JeffreyL

It's a bit sad to see this story come to an end. Another case of well written characters you care about as if they were real people. I enjoyed the wrap up and the HEA. With this extended family there should be some more stories to come (hint, hint). Thanks for a good read. Looking forward to more good stories from you. Jeff

This is getting frustrating. Are you going to start giving us hints about why Siggi is so upset about Arnar? His actions seem irrational, but there must be a reason. I'm not giving up yet. Jeff

I have just read what you have posted through chapter 2. I am impressed that you are writing in English when it is not your first language. I am enjoying Peter's thoughts and his concerns about fitting in. It has been a long time since I was in high school, but I still remember the social drama. Can't wait to read more. Thank you. Jeff

It is clear you really enjoy writing Preston! I think he might be my new favorite character. Any chance he's based on someone you know? I would love to see him get back at Indie, at least temporarily. They make quite a pair. Thank you for a pleasurable read. Jeff

A pitch perfect ending to an intriguing story. Thank you. Don't know that there is a reason to revisit these characters, but if you do, I'll be reading. Jeff

Just binged chapters one through eight and I love this slightly different twist on the shifter world. Can't wait for Tobin and/or Kellar to slip and reveal their true feelings. Looking forward to more. Thank you. Jeff

Hey Robert, At first read, I thought maybe the resolution was a bit quick. A re-read made me rethink that. Knowing our guys (and having Bubba's help) it really fit Clayton and Ryan. Can't wait for more. Thank you. Jeff

I have enjoyed Bobby's story. Your characters seemed like real people, and the conflict is very much in the news today. I'm glad that you managed HEA with a realistic solution to Tiffany's problem. Thank you for an enjoyable story. Jeff

This is the first story that I've read by you. A very intriguing beginning. I am anxious to read more. Jeff

OMG! Should have seen it coming, but didn't. Clayton has been dropping hints about a lot of money, but I would have thought he was getting to know Ryan well enough to trust him. I also think he would have been better off to feed Ryan the true story in smaller bits instead of dropping a big bomb. In my opinion Ryan's reaction was spot-on. The whole self-made-man issue is huge for him. No wonder Clayton was worried to tell all. I'll say it again: amazing writing to have me caring for these fictional characters. You were right. They are the kind of people that would make good friends and neighbors. And kudos to you for some cleverness. I googled the details of Clayton's family and loved how you borrowed from reality to create Clayton's story. Thank you and write quickly. I can't wait for more. Jeff

Oh Carlos, I think I'm a bit depressed. You created a bunch of interesting, wonderful characters, and like a lot of your readers, I've come to really care about them. I agree with so many of the other comments: good place to end, lots of dangling story lines, fitting end for JM, would love to read more about these guys at some point in the future. Thanks for keeping me entertained. There will be a little hole in my life for awhile. Guess I'll have to go back to "Summer" and start over.

It still surprises me how much I've grown to care about these guys - two fictional characters and their friends. It is a testament to your writing skills. I appreciated Clayton's history lesson. I was coming of age during that time. Didn't know any gays. Didn't know about the "gay lifestyle." But I do remember the devastation of the AIDS epidemic. Thanks for such a good story. Jeff

Just found "Crashing" last night and binged through chapter 5. Just finished chapter 6 and wanted to say thanks. I am enjoying the story of Ben and Connor! Can't wait for more. Jeff

Just binged Full Moon and Peace and Quiet. Really enjoyed both and the overlapping characters. Can't wait to start the third book. Hope I can be patient to read chapters as you post them. Good writing! And thanks for two enjoyable reads. Jeff

OK Rex, here's your verbal pat on the back: Doin' good, bud. Can't wait for more. Really love these guys. Jeff

Sorry to say I am mostly confused at this point. Chapter 2 was hard to follow. I didn't care for Xander or Strife. I am curious to see how they fit with Tallen and Frost. It is your story to tell, in the way you want to tell it, but I could have used a few hints and a little more clarity. Since I binged chapters 1 and 2 and the "interlude" between them, I think I will let my mind sort thing a bit before I continue on. If challenging my mind was your goal, you have succeeded. Thank you for an intriguing puzzle. Jeff

After finishing the four parts of chapter 1, I am confused and fascinated. Frost and Tallen are intriguing characters. I like them both, and part of me is not certain why. I am not put off by different writing styles, but I am often slow to catch on. I am trying to understand all the comments in parentheses and the sudden shift in part four from what I perceive as contemporary and realistic to something more like fantasy. I am excited to read on. Thank you for what promises to be a really good story. Jeff

Thank you for a most enjoyable story. I came to really care about these characters. The behind the scenes look at the music industry was fascinating. My only complaint: my old English speaking eyes had trouble when three characters had very similar(to me) first names. It didn't stop me from reading! I am looking to reading more about these guys. Thanks again. Jeff

It is so good to be back in touch with our guys in D.C. Spring is off to an interesting start. As always, Thanks for some fine writing. Jeff

I guess because I have no romance in my life I like reading the romance stories best. The first two chapters make a beautiful short story, but I'm glad you decided to write more. I can't wait to read the rest. Thanks for such a beautiful story. Jeff

OK. I binged. I caught up. Write faster! I have never been interested in bondage. Not sure I am, yet. But, damn! This is hot! Love these guys, especially Chase. Thank you for the bdsm "primer." Seriously, there is so much I don't know, and I am usually turned off (and often stop reading) when it borders on rape. Good to know there are ways to make things enjoyable for both. And thanks for such an interesting and enjoyable story. Jeff

Time for a pat on the back, or two. But first: never discourage your new readers from reading "Joe..." or "Landfall." Both are great stories filled with wonderful characters Plus the moments when those characters stop by this story are great fun! Chapters 9 and 10 gave us a lot more insight to Ryan and Clayton. I agree with the others here. The dialogue was open and real between them. It's been a long time since I was expected to be so honest about my feelings; don't know if I could. As always, thanks for some fine writing and these great characters. Looking forward to what happens next. Jeff

I like flamingo136's description of each chapter as a letter from home. Like so many of your readers, I've grown quite fond of these characters. It will be hard to wait for Spring, but then like real life it's just around the corner (hopefully). As usual, I have to say thanks Carlos for sharing these guys with us. Jeff

I was about to give up on this story because Jackson was insufferable, probably because I was pretty compliant in high school. I didn't understand why he was so disagreeable. The introduction of Like piqued my curiosity. This chapter has me hooked. I am curious to see where this relationship goes. Thanks for a good story. Jeff

Hello Carlos. I finished the re-read of Autumn and only have a day or so for another chapter of Winter. Are you tired of hearing how much fun these guys are and how engaging CJ's life is? I have been amusing myself (don't laugh) listing CJ's tee shirt collection. I have even toyed with the idea of trying to find a picture of each. So, is this really your tee shirt collection in disguise? Or have you been doing tee shirt research. BTW you have two chapters in Summer with no mention of tee shirts: ch. 20, the wedding, and ch. 21, the "arrest." And you have one repeat: Autumn ch.17, the Stand Up Against Bullying tee, was first mentioned in Summer ch. 14. There, CJ trivia to inform your day... Guess retirement can leave a person with too much time on their hands. Anyway, Thanks again for a most enjoyable story. Jeff