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Puckish
Dear Author,
It’s safe to say that if I had picked any other café that day to stop into, my life now would be completely different.
Different, saner, less dangerous BY FAR, and… less… less thrilling, less exhilarating, less intoxicating, less… alive… less… whatever it is that he is. The bastard.
He says it was random. That he just lucked out that the one café, the one table, the one seat that was chosen was mine.
I don’t know if I believe him though. Of the few things that I’ve learned in the short amount of time we’ve been forced together (NOT my idea), it’s that there’s nothing random about him.
In my new turned-around world, he has become the most steadfast presence. The one thing that, no matter what, I don’t want to lose.
Maybe if we survive through this… Maybe I’ll tell him.
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A man is sitting at a table in a café, working, a book open in front of him. He has tea and food as well. Another man is walking in.
This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group's "Love’s Landscapes" event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo and prompt that spoke to them and wrote a short story.
This story may contain sexually explicit content and is intended for adult readers. It may contain content that is disagreeable or distressing to some readers. The M/M Romance Group strongly recommends that each reader review the General Information section before each story for story tags as well as for content warnings.
It’s safe to say that if I had picked any other café that day to stop into, my life now would be completely different.
Different, saner, less dangerous BY FAR, and… less… less thrilling, less exhilarating, less intoxicating, less… alive… less… whatever it is that he is. The bastard.
He says it was random. That he just lucked out that the one café, the one table, the one seat that was chosen was mine.
I don’t know if I believe him though. Of the few things that I’ve learned in the short amount of time we’ve been forced together (NOT my idea), it’s that there’s nothing random about him.
In my new turned-around world, he has become the most steadfast presence. The one thing that, no matter what, I don’t want to lose.
Maybe if we survive through this… Maybe I’ll tell him.
Photo Description:
A man is sitting at a table in a café, working, a book open in front of him. He has tea and food as well. Another man is walking in.
This story was written as a part of the M/M Romance Group's "Love’s Landscapes" event. Group members were asked to write a story prompt inspired by a photo of their choice. Authors of the group selected a photo and prompt that spoke to them and wrote a short story.
This story may contain sexually explicit content and is intended for adult readers. It may contain content that is disagreeable or distressing to some readers. The M/M Romance Group strongly recommends that each reader review the General Information section before each story for story tags as well as for content warnings.
38 pages, ebook
First published June 10, 2014
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Wart Hill
6 books224 followersWart Hill is a queer Trans man from western NY. He writes mainly fantasy and sci fi with queer main characters. On GoodReads, Wart is a reader first and a writer second and is always open to discussing books!
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November 6, 2014
I really enjoyed this wonderfully fun and quirky story.
One guy is quietly grading papers in a café and discreetly admires a man who walks in. All seems normal until the music starts to play.
“Moments later, a haunting, lyrical piece began to play, filling the small café with captivating, impossible music.”
His life completely changes when he decides not to vacate the table the unusual man is now sitting at, even though he is convinced the man is crazy.
I loved Minoru’s humorous inner thoughts, their conversations, and the magical mixed in with the ordinary. He is now in a world that isn’t supposed to exist and Charys has a very important mission. The story takes a dark turn and moves along at a faster pace as events escalate.
The chapter headings and literary references are clever and very much suit this story.
Definitely read this if you want to learn a little-known fact about William Shakespeare!
*Offered for FREE from the M/M Romance Group's Love's Landscapes event.
January 31, 2015
A quick little jaunt into the land of the fae..and a good one it is. Puckish did leave me wanting more of the story between these two.
Underneath or Above. I'll take either.
PS. Reading this made me feel as one of my children has done well. :)
I am friends with this author..but I was friends with him before he decided to write. So bite me.
Underneath or Above. I'll take either.
PS. Reading this made me feel as one of my children has done well. :)
I am friends with this author..but I was friends with him before he decided to write. So bite me.
September 3, 2016
Utterly sweet and charming little story, very loosely based on Alice in Wonderland but with a bit of an edge.
The dialogue was snappy, and "Minoru Levinson" has to be about the greatest name for a fairy tale MC anywhere ever.
The dialogue was snappy, and "Minoru Levinson" has to be about the greatest name for a fairy tale MC anywhere ever.
"My name is Minoru Levinson." I waited for the inevitable disbelief. The amusement. Something. Instead, Charys only nodded and turned to watch the passing darkness again.
I suppose when your name is Charys, a Japanese Jew isn't terribly shocking.
June 10, 2014
A short, sweet fairy tale. Mr. Hill writes with a timeless voice, and he's created some lovely characters here. Perfect for cuddling up with a cup of coffee for a quick morning read.
June 10, 2014
3.5 Stars
Oh the places you'll go…
This was a fun mortal and fae worlds collide story. A humorous interlude that takes what seems to be the very ordinary and Shazam! Extraordinary. The wild, fantastical beginning lured me in and honestly, I'd have been over the moon if this twisted even more towards a Terry Gilliamesque fantasy. But nonetheless, it was witty and charming and had a lovely essence of fae fickleness, and the ending is like opening the wrapper on a sweet.
Oh the places you'll go…
This was a fun mortal and fae worlds collide story. A humorous interlude that takes what seems to be the very ordinary and Shazam! Extraordinary. The wild, fantastical beginning lured me in and honestly, I'd have been over the moon if this twisted even more towards a Terry Gilliamesque fantasy. But nonetheless, it was witty and charming and had a lovely essence of fae fickleness, and the ending is like opening the wrapper on a sweet.
December 15, 2015
2.5
A fairy tale influenced by Alice in Wonderland and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Well written but for the life of me, I don’t understand when and why Minoru and Charys fell for each other.
A fairy tale influenced by Alice in Wonderland and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Well written but for the life of me, I don’t understand when and why Minoru and Charys fell for each other.
October 19, 2023
This was nice. A short thing with a plot that can be described as cryptic at best. You get a tiny glimpse into the world of the fae, or not ...
It shows the beginning of a relationship between Charys and Minoru based on an extraordinary event. Hmm... yes, I think that does it justice - an extraordinary event.
Minoru's mind is quite amusing.
I have found, frequently, that being a gay man and an ass man is frustrating when bombarded by stick-thin white men with disappointingly flat gluteus maximi. This man had no such shortcomings. His ass was as shapely and alluring as the rest of his well-toned body, and I had to avert my gaze quickly before the tightening in my trousers became embarrassing. 🤭
It takes a while to get to understand Charys’ side as well. That is perhaps my only criticism, that you don't know what his feelings are.
He had dragged Minoru into this— he could have easily gotten him away from the table, but something about the stubborn glint in his eye when Charys had sat down had endeared Minoru to him, and he had wanted to know more.
And just before the end, the book packs a real punch and I had tears rolling down my face because it suddenly got all emotional. Read at your own risk. 😉
It shows the beginning of a relationship between Charys and Minoru based on an extraordinary event. Hmm... yes, I think that does it justice - an extraordinary event.
Minoru's mind is quite amusing.
I have found, frequently, that being a gay man and an ass man is frustrating when bombarded by stick-thin white men with disappointingly flat gluteus maximi. This man had no such shortcomings. His ass was as shapely and alluring as the rest of his well-toned body, and I had to avert my gaze quickly before the tightening in my trousers became embarrassing. 🤭
It takes a while to get to understand Charys’ side as well. That is perhaps my only criticism, that you don't know what his feelings are.
He had dragged Minoru into this— he could have easily gotten him away from the table, but something about the stubborn glint in his eye when Charys had sat down had endeared Minoru to him, and he had wanted to know more.
And just before the end, the book packs a real punch and I had tears rolling down my face because it suddenly got all emotional. Read at your own risk. 😉
June 23, 2014
I learned of Wart Hill because of the hubbub that surrounded Playing with Two-Edged Swords so I figured I'd read both books and judge for myself. It's funny how there was a line about "puckish" in Roger's book. I wonder if that was a coincidence?
This book was well written and I liked the initial interaction between Charys and Minoru. Once they got on their way to the Underneath I started to get bored and started to skim pages. I really didn't get why Charys had to involve Minoru in the first place; just because he was bored and found him interesting? That's pretty sucky to impact someone's life so drastically. Do I think Charys will enjoy living in this world with Minoru? I don't see how. Just because they shared an adventure and an attraction doesn't necessarily mean they'll have a HEA.
So if I had to decide which book I liked better between this one and Roger Grace's, for overall enjoyment I'm going with Roger's.
This book was well written and I liked the initial interaction between Charys and Minoru. Once they got on their way to the Underneath I started to get bored and started to skim pages. I really didn't get why Charys had to involve Minoru in the first place; just because he was bored and found him interesting? That's pretty sucky to impact someone's life so drastically. Do I think Charys will enjoy living in this world with Minoru? I don't see how. Just because they shared an adventure and an attraction doesn't necessarily mean they'll have a HEA.
So if I had to decide which book I liked better between this one and Roger Grace's, for overall enjoyment I'm going with Roger's.
December 11, 2014
One thing I can definitely say about this: "Well, THAT is different"
Seems to be taking inspiration from Alice in Wonderland, it combines contemporary with fantasy, as Minoru Levinson (yes, that is his name) finds himself being whisked away into a totally different world. It feels insta-lovey due to the actual short time that Minoru and Charys spent together.
But the fantasy element makes this story memorable. Not necessarily stands out (since there still be hundreds of this coming) but memorable nonetheless.
Seems to be taking inspiration from Alice in Wonderland, it combines contemporary with fantasy, as Minoru Levinson (yes, that is his name) finds himself being whisked away into a totally different world. It feels insta-lovey due to the actual short time that Minoru and Charys spent together.
But the fantasy element makes this story memorable. Not necessarily stands out (since there still be hundreds of this coming) but memorable nonetheless.
June 11, 2014
After all the discomfort of yesterday I needed to step away from Lolita, for my sanity! This was a perfect little holiday!
I loved Puckish, and I don't say that because I adore Wart, this is a beautiful piece worthy all on it's own!
Puck is one of my favourite characters in Shakespeare! I couldn't help but love this adorable blend of A Midsummer Night's Dream, Alice in Wonderland with a decidedly Austen spin to it!
Bravo, Wart! Just beautiful! My only qualm is that I wish there was more :)
August 2, 2014
Let me just say, this was enjoyable.
It was a very smooth read, the writing style crisp. A well built world in such a short time. The dialogue was natural.
This author knows their characters, no doubt.
I loved the references and the bit of humor.
Minoru is smart, unpretentious at that, mature, open and took a chance.
Charys, aka Puck, is cheeky, strong, noble and took a chance.
I liked the main metaphor, it was relayed rather well.
I really like the ending, another ode to a classic.
Y'all, this is a keeper.
It was a very smooth read, the writing style crisp. A well built world in such a short time. The dialogue was natural.
This author knows their characters, no doubt.
I loved the references and the bit of humor.
Minoru is smart, unpretentious at that, mature, open and took a chance.
Charys, aka Puck, is cheeky, strong, noble and took a chance.
I liked the main metaphor, it was relayed rather well.
I really like the ending, another ode to a classic.
Y'all, this is a keeper.
April 30, 2020
3.5 stars
This was a sweet little journey into Tir Na Nog, the land of the Fae. It was a sweet little romance, albeit with some instalove, but in a short story, instalove is the only way that you can go sometimes so it is (slightly) more forgivable. I enjoyed both the characters of Minoru and Charys and thought they were incredibly rendered especially for only a short little thing ringing in at 32 pages. Wart Hill has a beautiful way with words and I found his descriptions and his writing style poetic and very well crafted. I wished this was longer because I really wanted some backstory and some fleshing out of minor characters which had the potential to be quite interesting. I liked the nods to Shakespeare as well as Alice in Wonderland and thought they were tastefully done with enough creativity to make this story stand completely on its own. I will definitely read more of Wart's work in the future. Writing is definitely his forte! My criticisms are mostly that I just wanted MORE.
I am friends with Wart Hill on goodreads and find him to be quite an awesome writer and human. The opinions in this review are merely my own and my friendship with this author has not influenced this review in any way. I am always brutally honest.
This was a sweet little journey into Tir Na Nog, the land of the Fae. It was a sweet little romance, albeit with some instalove, but in a short story, instalove is the only way that you can go sometimes so it is (slightly) more forgivable. I enjoyed both the characters of Minoru and Charys and thought they were incredibly rendered especially for only a short little thing ringing in at 32 pages. Wart Hill has a beautiful way with words and I found his descriptions and his writing style poetic and very well crafted. I wished this was longer because I really wanted some backstory and some fleshing out of minor characters which had the potential to be quite interesting. I liked the nods to Shakespeare as well as Alice in Wonderland and thought they were tastefully done with enough creativity to make this story stand completely on its own. I will definitely read more of Wart's work in the future. Writing is definitely his forte! My criticisms are mostly that I just wanted MORE.
I am friends with Wart Hill on goodreads and find him to be quite an awesome writer and human. The opinions in this review are merely my own and my friendship with this author has not influenced this review in any way. I am always brutally honest.
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June 26, 2015I think you need an appreciation of Lewis Carroll to enjoy this one; there's a number references, but his Alice has never been prevalent in my life which left me feeling excluded below a literary bar.
Initially the narrator feels very formal with a habit of analysing every reaction/action for a paragraph, which might suit his character but annoyance came before fear/shock/wonder which had me blinking. I couldn't connect, but think it's a stylised thing.
Objectively the introduction to the world was imaginative and interesting - but I was late, I didn't drink the potion and I'm afraid the wonder was lost to me.
Not rating as many love Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and I'm sure they'll enjoy this, I DNF'd at about 65% with the expectation of 'wackiness'. It's not-you-it's-me.
Initially the narrator feels very formal with a habit of analysing every reaction/action for a paragraph, which might suit his character but annoyance came before fear/shock/wonder which had me blinking. I couldn't connect, but think it's a stylised thing.
Objectively the introduction to the world was imaginative and interesting - but I was late, I didn't drink the potion and I'm afraid the wonder was lost to me.
Not rating as many love Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and I'm sure they'll enjoy this, I DNF'd at about 65% with the expectation of 'wackiness'. It's not-you-it's-me.
August 22, 2014
Okay, this was absolutely adorable and just what I needed to get me through a rough day.
I love Wart's writing style, verbiage, and I'm itching to read more now.
Puckish is the story of a Fae and a human who, by chance & fascination, end up in a tricky situation together. As their fascination with each other grows, so does the complexity of the situation.
As this is a short read, I won't give any more away- but I definitely recommend this touching fantasy-romance.
I love Wart's writing style, verbiage, and I'm itching to read more now.
Puckish is the story of a Fae and a human who, by chance & fascination, end up in a tricky situation together. As their fascination with each other grows, so does the complexity of the situation.
As this is a short read, I won't give any more away- but I definitely recommend this touching fantasy-romance.
July 13, 2015
I loved this story for so many reasons. I loved the Lewis Carroll and Shakespeare references (that poor guy gets so much stick for his brilliant plays. Now we're supposed to believe that he was a changling and that's why he could write so well? The implications that he changed the names in A Midsummer Night's Dream to protect the real life characters they were based on really appealed to my nerd gene).
When Minoru first encounters Charys it reminded me very much of "The Doctor/companion" scenario. Another reviewer has stated they could not see when Minoru and Charys actually fell in love and I say there was not really a point where they did. This was a cleverly crafted story with hints of their growing bond hidden within the adventure itself. Minoru was drawn to Charys like a moth to a flame and just couldn't help tagging along because he was intrigued. Sometimes the best relationships in fantasy stories begin like this: two characters are drawn together and there is often no explanation for why they remain together except they share a bond and experiences they simply cannot share with anyone else because no one else would understand.
At the end Minoru could not simply turn his back because Charys had sacrificed his immortality. The happy ending was the fact that they get to live out what would have happened if Charys had simply sat at the table and flirted, which was what Charys had wished for.
I really enjoyed this story because it was an adventure with just a tiny splattering of romance at the end. The romance didn't take over the story. The adventure wasn't interrupted half way through for the characters to get all mushy on one another. It was pure and delightful and simple (and I don't mean that in a bad way. I mean in the way that a skilled craftsman makes something seem easy, but when you try to do it yourself you're all fingers and thumbs).
Charys and Minoru will be characters I will remember and characters I would love to read more about. Perhaps a sequel is already in the pipelines? *She asks hopefully*
When Minoru first encounters Charys it reminded me very much of "The Doctor/companion" scenario. Another reviewer has stated they could not see when Minoru and Charys actually fell in love and I say there was not really a point where they did. This was a cleverly crafted story with hints of their growing bond hidden within the adventure itself. Minoru was drawn to Charys like a moth to a flame and just couldn't help tagging along because he was intrigued. Sometimes the best relationships in fantasy stories begin like this: two characters are drawn together and there is often no explanation for why they remain together except they share a bond and experiences they simply cannot share with anyone else because no one else would understand.
At the end Minoru could not simply turn his back because Charys had sacrificed his immortality. The happy ending was the fact that they get to live out what would have happened if Charys had simply sat at the table and flirted, which was what Charys had wished for.
I really enjoyed this story because it was an adventure with just a tiny splattering of romance at the end. The romance didn't take over the story. The adventure wasn't interrupted half way through for the characters to get all mushy on one another. It was pure and delightful and simple (and I don't mean that in a bad way. I mean in the way that a skilled craftsman makes something seem easy, but when you try to do it yourself you're all fingers and thumbs).
Charys and Minoru will be characters I will remember and characters I would love to read more about. Perhaps a sequel is already in the pipelines? *She asks hopefully*
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 25, 2016
Puckish was written for the Goodreads M/M Romance Group’s 2014 Love’s Landscapes Event. It features Minoru Levinson a human, and Charys a Fae.
June 10, 2014
This was a solid three stars from me, verging on more mostly because of the beautiful. strange world the author took me to. There were new takes on familiar characters and some beautiful descriptions had me captivated at times.
What lacked for me was a sense of purpose and intensity. It felt like the main character was dropped into this fairy world for no other reason than he happened to trip and fall, and both he and his rescuer ended up paying a heavy price that nevertheless seemed simply requisite, like another tumbling fall that happened to be in the direction of an HFN resolution. I think with more time, this story could have been fleshed out into something really amazing. As it stands it piqued my interest, but didn't quite satisfy my imagination.
What lacked for me was a sense of purpose and intensity. It felt like the main character was dropped into this fairy world for no other reason than he happened to trip and fall, and both he and his rescuer ended up paying a heavy price that nevertheless seemed simply requisite, like another tumbling fall that happened to be in the direction of an HFN resolution. I think with more time, this story could have been fleshed out into something really amazing. As it stands it piqued my interest, but didn't quite satisfy my imagination.
June 11, 2014
3.5 stars rounded up
Well written short and humourous story about a chance meeting between a TA (Minrou) and a fae (Charys) which leads to an unexpected trip to "Underneath" and the Fae Royal Court. I really enjoyed the set up and the references to Alice in Wonderland and Shakespeare. A fun, sweet read.
Well written short and humourous story about a chance meeting between a TA (Minrou) and a fae (Charys) which leads to an unexpected trip to "Underneath" and the Fae Royal Court. I really enjoyed the set up and the references to Alice in Wonderland and Shakespeare. A fun, sweet read.
November 2, 2017
This is a neat little story. I liked it. Short and free and well done.
June 12, 2014
The prose was elegant and the story was fairly interesting. It was, as Minoru was done to in the story, somewhat obscure to make a complete picture. It made the story equally good and mysterious and yet vague and insubstantial.
The author choose to write the Fae in the classical characteristics, fickle, playful, aloof, and definitely harmful to humans. Mr. Hill wrote this story in the way that would probably make you want to read the classical to see all the references.
However, the story was too short to make the connection believable, .
I also felt a bit cheated
Even though the story was fairly short and too vague for me in places, I am not sure it would be a good thing to expand it more.
This is a 3.5 stars round up. I felt that this is more style over substance for me but it sure was a well done style.
The author choose to write the Fae in the classical characteristics, fickle, playful, aloof, and definitely harmful to humans. Mr. Hill wrote this story in the way that would probably make you want to read the classical to see all the references.
However, the story was too short to make the connection believable, .
I also felt a bit cheated
Even though the story was fairly short and too vague for me in places, I am not sure it would be a good thing to expand it more.
This is a 3.5 stars round up. I felt that this is more style over substance for me but it sure was a well done style.
August 11, 2014
I really liked this story, it had such a wonderful humorous and quirky tone to it that left me with a smile on my face. I would love it if Wart was to expand this story or at least write more in this world that he has created.
I felt that Charys and Minoru had a connection but I didn’t quite feel it was strong enough for so please write more Wart because I want to see their connection become stronger.
I did wonder what happened to his bag of papers which he left on the table
I felt that Charys and Minoru had a connection but I didn’t quite feel it was strong enough for so please write more Wart because I want to see their connection become stronger.
I did wonder what happened to his bag of papers which he left on the table
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June 12, 2016I did not dislike this book. I had, however, a hard time not falling asleep.
The literarily references to Alice in Wonderland and Shakespeare werde cute.
The world building was all in darkness, which was no fun at all.
I wouldn't call this a romance, although there is a kiss and, and... a connection?
Maybe I'm just not literate enough to appreciate such a story, because I think it's some kind of homage to literature ;-P Yes, very eloquent, Mel.
The writing was quite nice. Definitely not bad or bumpy.
Yes, I know, I'm very euphoric. Not. Sorry. Not my kind of story, I think. No rating.
The literarily references to Alice in Wonderland and Shakespeare werde cute.
The world building was all in darkness, which was no fun at all.
I wouldn't call this a romance, although there is a kiss and, and... a connection?
Maybe I'm just not literate enough to appreciate such a story, because I think it's some kind of homage to literature ;-P Yes, very eloquent, Mel.
The writing was quite nice. Definitely not bad or bumpy.
Yes, I know, I'm very euphoric. Not. Sorry. Not my kind of story, I think. No rating.
June 11, 2014
I really liked this! Loved the Shakespeare and Alice in Wonderland references, and really enjoyed this world that you built. I think I wish there was a bit more romance in this than just the hint at the end, but still enjoyed this and liked the characters. Thanks for a great story!
July 3, 2014
This was ok, but I think it was too short for the story it was trying to tell. There wasn't long enough to get a good feel for the characters and the falling in love just seemed to come out the blue.
I think the author has potential though.
I think the author has potential though.
September 6, 2016
I was as lost as Minoru was. I even re-read most pages twice.
But, I liked the idea and concept.
I bet this would be better as a re-read, going in knowing what the heck was going on.
But, I liked the idea and concept.
I bet this would be better as a re-read, going in knowing what the heck was going on.
June 25, 2014
I really enjoyed all the Alice in Wonderland & Shakespeare references. The characters were a lot of fun. The end was a tad quick but that was a minor concern. I really liked this one.
September 1, 2014
Short, but sweet. Works for me, although maybe it was a little rushed.
December 29, 2019
This was quite interesting with a surprising amount of depth for such a short story.
June 6, 2016
Need to gather some thoughts but ultimately I just wanted more. :)
Thoughts processed and ready…
First let me say that the author is a Goodreads friend, so I was captivated first by the postings and comments on his most recent accomplishment. I am not a writer so honestly for anyone to write something and then have the courage to share it with the world takes guts.
As a reader, I found this “Love Landscapes” event quite intriguing.
Overall, the biggest complaint I have was the length. My guess is that the “event” potentially had a word limit?? So therefore, I would like to see some expansion on the story, in lieu of a continuation. The journey “down the rabbit hole” was entertaining to say the least and I found the literary ties to “Alice in Wonderland” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” quite clever. Obviously from the first few pages, the attraction of our 2 male leads was positive…however, Japanese Jew was not a look I had envisioned. (I let that one slide and substituted by own Hiddles vision, LOL.) Some of the initial conversations got confusing for me honestly, and I found myself having to reread a few paragraphs and phrases. The line “You haven’t learned to miss.” I am still not sure I understand that and not sure our Minoru ever did either… but he was a little distracted.
I enjoyed the overall journey our characters went on and the ending chapter was the high note for me.…but ultimately I needed some blanks filled in along the way and I would have liked a little more sexual tension and build up between Minoru and Charys. The scenes with Bricne also needed further development…those felt way rushed to me.
Definitely worth the read. Congrats Wart! Will look forward to more. <3
Thoughts processed and ready…
First let me say that the author is a Goodreads friend, so I was captivated first by the postings and comments on his most recent accomplishment. I am not a writer so honestly for anyone to write something and then have the courage to share it with the world takes guts.
As a reader, I found this “Love Landscapes” event quite intriguing.
Overall, the biggest complaint I have was the length. My guess is that the “event” potentially had a word limit?? So therefore, I would like to see some expansion on the story, in lieu of a continuation. The journey “down the rabbit hole” was entertaining to say the least and I found the literary ties to “Alice in Wonderland” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” quite clever. Obviously from the first few pages, the attraction of our 2 male leads was positive…however, Japanese Jew was not a look I had envisioned. (I let that one slide and substituted by own Hiddles vision, LOL.) Some of the initial conversations got confusing for me honestly, and I found myself having to reread a few paragraphs and phrases. The line “You haven’t learned to miss.” I am still not sure I understand that and not sure our Minoru ever did either… but he was a little distracted.
I enjoyed the overall journey our characters went on and the ending chapter was the high note for me.…but ultimately I needed some blanks filled in along the way and I would have liked a little more sexual tension and build up between Minoru and Charys. The scenes with Bricne also needed further development…those felt way rushed to me.
Definitely worth the read. Congrats Wart! Will look forward to more. <3
October 3, 2015
4.5 stars rounded up
Wonderful story. The writing had wonderful word play and banter; the story was really funny. I wanted just a couple more pages in the middle to help me believe the passion they suddenly had for each other.
I loved that this was about a grad student which is unusual in romantic fiction. Having been a T.A., though, I would be worried to death about those papers. I can't believe he was sane and rational . :)
I think at the end, Minoru (awesome name) should have .
This would have been 5 stars if it weren't for the need for a little more romance.
Wonderful story. The writing had wonderful word play and banter; the story was really funny. I wanted just a couple more pages in the middle to help me believe the passion they suddenly had for each other.
I loved that this was about a grad student which is unusual in romantic fiction. Having been a T.A., though, I would be worried to death about those papers. I can't believe he was sane and rational . :)
I think at the end, Minoru (awesome name) should have .
This would have been 5 stars if it weren't for the need for a little more romance.
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