cathy

Reviewer: Glo Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 13, 2019 2:52 pm Title: Chapter 36

Holy shit, this just keeps getting better & better! I love how Brian is okay with Justin's friendships with Sam & Ethan....as he should be, they've done so much for his Sunshine! 

Justin's progress is amazing! You are SO talented Kerri!

Reviewer: The SNO Signed [Report This]
Date: Aug 12, 2019 8:39 pm Title: Chapter 36

Whoa!!! The feelings are so raw and deep that we could feel them. Sensual, vibrant, joyful, respectful, meaningful, shared, reverent, protective: these are adjectives that come to my mind. Justin opening up to Brian, finally, slowly, but surely. There were promises in the previous chapters, but here, it's starting to be more than that.

Emmett, my dear Emmett, unable to restrain himself. Always refreshing to see how he deals with "Baby" and how Justin let him.

I was worried when they entered the Diner because of Debbie and then the not so subtle whispers.

I love the whole chapter, but this part is my favorite, with the end, of course:

"Brian had slowly slipped his hand across Justin’s body, until he was able to wrap his arm around Justin’s waist and draw him into his side.  And in the darkened, smoky bar, he had finally gotten the feeling he had wanted.  The curve of Justin’s body pressed lightly against his side.  The tickle of all that blond hair, teasing his nose and lips whenever he glanced down at him.  It was the best high he had been on in a long time."