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Chapter 13 is now live, Here's some Author's Notes: -Some indirect inference on Brad and his mood shift as the effects of Methadone wears off. It's revealing a bit more about the man behind his initial appearance or foul moods, he's a very empathetic person, but it doesn't mean he's selfless. -I indirectly revealed a major explanation in this chapter: Why are all the residents of Keller Hall there? The answer is simple: Each boy had felt a sense of abandonment Francis- Was abandoned by Brad after the big state Football Championships that caused his blindness Paki- Having failed his robbery attempt and lost his hand was abandoned to die on the streets as an example Warren- Being abandoned by his former lover Derek, which resulted in him being burned and traumatized Min- Being abandoned by his family and causing his boyfriend death through the same accident that left him quadriplegic Brad is a combination of all their issues and he has a unique empathetic streak, if he could connect with these guys as he is starting to now, he will be able to cope and rise above what Gary did to him. -Chip's Pokemon of the day is : Gothitelle. Basically imagine a non-gender conforming goth with psychic powers to predict when you will die in a Pokemon form. Gen V, Black and White era, had some weird stylistic choices. He went depressed and goth due to breaking up with Robby. -Yes, Min wears diapers, which as a wheelchair bound man isn't that odd. I've met many guys who have had to do that. There's a shame to the concept of wearing diapers due to perceived weakness. -Some South African Xhosa word translations babelaas- Hangover impumlo- Nose -Some Japanese word translations tomodachi-tachi- Friends (Plural for group), standard catch all for friends daishinyuu- Close/Best Friend, this is a deeper level of friendship in Japanese culture. It's an intimate type of friendship based on mutual kindness and understanding with one another.

After reading Mrs. Potter’s short text message, dread and guilt flowed like a raging river. I pulled Brad up to come with me. We had no time for plans or ruminations about the past or potential future that awaits. We walked through the wooded areas instead of the lighted path back to Keller Hall. I no longer worried about Gary Gaston descending from the shadows. I blamed myself as childish and unfounded as those feelings were. Min’s boyfriend was dead, the same boyfriend he had loved for years,

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35114241-ravensong Book 2 in this series is a very big improvement and shows off T.J. Klune ability as writer. He also does a huge amount of world-building, story organization, and conceptual planning. Book 1 was slow and very difficult to read in my view, but book 2 was genuinely something I couldn’t put down, because Book 1 never resolved the relationship dynamics of the male couple. Length-wise, it is 400 pages long and 20 hours 18 minutes on audi

True, Gary and his family don't value human beings. As for Brad confronting Gary to get better, it's part of the bigger issues. Last chapter @Geemeedeeasked a really good question on why must Brad attend classes in person? The answer is in this chapter, he has to confront Gary, the manifestation of Brad's hatred and fear. Also, not sure if people ever wondered what Brad does during his days: He's auditing classes online, so it's not like he isn't participating, he's not ready to commit as an actual student and ultimately, Gary doesn't know about his presence due to him not being on the student rolls.

Gary and Brad are on a collision course. Gary is escalating his game.

You want some sharp objects with that swift justice Gary is someone Brad has to face Remember in the Disney version how their version of Gaston formed a mob to go after the Beast, playing on people's emotions and fears of the unknown. For my version, the idea is vigilante squad formed around Gary. It's a re-interpretation of the classic concepts.

Thanks for reading Gary is a piece of 💩 Min and Brad have personal demons to work through, they need lots of Paki is rubbing off on Francis (No, not like that ), learning to be assertive is hard.

Chapter 12 is now live, Here's some notes: -A look into Beau's work-study job at the University Library. While in Beauty and the Beast, the Beast gave Belle an entire library, Beau actually works in one and has access to a massive amount of books. -Gary Gaston has returned and his next scheme has far-ranging repercussions -Min's story is revealed. It's very tragic and he has a lot of guilt to deal with. I was inspired by the story of former professional baseball player Kazuhito Tadano, whose American major league career was ruined by a gay porn movie he made as a university student, who needed extra money. I pushed it even further though, because I think the concept is far more expansive than what most people realize about value systems. Sports is not valued as highly as it is in the United States for college level prospects. If your family cannot support your sports ambitions, very few people talk about the dark double-lives of athletes who need extra money. Paki as I mentioned earlier had steal to support himself and Min had to become a gay pornographic actor, along with his boyfriend. -Japanese term translation Daijoubu- "I'm Fine"/"I'm okay" equivalent expression Nakama- Friend, Comrade, or colleague -Brad has revealed why he is at this university despite Gary's presence and why the contract stipulates he has to attend classes in person? Cook's approach is a modified version of the psychological therapy Confrontation Therapy, it's a real concept in psychology and widely practiced. However, I took a different tactic on this than most writers. Cook is using Brad's response to Gary, his hate and his fear, for therapy to stimulate Brad into action and recovery. Brad doesn't want to be near Gary, he doesn't want to finish therapy or come to terms, but that's necessary for his growth. If Brad decides to attend classes in person, the contract will continue and this course of confrontation therapy will as well. However, if Brad cannot bring himself to do this, then the therapy has failed and the contract is moot. All of this is to help with Brad's mental health. -Brad wasn't just betrayed and hurt by Gary alone, Gary plays on other people's pain and guilt. Brad's former teammates, who like Francis, had been mauled during their final championship game were organized by Gary and collaborated in the assault. -The final text message is a big deal after learning what we have about Min's past. Ito's death is going to deepen his depression.

Monday morning was unlike the weekend in several ways. I had to wake up early at 6 AM in order to prepare myself for a fully loaded day. Brad held me in my sleep, but unlike Sunday morning, he wasn’t holding me in a tight embrace. There was a bit of give from his grip. I don’t know if he woke up with my phone alarm or not, but I whispered my apology and a short explanation to him before leaving the room. A quick shower and change of clothes followed without any preamble or early morning conversa

I can honestly say, I'm addressing that soon Psychology is one of the subjects that I find highly intriguing, both social psychology and individual therapy.

Beau is good for Brad, he's a breath of fresh air for him, offering real care and understanding. It could have so easily been just a sexual relationship between them. Gary is far worse than just a normal asshole

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18744000-once-upon-a-haunted-moor Harper Fox is an amazing British author, she’s well known in the gay fiction world for many of her tales, including this series of contemporary urban horror fantasy mysteries involving the redoubtable hard-nosed Constable Gideon Frayne and Psychic Lee Tyack. I freely admit that this story got me into her writing, which is an intriguing mix of old-fashioned narrative and modern sensitivities with gay relationships. I appre

Brad is a complex character in his own right, his pain and fears are pivotal to the narrative.

It's a powerful story, for me though, setting it in the 1980's with a Pre-condom era feel felt a little off. I was considering Aciman's experience and observations came in the 60-70's, it would have made more sense to set it in the early days, when gay Liberation and APA reversal had just happened. For me, I just feel like the time period is a little off. I probably am not going to read Find Me, it's trying to fill in the gap years of the last chapter along with adding a romance story that I don't have much investment in of Elio's father. I'd rather read a story of Elio finding a partner, who loves him fully without any reservations, but it's not Aciman's style nor his experience.

A beast is more than just his appearance Thanks for reading

You're welcome, I was surprised too so few people commented on this book review as well. It's one of the biggest gay romance fiction books in the last decade, but few people seem to have anything to say about it. Anyway, I do stand by 4 out of 5 rating I gave, I liked it and thought it was well written, but it was a tragic eulogy to a romance.

No problem, I hope the 2nd chance romance hook of the sequel goes somewhere fun

It's technically illegal to use a taser without a permit in Massachusetts. No comment...

It's technically illegal to use a taser without a permit in Massachusetts. There's an extensive regulations on sales of Taser/Stun guns in Massachusetts, but it's not too hard to register and get a permit. Local sheriff offices or equivalents can give you a permit. However, it's legal to purchase and use without a permit in New Hampshire without restriction, unlike firearms. Too bad you can't get people like Gary Gaston over the state border.

Probably vain, thanks Writing without an editor has its merits and its pitfalls, speed writing and idea generation comes far easier at the cost of grammar. @Daddydavek I hope you enjoy the story, it's already 11 chapters long and has exceeded all my expectations for how many positive comments and reactions I am getting as an unedited piece of experimental writing goes. Reinterpreting a classic romance fantasy as a modern college romance is fun and engaging for me as a writer, just as it seems to be engaging for the audience. As the famous Disney song goes (the other one from Beauty and the Beast), I hope you will "Be Out Guest" for this story

Chapter 11 is now live, here's some author's note: -Brad's beastly side is showing -Despite how much emotional growth and progress is shown, there's still a long way to go for everyone -Beau has an innate gift as a therapist and someone who can empathize with others. -Brad is naturally intimidating and dominant, but he's not sadistic or selfish about it. Some gay guys are naturally very dominant by personality, but in this case, Brad is worried that his nature is linked to Gary's sadism. -Brad's greatest fear is becoming just like Gary -Some more South African Xhosa words for translation: Wamkelekile- "You are welcome"/"Welcome" Ukukhula kukubona izinto- "To Grow is to See things" -Now we have a ticking clock, Wednesday is the deadline for Brad.

Our late lunch started off very well with conversation between Min, Brad, and me about experiences. However, something changed when a young male waiter brought us our food. He appeared to be close to our age, maybe even a little younger than us, dressed in a white button-down shirt with a bowtie and pressed dressed pants. He was noticeably checking me out, so I guessed he was part of the LGBT spectrum. With my new wardrobe and haircut, I did look like a short preppy twink instead of a middle sch

I watched it when it was live as well, I had slashed Michael and Kyle in my mind. Kyle never got a real love interest (Tess was more like a sister) and Michael didn't feel right with Maria. **Guess I'll clean off the tar from my Mammoth as well**

Thanks for reading the review @Mrsgnomie I agree with you, it's a good series, but I think T.J needed someone to help him. I'll be reviewing the entire series this month

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29233804-wolfsong Werewolves are a staple of gay fiction nowadays, thanks to the popularity of the shifter genre and the ABO/Omegaverse type stories. T.J. Klune though takes his series in a different direction and re-imagines popular myths about werewolves, but he does not go down the rabbit-hole of standard shift fiction. In a way, I think book 1 was written more like a fan-fiction novel with the gratuitous amounts of T.J. paying homage to Twilight, but