Timothy M.

I may have to write an alternate version for you (and AC maybe) to satisfy those urges, LOL.

Unfortunately I slept so well, I even missed his cell phone going off. Jacob let me sleep while he took a quick shower, and woke me up with a gentle shake and a kiss. “Rise and shine, Russell. It’s half past eight and we need some breakfast.” I grumbled and tried to burrow under the duvet. Next thing I knew, it was ripped away and I was naked on the bed. He rolled me over and laughed. “Nice morning wood, but that’s not what I meant. Come on, sleepy head, or the next step will be a glass

Can we get some Zach in the next chapter, please?

Bad Oli, cheating on Buddy and in front of him too ! But I guess it's understandable in a way. Somehow I almost feel more sorry for Stuart, it must be a bit of a shock to be chased out of bed by a furious wolf.

This is such a sad part, but I love it too. All the things left unsaid but understood by us tied my guts in knots. Fuck I hate child abusers of all kinds and your story reminds me why. The main uplifting bit was Simon telling Jake that God doesn't hate him, because he made him the way he is. Hopefully it will be enough. But I still wish Simon had told his dad about Jack being beaten, although I guess at that time and age nothing would have been done - end even today it's ignored too often.

Wow Bay and Zander dropping by in the same chapter, awesome. I'm glad Robin got to see Kieran doing something worth while for a change. I'm going to introduce short cuts: BiB = Becca-is-a-Bitch, which I can add to subsequent reviews. But I never thought Kier's cousin would stoop so low. Hope he feels contrite for long enough to actually tell BtB (Becca-the-Bitch) to stop her nasty badmouthing about Kier.

Yeah I look forward to the twins getting back together too, and I'm actually working my way towards it in the chapter I'm writing at the moment. But there are a few other matters to deal with first.

I had a lot of doubts about the whole email exchange scene, so I'm relieved people like it. Written conversation is almost harder to do well than actual dialogue - which I dislike writing because I find it difficult to avoid sounding artificial. Luckily my main beta reader (AC) gave good advice on how to tighten it up and which parts worked well. He loved Russ declaring himself and the Chris email, too, and I have to admit it makes me smile whenever I comes across is again.

Well, by the time they get to Læsø, they've actually been camping for more than two months. This includes plenty of physical activity and probably a lower calory intake than Russ was used to. So some weight loss or at least a more trim body is possible, isn't it?But you're quite right in guessing that Russ wasn't as fat and unattractive as he saw himself. In this respect I think he's not unusual for a teen with low self esteem issues.

Glad you enjoyed the biosecurity topic, to me it's a far larger threat to nature than climate change.I wouldn't say Russ has bad memories of his last trip to Denmark, more like no memories. But you're quite right that his whole perception of life has been colored by his illness. Recollections of his previous vacation aren't the only things he's lost or suppressed.

Well, I'm glad I have at least one reader who isn't freaked by the sub thing, lol. And I agree it's better to talk about the matter openly, but maybe Russell wasn't quite ready for this topic in their conversation about sex.

I like Charlotte too and I want to include her more in later chapters. For now we'll have to make do with emails, lol.

You couldn't give me a nicer compliment than saying my story is believable and nice reading, too. Thank you for making it through two of my looong chapters in one day, lol.

Thank you, that was exactly my intention: to use places and facts I know to show the development of their friendship and subsequent attachment. I'm planning to add links and pictures to the story forum, for those who are interested.

YES ! Mike defended his man and Corbin should be applauding and not questioning him. I hope Corbin reacted the way he did, because he is worried about Mike getting in trouble and not because he felt sorry for Pete. The Brit deserved being punched. I also hope Mike heard what Corbin said to Pete, but even if he didn't he reacted to just what Corbin was accusing Pete of: trying to seduce him to prove a point but with no intention of comitting himself. Corbin needs to drag Mike off to his room and show him how much he cares for him - no damn he can't do that because he's hosting and Mike needs to go back to camp. Fuck, Jwolf please don't keep us hanging for too long before you post the next chapter. And please, please don't let Corb abandon Mike, the man who loves him and helps him and defends his honor.

and maybe this will teach your fans not to keep picking on you for more chapters or sequels about those characters but let them RIP so your hurt can heal. although this is a lot easier when the stories are long and feels complete when I read them all over again. and new stories help too

Are you sure, she'll be grateful ? Even more interesting: will Lord Elgin be grateful ? At one point I wondered why he hadn't prevented her from going up on deck. Did Lord Elgin maybe want her to go overboard? But then I remembered she's pregnant, and I suppose he cares for his unborn child, at least.

The flash back to the incident with the man with the folding chair scares me every time I read it. Mainly because Simon came so close to evil and only escaped the danger at the last moment. But his instincts are sound even when he is unaware of the reasons to feel afraid or trust (Flo) or connected (Jake).

I love big protective older brothers, who care about the happiness of their siblings and best friends. In spite of embarrassing encounters

Well, Mark didn't list Will as a main narrator, and so far he hasn't been, in my opinion. It's just that some readers break out in spots whenever Will is on. But otherwise I agree with you, we're getting just what Mark promised:

If Granger was a man of less keen intelligence, I'd frown at this moment of self-pity. But he does manage to sort out his feelings and realize the basic problem is a feeling of loneliness. However, he fails to see the other side of the coin and here his innate modesty does him a disservice. Granger is handsome, lovable and destined to attract the attention of another lover sooner or later. Not many people would be lucky enough to have been loved by the number of wonderful men at such a young age - we're glad if we find true love and a meeting of minds (and bodies) once or twice in a life time. So Granger needs to appreciate the fact than whenever he's been lonely before, he's always met someone who could fulfill his needs (and I'm talking spiritual love as well as carnal). Plus, he may have lost Calvert's primary love to Gatling, but if he was to meet them, he'd find out that both men still had plenty of love for him, even if was somewhat different. And I totally agree with you Gary: Granger needs to be constantly reassured that he is attractive and worthy of love. But we tend to forget he's much younger than Brad, so his insecurities are perhaps more understandable, even if he's as successful profesionally and in his personal life (in spite of ups and downs) as Brad is. Hmm I'm wondering what this craving for affection and recognition says about the author - don't worry Mark, we all adore you

If Granger was a man of less keen intelligence, I'd frown at this moment of self-pity. But he does manage to sort out his feelings and realize the basic problem is a feeling of loneliness. Every time Granger feels like this, Mark has him meet someone wonderful, so I'm looking forward to seeing who it is this time. I'll post the rest of my rant over at the forum.

Lots of interesting developments, some fun moments (eg Tony and Keith) and no stalker - I like this chapter. Even if you do try to trick us at the end - I'm going to give my opinion about the Dave and Jim matter over at the forum.

This initial chapter is so scary. We can guess what the problem with the priest is even if we don't know for sure, and all the time Simon is with him I kept my fingers crossed hoping he'd get away without loss of innocence and trust. But why did he hang the Madonna figure? And what happened in second grade? Hopefully we'll know when the next chapter arrives.

Yes ! I'm so glad Benny finally killed that evil old Tiger. I hope he gets a long cuddly vacation with Yuri and that you let us see some of it as reward for staying through all the bad bits.