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Speechless #2
The Gig
Sequel to Speechless
A Bones/Speechless Crossover
An accident in Drew Clifton's past left the former novelist with aphasia, unable to communicate through either speech or writing. Through sheer strength of will, he built a quiet but lonely life for himself. But now he’s fallen in love with Travis Miller.
Travis has his own issues—a permanent eye injury and unemployment. But he’s determined to help Drew find ways to engage and succeed again in the wider world, and a guitar-playing gig at a local coffeehouse seems like a good start.
Dylan Warner and Chris Nock happen to be in the audience that evening, and they have a few niggling problems of their own. Perhaps a chance meeting will provide solutions that might benefit all of them.
24 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 22, 2013
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Kim Fielding
175 books1,305 followersKim Fielding lives in Oregon and travels as often as she can manage. A professor by day, at night she rushes into a phone booth to change into her author costume (which involves comfy clothes instead of Spandex and is, sadly, lacking a cape). Her superpowers include the ability to write nearly anywhere, often while simultaneously doling out assistance to her family. Her favorite word to describe herself is "eclectic" and she finally got that seventh tattoo.
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August 11, 2019
Whoops!
I was out on the lake and the book I'd plan on reading didn't make it to my kindle before we left.
So, I opened this...and enjoyed it.
Was a tad confused a time or two until afterward...when I realized this was the second book.
Annnndd now I've run and bought the first, because....well, I have to know how they got...here.
*3.5 wait-what?-oh! stars*
I was out on the lake and the book I'd plan on reading didn't make it to my kindle before we left.
So, I opened this...and enjoyed it.
Was a tad confused a time or two until afterward...when I realized this was the second book.
Annnndd now I've run and bought the first, because....well, I have to know how they got...here.
*3.5 wait-what?-oh! stars*
May 24, 2013
A wonderful little short in the world of Bones and Speechless. I like the couple from Speechless MUCH better than the couple from Bones and it warmed my little heart to see Drew and Travis in another little story. I hope we get a full length book in the Speechless world soon!
May 24, 2013
3.5 stars
Drew and Travis are back, it's so good to catch up with them again. I loved how Drew was venturing out, taking small steps, playing music to an audience, nerves and all. Travis is by his side all the way, facing his own problems, the poor love, no job and unsure of the future. Dylan and Chris were enjoyable, I liked their appearance, a sweet and lovely offer to help out the boys. I had hoped for a longer story about Drew and Travis, this small teaser wasn't enough. I am with Ami about Elwood, he was a no show not even a tiny visit *sad*
Drew and Travis are back, it's so good to catch up with them again. I loved how Drew was venturing out, taking small steps, playing music to an audience, nerves and all. Travis is by his side all the way, facing his own problems, the poor love, no job and unsure of the future. Dylan and Chris were enjoyable, I liked their appearance, a sweet and lovely offer to help out the boys. I had hoped for a longer story about Drew and Travis, this small teaser wasn't enough. I am with Ami about Elwood, he was a no show not even a tiny visit *sad*
July 19, 2013
Music can say so much. Its beat, bops, chords, and riffs come together to help us remember, celebrate, and at times—speak for us.
“The thing about Drew’s playing was that after a while you stopped noticing that he wasn’t singing because the notes he played became his words.”
The Gig is a quick, warmhearted dose of Travis and Drew, the guys from Speechless. Two unforgettable characters that found a big, permanent spot in my heart.
We drop in for one night--a big night though--filled with warmth, love, and inspiration. This story captures Drew’s first gig off his porch, up on stage, in front of people, playing his guitar! With Travis at his side, Drew fights through his nerves and fears of trying to communicate and take part in the world around him again. And the same can be said for Travis—he’s battling his unemployment fears and doubts. Both scared of not being good enough or worthy. But with love and support from each other, they can do anything!
I love these guys! The way Travis and Drew communicate with glares, eyebrow arches, touches, and music fits and feels so right in my heart and world. The courage in this short story dazzled me! Drew and Travis remind me over and over again with strength and hope to keep reaching out to the world. It is so easy to slip into our own little worlds and bubbles. My heart rocked a very happy beat when Drew stepped out of his shell, up on the stage, and talked to the world in his own beautiful way.
I want more! Here’s hoping this wasn’t just a one night only visit. More please.
Thanks so much, Bev! :)
May 22, 2013
While this didn't have the emotional impact that Speechless had for me this was a lovely call back to these characters. I loved seeing where Drew and Travis were after Travis decided to choose love over pride in the first book. There was a very realistic vibe to his feelings of insecurity as he remained unemployed and worried about his place in Drew's life. I also enjoyed seeing Drew branch out and take chances and how having Travis in his life made him feel safe enough to reach out for it.
I loved the Chris and Dylan cameo. I admit I was worried with the paranormal aspect crossing over into one of my favourite stories but it worked in a great way and I LOVED the resolution. I hope to see more of these characters together and being friends. Best housewarming gift ever.
I loved the Chris and Dylan cameo. I admit I was worried with the paranormal aspect crossing over into one of my favourite stories but it worked in a great way and I LOVED the resolution. I hope to see more of these characters together and being friends. Best housewarming gift ever.
May 19, 2016
3 stars!
The Gig was a great opportunity to get another glimpse at the lovely relationship between Drew and Travis. It's heartwarming to see that fate seems to be meaning well with these two.
The Gig was a great opportunity to get another glimpse at the lovely relationship between Drew and Travis. It's heartwarming to see that fate seems to be meaning well with these two.
May 22, 2013
3.5 stars
I am slightly on the fence with this one. On one hand, I thought this snippet about Travis and Drew was lovely. REALLY lovely. I loved the couple -- I loved how 'imperfect' they were. I loved how although Travis could still appreciate good looking guy (he was still a live breathing man!) but he acknowledged that he would always love Drew more. I loved how Drew was performing outside his house and even with being nervous he was taking that chance.
On the other hand, I wasn't really sure about Dylan and Chris being the cameos. Not that I didn't love them as well. But see, Dylan and Chris were another 'power' couple (even if only one book) from Kim Fielding. They had longer book and the sequel was released on the same day. Since readers had longer time (in pages) with Dylan and Chris, I felt like here, they stole some of the spotlight out of Travis and Drew (mostly Drew) at the same time.
Maybe it would be better for me if it was the other way around, you know? Travis and Drew making an appearance on "Bones" world rather than Dylan and Chris 'coming' into their lives by way of chance meeting ...
So yeah, not quite 4-stars for me this time. Oh, and I'm still very much disappointed that Elwood (the cat) didn't get any screen time, only mentioned briefly by Travis *pout*
I am slightly on the fence with this one. On one hand, I thought this snippet about Travis and Drew was lovely. REALLY lovely. I loved the couple -- I loved how 'imperfect' they were. I loved how although Travis could still appreciate good looking guy (he was still a live breathing man!) but he acknowledged that he would always love Drew more. I loved how Drew was performing outside his house and even with being nervous he was taking that chance.
On the other hand, I wasn't really sure about Dylan and Chris being the cameos. Not that I didn't love them as well. But see, Dylan and Chris were another 'power' couple (even if only one book) from Kim Fielding. They had longer book and the sequel was released on the same day. Since readers had longer time (in pages) with Dylan and Chris, I felt like here, they stole some of the spotlight out of Travis and Drew (mostly Drew) at the same time.
Maybe it would be better for me if it was the other way around, you know? Travis and Drew making an appearance on "Bones" world rather than Dylan and Chris 'coming' into their lives by way of chance meeting ...
So yeah, not quite 4-stars for me this time. Oh, and I'm still very much disappointed that Elwood (the cat) didn't get any screen time, only mentioned briefly by Travis *pout*
July 24, 2016
Cute.
But I didn't like two pairs appearing at once. It makes the one I like less special.
And the ending is forced. Rolling eyes.
But I didn't like two pairs appearing at once. It makes the one I like less special.
And the ending is forced. Rolling eyes.
May 26, 2013
A very sweet short to catch up again with Travis and Drew.
It was lovely to see things turning out well for these guys lol.
I admit I wouldn't of recognised Chris and Dylan from Good Bones if it hadn't been pointed out in other reviews lol.
It was lovely to see things turning out well for these guys lol.
I admit I wouldn't of recognised Chris and Dylan from Good Bones if it hadn't been pointed out in other reviews lol.
November 18, 2016
Realmente muy cortita, una pequeña pincelada para saber qué ocurre con los protagonistas de Speechless, muy recomendable para los que les gustó su historia.
September 12, 2014
I always love seeing guys I'm fond of, this time as well.
Ms Fielding gives us a lot in this little short, not her usual style. A bit rushed maybe but I like the smile on my face just the same.
May 22, 2013
It's officially a happy night for me when I find out there's a follow up to one of my favorites!
November 15, 2023
I had to jump into this addition to Speechless. It was the perfect epilogue to the story, taking place 6 months later. It really solidified the HEA by giving the guys a more defined future.
May 26, 2013
It was great to catch up and get a peek at Drew and Travis from Speechless.
Drew has his first performance and is nervous but he has Travis with him, again I love how they can communicate without words. The boost in confidence in Drew is great, losing what was his creative outlet due to his illness, he now has a chance to at least recapture it in a different way.
Travis is understandably unhappy with his continued unemployment but it's obvious that choosing Drew was the right decision and the cameo appearance of Chris and Dylan from Good Bones might very well change that for him and give him his self confidence back too.
A sweet freebie and I was happy to get a little look at how Drew and Travis are doing.
Drew has his first performance and is nervous but he has Travis with him, again I love how they can communicate without words. The boost in confidence in Drew is great, losing what was his creative outlet due to his illness, he now has a chance to at least recapture it in a different way.
Travis is understandably unhappy with his continued unemployment but it's obvious that choosing Drew was the right decision and the cameo appearance of Chris and Dylan from Good Bones might very well change that for him and give him his self confidence back too.
A sweet freebie and I was happy to get a little look at how Drew and Travis are doing.
October 4, 2013
This is a great follow up to Speechless. I love Drew and Travis. They each have their cross to bear yet they don't wallow in self pity.
Short, sweet & recommended!
Short, sweet & recommended!
May 11, 2019
While this was a sweet follow up to ‘Speechless’, I didn’t love it quite as much. Far too short for my tastes, I think I would’ve preferred they just tack this onto the ending of the first book.
September 26, 2015
A revisit with the guys from Speechless: Drew Clifton's, the former novelist with aphasia, and Travis, the one-eyed machinist. After his accident, Drew built a life for himself in Portland, and now shares it with his love, Travis Miller. Now that he’s back in Portland, Travis is unemployed and being cared for by his lover isn’t sitting well with him. He wants to stand on his own two feet. He’s determined to help Drew and one way he finds is to see his lover succeed again in the wider world, this time using his talent as a guitarist. He gets him a gig at a local coffeehouse. There they meet Dylan Warner and Chris Nock, who happen to be in the audience. Will this chance meeting provide solutions that might benefit all four guys?
Dylan and Chris are characters from another of Fielding’s books, one that I haven’t as yet read. I love how she gave me some subtle clues about them without having them come right out and say things.
Well-written and fun but very short read. Like Speechless, this is all from Travis POV. It does a nice job of tying up some loose ends from the first book. BUT I have the same niggle with it that I did with book one. The ending is abrupt and leaves me wanting more. I totally wanted to attend the event that was mentioned with these guys… the set up for it was so perfect. I wonder if it might be in one of the books containing Chris and Dylan. I must go now and scope that out.
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OLD REVIEW: A nice revisit with Travis and Drew that ties up a bit of the loose ends from Speechless. I know the other two characters are from another series but its one I haven't read. I might need to now. I didn't want it to end when it did. I wanted to go to that party! 3.5 stars rounded up
Dylan and Chris are characters from another of Fielding’s books, one that I haven’t as yet read. I love how she gave me some subtle clues about them without having them come right out and say things.
Well-written and fun but very short read. Like Speechless, this is all from Travis POV. It does a nice job of tying up some loose ends from the first book. BUT I have the same niggle with it that I did with book one. The ending is abrupt and leaves me wanting more. I totally wanted to attend the event that was mentioned with these guys… the set up for it was so perfect. I wonder if it might be in one of the books containing Chris and Dylan. I must go now and scope that out.
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OLD REVIEW: A nice revisit with Travis and Drew that ties up a bit of the loose ends from Speechless. I know the other two characters are from another series but its one I haven't read. I might need to now. I didn't want it to end when it did. I wanted to go to that party! 3.5 stars rounded up
May 23, 2021
Reread - actually based at P-Town from love conquers series. Futon factory being opposite where Quay worked if I remember right.
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A lovely short story revisiting the characters of Speechless. I think you'd need to read them in order as in many ways this serves as an extended epilogue.
This is pure sugar, I caught myself smiling wide while reading.
It's a fairytale HEA with everything coming up roses, but hell sometimes that's what we need to read, for me I discovered this at the perfect time.
I really like these characters who manage their difficulties (disabillities, lack of employment) with dignity and are shaping up to make a strong loving couple able to face anything together.
The secondary characters do have the feel of being from another book (Good Bones) but it's tantalising rather than invasive and convinced me to move their novel from want-to-read to buy-now.
Only problem I have is that I now really want a day visit to that Futon factory.
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A lovely short story revisiting the characters of Speechless. I think you'd need to read them in order as in many ways this serves as an extended epilogue.
This is pure sugar, I caught myself smiling wide while reading.
It's a fairytale HEA with everything coming up roses, but hell sometimes that's what we need to read, for me I discovered this at the perfect time.
I really like these characters who manage their difficulties (disabillities, lack of employment) with dignity and are shaping up to make a strong loving couple able to face anything together.
The secondary characters do have the feel of being from another book (Good Bones) but it's tantalising rather than invasive and convinced me to move their novel from want-to-read to buy-now.
Only problem I have is that I now really want a day visit to that Futon factory.
May 20, 2013
3.5 stars rounded up
Loved meeting up with Travis and Drew again. Seeing Drew get out and perform instead of locking himself in his housenwas great. Suffering from the inability to speak has really hurt his self confidence but Travis has helped him feel whole again.
The other couple mentioned in this short are Chris and Dylan, the main characters from Good Bones....I wonder if Travis and Drew ever find out that Dylan is really a werewolf?
Wish it was longer...it's super short...more like a chapter then a story. but it was sweet.
Extended review can be found at http://heartsonfirereviews.com/
Loved meeting up with Travis and Drew again. Seeing Drew get out and perform instead of locking himself in his housenwas great. Suffering from the inability to speak has really hurt his self confidence but Travis has helped him feel whole again.
The other couple mentioned in this short are Chris and Dylan, the main characters from Good Bones....I wonder if Travis and Drew ever find out that Dylan is really a werewolf?
Wish it was longer...it's super short...more like a chapter then a story. but it was sweet.
Extended review can be found at http://heartsonfirereviews.com/
June 28, 2018
A cute follow-up
I liked Speechless a lot, so I’m happy there’s a little more to the story. As romantic as the ending of Speechless was, there were certain things left hanging, and this offered hope for the future.
I haven’t read Bones yet, but now I’m very curious about those guys!
I liked Speechless a lot, so I’m happy there’s a little more to the story. As romantic as the ending of Speechless was, there were certain things left hanging, and this offered hope for the future.
I haven’t read Bones yet, but now I’m very curious about those guys!
May 26, 2013
It was a joy to meet Travis and Drew again. I liked their interaction very much, especially with regard to Drew's inability to speak. After meeting Christ and Dylan now I have to read 'Good Bones'
April 18, 2020
A short story that is a cross over with one of Kim Fieldings other series, Good Bones. I havent read that series and you don't need to have to enjoy The Gig.
It's a short and cute scene where Travis has got Drew a gig at a local cafe to play his guitar. Drew is nervous as the only time he has performed is on the stoop of his house.
The crossover aspect comes into play with Travis overhearing Dylan and Chris trying ot decide what to buy for a house warming gift. The two also are at the cafe when Drew performs, and they caht with Travis and Drew afterwards.
This was a nice glimpse into Travis and Drew being a cute couple, but it left me wanting more.
It's a short and cute scene where Travis has got Drew a gig at a local cafe to play his guitar. Drew is nervous as the only time he has performed is on the stoop of his house.
The crossover aspect comes into play with Travis overhearing Dylan and Chris trying ot decide what to buy for a house warming gift. The two also are at the cafe when Drew performs, and they caht with Travis and Drew afterwards.
This was a nice glimpse into Travis and Drew being a cute couple, but it left me wanting more.
July 10, 2015
Yay!
A short story a few months after Travis and Drew reunited from Speechless - beautiful, just beautiful really! And then we've got Dylan and the ever-so-adorable Chris from the Bones series. I missed the guys!!!!!
So glad that they're very happy and things are starting to look up professionally for Travis ^^
Oh, and this short story is free via Dreamspinner Press
You can check the link in the book details or HERE. Dunno if you have to register but here's the link anyways
The Gig
A short story a few months after Travis and Drew reunited from Speechless - beautiful, just beautiful really! And then we've got Dylan and the ever-so-adorable Chris from the Bones series. I missed the guys!!!!!
So glad that they're very happy and things are starting to look up professionally for Travis ^^
Oh, and this short story is free via Dreamspinner Press
You can check the link in the book details or HERE. Dunno if you have to register but here's the link anyways
The Gig
May 30, 2013
Lovely follow on to Speechless, but it's a tease. What about Chris and Dylan's deal? And Travis's potential new job?
January 3, 2014
Read this without realising it's a part 2, ugh, bad me.
Anyway, this was okay. The insight struck me as being too forthright/blatant/without subtlety and thus somewhat schmaltzy. Aside from that it was fine.
Anyway, this was okay. The insight struck me as being too forthright/blatant/without subtlety and thus somewhat schmaltzy. Aside from that it was fine.
February 17, 2017
Nice but too short to actually be fulfilling.
November 22, 2021
This was a mm contemporary novella. Main characters are Travis and Drew. Both have been terribly injured and this short story is about them gaining some of their life back. I have not read book 1, and it did not impede the story.
August 18, 2022
This seems to wrap everything up all lovely and cute what more could you want 💕
March 5, 2016
‘L’ingaggio’ è un racconto breve, che si legge in un’oretta, ed è un esempio lampante di come, quando un autore ha talento, bastano davvero poche parole ben spese per creare una buona storia.
Per gustarvelo davvero, però, dovreste aver letto prima ‘Senza parole’ (perché questo è il suo seguito) ed è anche un crossover con un altro libro di quest’autrice, che si intitola ‘Un buono scheletro’, uscito da noi l’anno scorso.
Ritroviamo quindi Dylan e Chris, qualche mese dopo averli lasciati, all’indomani dell’inaugurazione della casa delle Regine del Futon (ve le ricordate quelle due pazze hippie di Cassidy e Proserpina? Oh, non preoccupatevi se qui Pina la chiamano Pomegranate!) e anche Travis e Drew, che si sono riappacificati dopo il ritorno di Travis.
I nostri eroi non si conoscono e, all’apparenza, non hanno niente in comune. Ma, dopo un incontro fortuito in un negozio e una serata condivisa in una caffetteria, dove Andrew ha accettato di suonare dal vivo per gli avventori e Travis gli ha offerto sostegno e incoraggiamento per farlo uscire dal suo guscio, Dylan e Chris li avvicinano con una proposta a dir poco strana… e imperdibile.
In questi tre giorni mi sono letta tutti e tre i libri e devo dire che quest’ultimo è un connubio perfetto tra l’ironia di ‘Senza parole’ e l’atmosfera che ho amato in ‘Un buono scheletro’. Pur essendo quasi ‘una toccata e fuga’, i nostri quattro protagonisti spiccano con le loro peculiarità, le stesse che me li hanno fatti amare la prima volta che li ho incontrati.
Mi piacerebbe davvero ritrovarli ancora, in futuro, perché questo breve mix è stato sicuramente un esperimento riuscitissimo!
Per gustarvelo davvero, però, dovreste aver letto prima ‘Senza parole’ (perché questo è il suo seguito) ed è anche un crossover con un altro libro di quest’autrice, che si intitola ‘Un buono scheletro’, uscito da noi l’anno scorso.
Ritroviamo quindi Dylan e Chris, qualche mese dopo averli lasciati, all’indomani dell’inaugurazione della casa delle Regine del Futon (ve le ricordate quelle due pazze hippie di Cassidy e Proserpina? Oh, non preoccupatevi se qui Pina la chiamano Pomegranate!) e anche Travis e Drew, che si sono riappacificati dopo il ritorno di Travis.
I nostri eroi non si conoscono e, all’apparenza, non hanno niente in comune. Ma, dopo un incontro fortuito in un negozio e una serata condivisa in una caffetteria, dove Andrew ha accettato di suonare dal vivo per gli avventori e Travis gli ha offerto sostegno e incoraggiamento per farlo uscire dal suo guscio, Dylan e Chris li avvicinano con una proposta a dir poco strana… e imperdibile.
In questi tre giorni mi sono letta tutti e tre i libri e devo dire che quest’ultimo è un connubio perfetto tra l’ironia di ‘Senza parole’ e l’atmosfera che ho amato in ‘Un buono scheletro’. Pur essendo quasi ‘una toccata e fuga’, i nostri quattro protagonisti spiccano con le loro peculiarità, le stesse che me li hanno fatti amare la prima volta che li ho incontrati.
Mi piacerebbe davvero ritrovarli ancora, in futuro, perché questo breve mix è stato sicuramente un esperimento riuscitissimo!
December 29, 2013
'The Gig' is a short story follow-up to Kim Fielding's 'Speechless', and it was fun to get this little glimpse into Drew and Travis's life several months after they reunited. Travis is still unemployed and not handling having Drew pay for everything very well. But they are madly in love with each other which is amazing to watch.
Travis has helped Drew get a gig playing guitar at a local coffee shop, hoping to get Drew out a little more and interacting with the community. It was so cute to see how nervous Drew was before taking the stage. All the customers in the house really loved his playing (of course) but when they were approached after by Dylan and Chris who offered to pay Drew to play at their friend's housewarming, well that was just exciting. Drew was definitely a little stunned at this response although Travis certainly wasn't. Travis was shocked, however, when Dylan mentioned that the friends they were going to see had need of a machinist and perhaps Travis could meet with them? Boy, when it rains, it pours!
Thank you, Kim, for bringing me another glimpse of these two guys I really like.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Travis has helped Drew get a gig playing guitar at a local coffee shop, hoping to get Drew out a little more and interacting with the community. It was so cute to see how nervous Drew was before taking the stage. All the customers in the house really loved his playing (of course) but when they were approached after by Dylan and Chris who offered to pay Drew to play at their friend's housewarming, well that was just exciting. Drew was definitely a little stunned at this response although Travis certainly wasn't. Travis was shocked, however, when Dylan mentioned that the friends they were going to see had need of a machinist and perhaps Travis could meet with them? Boy, when it rains, it pours!
Thank you, Kim, for bringing me another glimpse of these two guys I really like.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
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