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[Anne]

So, I finished NonConsensual Love. I really, really liked it. I mean, I had a few issues with believability, but the teenage voice was perfect. And Sno wasn't exactly a dirty old man....

So, this Failte person, have they written anything else? I did a quick search and came up with nothing.

ETA: Failte has 10 stories on Fictionpress, but he hasn't posted since mid-2009.

[Merith]

Anne wrote: "So, I finished NonConsensual Love. I really, really liked it. I mean, I had a few issues with believability, but the teenage voice was perfect. And Sno wasn't exactly a dirty old..."

Here you go, love. That's what he has up on Fiction Press. Some of the stories are not finished and it looks like they won't be. So tread carefully.

That was my take on the story - a handful of issues, but the voice was good. You heard Ryan evolve as the story went along. And I liked Sno's explanation about being a pedophile. For all the offenders out there, how many people (because it isn't just men) are there that suffer from that urge and don't act on it?

Pedophilia is a hard subject to feel any empathy for those afflicted with it. Even a single act brings terrible consequences.

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Anne wrote: "So, I finished NonConsensual Love. I really, really liked it. I mean, I had a few issues with believability, but the teenage voice was perfect. And Sno wasn't exactly a dirty old..."

Anne I'm so glad you read it...It's certainly a story gives you lots to think about.

This is by him it's one of my favorite stories. Certainly my favorite fanfic. I hope you like it. I've pimping this out for weeks now :O)

On another note just read this last night. Lovely and sweet short story that deals with recovering from addiction.

[Merith]

Tonight, I've decided to finish reading Bewitched by Bella's Brother. I had started it a couple of months ago, but got that 'eh...' feeling about it. Now I have the need to check if off my reading list and move on.

It's not bad, but it's not Making Promises either.

[Anne]

Merith wrote: "That was my take on the story - a handful of issues, but the voice was good. You heard Ryan evolve as the story went along. And I liked Sno's explanation about being a pedophile. For all the offenders out there, how many people (because it isn't just men) are there that suffer from that urge and don't act on it?

Pedophilia is a hard subject to feel any empathy for those afflicted with it. Even a single act brings terrible consequences. "

It's true, it's hard to feel any sympathy, but the idea that there are people out there who feel it but don't act on the impulse has crossed my mind more than once. I can't imagine how awful that would be.

I thought the way he handled Sno's acceptance of his own urges was good. It was just there, and maybe something he could only really be honest about with someone like Ryan.

[Anne]

Lauraadriana wrote: "Anne wrote: "So, I finished NonConsensual Love. I really, really liked it. I mean, I had a few issues with believability, but the teenage voice was perfect. And Sno wasn't exactl..."

I read The Girl for Me a few days ago. I liked it as much as (possibly more than) NonConsensual Love, but in a different way. It grew on me.

[Anne]

Merith wrote: "Tonight, I've decided to finish reading Bewitched by Bella's Brother. I had started it a couple of months ago, but got that 'eh...' feeling about it. Now I have the need to check if ..."

I liked it alright, but it's not my favorite by her.

I'm going to read the rest of Three Wrong Turns in the Desert tonight. I like it a lot, but I find myself not craving it. It could be I'm not really in the right mood. I love his descriptions of Tunisia.

[Cleon Lee]

Finished Dancing with the Tide. I like the 1st book much better.

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Anne wrote:I'm going to read the rest of Three Wrong Turns in the Desert tonight

Ohh I'm starting to read that with a friend tonight, I'm looking forward to it.

About Sno and Ryan...One thing that I kept thinking about was when Sno told Ryan that he had never even admitted to being attracted to men until his late thirties and by then he had missed the chance to be with a young man...

[ns]

Lauraadriana wrote: "ns wrote: My worst nightmare is coming true, trapped in an airplane with nothing to read. Society's infrastructure needs to better support the needs of the addicted, is all I can say.

That sucks ..."

Yes, thanks...heading out for a longish stretch of travel so hope to get a lot of uninterrupted reading done (joy joy), and some internet-free days following (hell hell)...probably will get online again in a week.

[ns]

Candice wrote: "Yeah, and I didn't pay any 30 bucks for it. Bought it fm Amazon; why it should suddenly be precious, Idon't know. Wierd, though, I just went to check my bookcase for it and couldn't find it. I know I didn't throw it away, because I had plans to eventually read it again. A major search must ensue..."

Megan Derr (I used the "Contact Us" at LT3 site) said that "Prisoner" was going to be available this week from LT3 (ebook) and in a few weeks (print).

I'll likely get to pick it up next week.

[[deleted user]]

ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "ns wrote: My worst nightmare is coming true, trapped in an airplane with nothing to read. Society's infrastructure needs to better support the needs of the addicted, is all I c..."

I just did two LONNGGG flights this weekend #1 was 9 hours and #2 was 11 hours. Read and the time passed very pleasantly :O)

[ns]

Lauraadriana wrote: "I just did two LONNGGG flights this weekend #1 was 9 hours and #2 was 11 hours. "

My first ticket was 6 + 10 + 8 hours (and that was just airtime), but I've now switched that to 9 + 10, and it's about 40 hours total door to door, but my laptop battery + kindle1 + kindle2 should cover me this time :).

On my last trip, my laptop died in 3 hours, kindle1 lasted 8 hours, and I had 14 excruciating hours of unsleepable*, claustrophobic tedium to survive.

* this should be a word.

[Cleon Lee]

ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "I just did two LONNGGG flights this weekend #1 was 9 hours and #2 was 11 hours. "

My first ticket was 6 + 10 + 8 hours (and that was just airtime), but I've now switched that ..."

AWw... that sounds horrible! Sorry you had a bad travel. They should provide ebooks to read on plane instead of movies. lol.

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ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "I just did two LONNGGG flights this weekend #1 was 9 hours and #2 was 11 hours. "

My first ticket was 6 + 10 + 8 hours (and that was just airtime), but I've now switched that ..."

I dunno if this is like every airline but I had two US-Ethiopia trips in April and flew KLM and the seats had like a little USB drive and I was able to recharge my Kindle it was AWESOME

@Cleon in the entertainment screen thingy they had a few audiobooks :O)

[ns]

Cleon wrote: "They should provide ebooks to read on plane instead of movies. lol.
"

THIS.

Exactly what I was thinking last month on my US cross country business flight. The papers, magazines etc are unnecessary weight, stale etc. anyway. How much opportunity here to load up a few ereaders with good reading materials and allowing passengers to use/rent??

Publishers are wasting an opportunity -- hog-tied, captive, bored-out-of-their-mind audience dying for any kind of input. If I was a publisher, I'd offer a few free ereaders with a stack of books from my house loaded (for use on plane only, obviously), maybe free in business class only, and for rent in coach.

[ns]

Lauraadriana wrote: "I dunno if this is like every airline but I had two US-Ethiopia trips in April and flew KLM and the seats had like a little USB drive and I was able to recharge my Kindle it was AWESOME"

Wow, I *am* doing KLM this time!! Thanks for telling me! I fly international and US every year, but haven't come across USB support yet. I rely on the layover in Schiphol or Frankfurt to recharge my laptop, usually.

[[deleted user]]

ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "I dunno if this is like every airline but I had two US-Ethiopia trips in April and flew KLM and the seats had like a little USB drive and I was able to recharge my Kindle it wa..."

Ohh cool I hope you get one of the good planes! And Schipol now has free wi-fi too in the whole airport, you get like two 30 minutes sessions, just open your browser and it's there. So you could get more books for your next flights :O) And they have the audiobook for The Great Gatsby on their tv thingy :O)

[ns]

Lauraadriana wrote: "Ohh cool I hope you get one of the good planes! And Schipol now has free wi-fi too in the whole airport, you get like two 30 minutes sessions, just open your browser and it's there. So you could get more books for your next flights :O) And they have the audiobook for The Great Gatsby on their tv thingy :O)"

Excellent! Last time I schlepped through Schiphol, I paid some $15 for 5 mins...

[[deleted user]]

ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "Ohh cool I hope you get one of the good planes! And Schipol now has free wi-fi too in the whole airport, you get like two 30 minutes sessions, just open your browser and it's t..."

Yeah, the internet is new, it was not there last October when I flew through there, but it works fine now. I just used it this weekend. :O)

[Becky]

Wow. I feel so provincial, reading about all this international travel from my little bedroom in Indiana.

[Emanuela ~plastic duck~]

I am reading Like Coffee and Doughnuts, I'm at 70% and although I am enjoying it, I am not able to connect with the characters and really care for them. It's like it's too good, it's keeping me distant. I don't know, I almost feel bad, because I was anticipating this book a lot. It's an excellent read, but it's a little cold.

[Anne]

ns wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "I just did two LONNGGG flights this weekend #1 was 9 hours and #2 was 11 hours. "

My first ticket was 6 + 10 + 8 hours (and that was just airtime), but I've now switched that ..."

Yeah, battery life. I can't decide what's worse on long trips -- figuring out how to fit all those paperbacks into my carry-on (and the extra suitcase full of books to read while I'm there) or figuring out battery life.

Actually, I'd rather figure out battery life. I've never been in an airport where I couldn't find a place to plug in for a while. As long as I had an adaptor.

The husband borrowed my iPad last year for a trip to SE Asia, and didn't download any books before he got there, then was pissed when he couldn't once he was there (his email was US).

[Anne]

Lauraadriana wrote: "Anne wrote:I'm going to read the rest of Three Wrong Turns in the Desert tonight

Ohh I'm starting to read that with a friend tonight, I'm looking forward to it.

About Sno and Ryan...One thing th..."

But if he hadn't been attracted to young guys (like, way too young) in the first place, he might not have cared. I have two friends who 'became gay' (their terminology) late in life -- one in his 30's and one was almost 50 -- and neither one of them has expressed any need to find a teenage boy.

OTOH, why would they tell me that?

[[deleted user]]

Emanuela ~Zstyx~ wrote: "I am reading Like Coffee and Doughnuts, I'm at 70% and although I am enjoying it, I am not able to connect with the characters and really care for them. It's like it's too good, it's..."

Ohh loved Seth...maybe you'll like him better in the second one.

@Anne, yeah battery life is an issue especially with the kindle cover that has the light in it (it's the one I have) the battery goes FAST.
I was so happy when I got on the plane and saw the USB drive in my seat :O)

[[deleted user]]

Anne wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "Anne wrote:I'm going to read the rest of Three Wrong Turns in the Desert tonight

Ohh I'm starting to read that with a friend tonight, I'm looking forward to it.

About Sno an..."

Yeah as I was posting that I thought "yeah but he also said he always found young people sexual" so he still is kinda skivvy that way...

[Anne]

Cleon wrote: "AWw... that sounds horrible! Sorry you had a bad travel. They should provide ebooks to read on plane instead of movies. lol. "

That's just freaking brilliant, Cleon. Why doesn't anyone do this, and how much start-up capitol does it take?

[Anne]

In most US airports, wi-fi is free, now, and lots of airlines have USB connections, even in coach. Alaski Airlines even has in-flight wifi, which I'm sure costs an arm and a leg. I'm pretty sure Korean Air and some of the other Asian airlines have USB connections, now, too. Do you know, Cleon?


But back to the books... I think in my third circle of hell, I'd put people on an airplane, and they'd all get a kindle or other device preloaded from the publisher. It would have thousands and thousands of novels on it, but they would all be the first chapter only. You'd have to buy the book to read the rest. But since this is hell, there's no wifi.

That's my weird way of saying I don't want the publishers preloading a kindle for me before I get on an airplane, I guess. I'd rather it was one of those kiosks like they used to have for rentable DVD players, where you could pick what to preload before you got on the plane. Then once you were off the plane, you would turn in your device at another kiosk.

[Cleon Lee]

Anne wrote: "Cleon wrote: "AWw... that sounds horrible! Sorry you had a bad travel. They should provide ebooks to read on plane instead of movies. lol. "

That's just freaking brilliant, Cleon. Why doesn't any..."

Actually it's very cheap compared to movies. Just plug a Kindle or any e-reader for every seat and fill them with free books. For paid books, you have to pay a bit (not as expensive as retail price, of course, since you don't download the books to your device. You can ask Amazon to sponsor you so you can cut the cost.

[Anne]

Lauraadriana wrote: "Anne wrote: "Lauraadriana wrote: "Anne wrote:I'm going to read the rest of Three Wrong Turns in the Desert tonight

Ohh I'm starting to read that with a friend tonight, I'm looking forward to it.
..."

Lots of people are attracted to 'abnormal' things or people, it's just a question of what you do with it I guess.

The only thing that bugs me about Sno is that if Ryan hadn't called his parents, Sno might never have come clean about not forcing Ryan into anything. I think if Ryan had made it clear before that the hated what they were doing, Sno would have backed off, but since Ryan was enjoying it....

[Cleon Lee]

Just finished because my friend recced it to me. She said it's hilarious. Um... yeah, a bit funny at times, but not my cup of tea. But if you like dirty talk, dirty and visceral sex with golden shower & police role-play than this book is probably for you.

[Anne]

Cleon wrote: "Anne wrote: "Cleon wrote: "AWw... that sounds horrible! Sorry you had a bad travel. They should provide ebooks to read on plane instead of movies. lol. "

That's just freaking brilliant, Cleon. Wh..."

Now we just have to make sure there are lots of M/M options....

[Jordan]

Anne, yes, there would have to be a wide variety of books on these devices. I do like this idea though! But my problem would end up being the selection of books. I'm imagining them being filled with classics like Pride and Prejudice. Which, I know a lot of people like, but I don't, so I want a wide variety. Or an option to put whatever I want on there at the kiosk or on the flight.

You'd just have to make sure they didn't get stolen though, put in an alarm or something similar to a library book, so if you leave the terminal with it the alarm goes off, or once you go past the kiosk.

On the other hand, I tend to pack a lot of books with me anyway. And if I should run out, there's always a notebook and a stray plot bunny floating around to keep me busy. That's the great thing about being a creative writer, I'm rarely bored. lol.

[Cleon Lee]

Anne wrote: "In most US airports, wi-fi is free, now, and lots of airlines have USB connections, even in coach. Alaski Airlines even has in-flight wifi, which I'm sure costs an arm and a leg. I'm pretty sure ..."

I wouldn't use credit cards with unsecured wi-fi. It's very dangerous. I haven't flown in a while and I have only flown short distance with Air Asia (economical airlines). I prefer to save money for the travel itself, lol, so I don't know about airplane facilities these days.

[Anne]

Jordan S. wrote: "You'd just have to make sure they didn't get stolen though, put in an alarm or something similar to a library book, so if you leave the terminal with it the alarm goes off, or once you go past the kiosk. "

This is what the outrageous ($500?) security deposit on their credit card is for....

[Jordan]

Yeah, I wouldn't do that with a credit card either!

[Anne]

Cleon wrote: "Anne wrote: "In most US airports, wi-fi is free, now, and lots of airlines have USB connections, even in coach. Alaski Airlines even has in-flight wifi, which I'm sure costs an arm and a leg. I'm..."

I was on a grand jury for a month, once, and I cannot tell you the number of ways people steal credit card info. I think using a credit card on unsecured wifi is nuts, too. But just handing someone your card is nuts, from what I saw on that grand jury.

[Josh]

Started Three Turns in the Desert last night. Very enjoyable. Neil's strength is setting. I saw that with Mahu too. Terrific research and a real knack for bringing it to life.

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Josh wrote: "Started Three Turns in the Desert last night. Very enjoyable. Neil's strength is setting. I saw that with Mahu too. Terrific research and a real knack for bringing it to life."

OH! I just started this book about an hour ago, reading with a friend, 10% in, so far, so good :O)

[Jordan]

Josh, that's exactly what I was thinking with both books! I felt like I was truly there, and yet I couldn't find large sections of boring detail. He's amazing with setting!

[JPerceval]

OMG, I have an enforced period of being offline (visiting friends then tech problems out the wazoo), and come back to hundreds of posts in every thread! I have sooooo much catching up to do, LOL!

[Jordan]

JP - I know, I've been battling my email inbox all day. But it's been fun!

[Alyosha]

Jordan S. wrote: "Josh, that's exactly what I was thinking with both books! I felt like I was truly there, and yet I couldn't find large sections of boring detail. He's amazing with setting!"

Yes, and it's so much FUN.

[[deleted user]]

Alyosha wrote: "Jordan S. wrote: "Josh, that's exactly what I was thinking with both books! I felt like I was truly there, and yet I couldn't find large sections of boring detail. He's amazing with setting!"

Yes,..."

I'm LOVING...We're picking the best books babe!

[Mariana]

Emanuela ~Zstyx~ wrote: "I am reading Like Coffee and Doughnuts, I'm at 70% and although I am enjoying it, I am not able to connect with the characters and really care for them. It's like it's too good, it's..."

I had the same reaction. I'm iffy about reading the second book... especially since I can't remember most of the LCaD.

I started the May read... Three Turns in the Desert and had to put it down. I could not get into it.

So now I'm reading Dragon Bound, Thea Harrison.

I finished and really enjoyed both Hell Cop anthologies. All the stories are very good, which is rare in an anthology, IMO.

[Anne]

Josh wrote: "Started Three Turns in the Desert last night. Very enjoyable. Neil's strength is setting. I saw that with Mahu too. Terrific research and a real knack for bringing it to life."

I know, I'm amazed at how easily he makes me feel like I'm in Tunisia.

[Anne]

Mariana wrote: "I finished and really enjoyed both Hell Cop anthologies. All the stories are very good, which is rare in an anthology, IMO. "

Good to hear. I bought them both but I haven't had a chance to read them, yet.

[Cleon Lee]

Anne wrote: "Josh wrote: "Started Three Turns in the Desert last night. Very enjoyable. Neil's strength is setting. I saw that with Mahu too. Terrific research and a real knack for bringing it to life."

I know..."

Neil made me want to eat couscous and Tunisian food so bad. lol.

[mc]

Agree that it's crazy trying to keep up in here! I am going to read Three Turns in the Desert this weekend, too.

From above, I've never read Tamara Allen, but was thinking about trying The Only Gold. It seems that many people here enjoyed it - any other comments? (I know that tastes vary, of course.) Generally, I don't read TONS of historical fiction in this genre, but this looks like a good one to try.

(Since I joined, I have been making a list of the books mentioned here (only in the past few weeks, mind you)). I dare not tell you how long it is.

[Cleon Lee]

I dare not tell you how long it is.

LOL. Too true, mc! :D