Double Concerto

Amazing story dealing with some serious issues in a way that is pure joy to read unlike some difficult and dark stories. Rick, a local plumber, fighting his childhood trauma, sexuality and outing… A brave guy standing opposite the selfish father, corrupt local authorities, greedy investors, fighting for the love of his life, for the future of his town and its citizens. If Rick is insecure and hidden behind self-built inside walls at the beginning of the story, at the end we see a real, self-confident hero.

Maybe it is not for the review section but, I would like to ask @Parker Owens question about Rick’s raping. It is not mentioned in the story that he said about this to anyone – authorities, lousy father at the end, friends…not even to his boyfriend. There is nothing he should be ashamed for and, in my opinion, it would be healthy to let this out of his mind and share it with somebody. Especially because it is trauma that marked his life and had a huge impact on his psyche.

Anyway, this story is big adventure and I recommend it with great delight.

If you have scrolled far enough to read my review it isn’t one. I want to leave a copy of my final comment on the final chapter: 

”I have a rather personal problem with your writing: I can’t put it down once I pick it up. Right at 48 hours to consume this one.

The tale of Rick, the plumber and Gus, the Concert Pianist is one of my favorite stories on GA.

The characters are well-developed and capture both our minds and hearts.

In many ways, their stories are our stories and we can empathize with their dilemmas, and celebrate their joys.

The story comes to a pleasing conclusion, and yet I long to know more and to engage once again in the lives of these two delightful men. 

This is an incredible story: well written, engrossing, and realistic. I found myself feeling protective of Rick. I got so angry at times, when he was treated poorly, and elated when he was happy. If you're on the fence, do yourself a favor and read it. 

Congratulations on moving to Eagle Lake!

Take your time and really enjoy the many details of this well written work, including each chapter title and orchestration references. The story is engrossing and the characters captivating. The reader is able to wander through small town life as we follow along with Rick, as he overcomes personal trauma and self doubt to find lasting friendships and love. Along the way we meet some interesting characters and challenging situations. I really love everything about this story. Rick, Gus and the good people of Eagle Lake will stay with you in the most satisfying way. 

This is one of the most absorbing and heartfelt stories I have read, but don't worry, it's never cloying or mushy.  You will love some characters and hate a few.  The protagonist, Rick, grows and develops realistically and satisfyingly.  The side characters are entertaining and maddening, sometimes all at once.  While it was fun anticipating and devouring a chapter a week, this is one I would binge read in a couple of days!

Absolutely wonderful story, one my favorites! I think many can relate to Rick. 🥰

Other readers will be for more eloquent then I in reviewing this story I'm just making sure this author gets his share of 5 star reviews and trust me he will probably before I'm done writing  this.

If you read this author's other stories you know that he's very good at taking his and other people's life experiences plus doing his due research in creating a story you can relate to.There are many stories on the GA site  about teenagers coming to terms about being gay and coming out.In this our main character Rick while no age is given I think it's safe to say he is in 40's and is still in the closet.Living in a small town where most of the people grew up with him or at least knows him well complicates thing in addition to a dominating  father who thinks he needs supervision even from a distance. 

His Job as the town's very respected Plummer has him cross path with a concert Pianist named Gus.From this point things are different and Rick tries to find a path to Gus.

The one thing that set this author's apart from other good writer's is while you root for his main characters you also openly cheer for them and feel the emotions they feel. Enjoy reading this story there is no doubt in my mind you will.