NotWise
Desert Rat
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One of these things is not like the other.....
Keeps me humble.
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One of these things is not like the other.....
You are incredible! A literary genius!
5*
Rufus is now on my list of favorite fictional dogs in humorous stories. He's up there with Henry from 'Adventures in Loving a Canine Catastrophe,' and Montmorency from 'Three Men in a Boat.'
Another excellent comment on FIDO this morning, although I'm ashamed to say the references to other material escape me.
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I believe the Three Men in a Boat reference is to the 1956 British comedy film. (Pretty sure the dog isn't the same in the 1890s book its adapted from).
The Standard spoke of me as a menace to English letters; and The Morning Post as an example of the sad results to be expected from the over-education of the lower orders.
The reception by critics varied between lukewarm and hostile. The use of slang was condemned as "vulgar" and the book was derided as written to appeal to "'Arrys and 'Arriets" – then common sneering terms for working-class Londoners who dropped their Hs when speaking.
Firstly I must apologize for the belated review: I followed this story as it was originally published, but even after finally getting my account working early this year, I've struggled to articulate my reaction.
It's all too fitting you cite BrokenSpokes as your inspiration to write: you two are my go-to citation for arguing erotic fiction can go toe-to-toe with, if not surpass, "mainstream" romance novels. I'm a sucker for military themes, and I was hooked by the first paragraph; Virginia's workday is described in the sort of detail that could only come from someone in the know. I'll confess, while others may be off-put by the intricacies of Air Force R&D, despite being a total rube I was almost more engaged by -that- than the sex!
Other readers have lauded the story's heart far more eloquently than I can; instead I'll speak to the setting. As someone never threatened by the shadow of DADT, the Virginiaverse has been phenomenally educational. I cannot imagine how hard it was for the women and men forced to pursue relationships 'underground'. The white lies, the clandestine rendez-vous, never knowing if one wrong word or errant gesture might set the hounds on her—Virginia might not be a spy, but oftentimes her story reads like a thriller. Bonnie's diagnosis, and the fact that so many legal supports are denied to them at their most needful hour, underscore how -cruel- our society can be to the very people it touts as heroes.
Suffice to say, this proved an endearing first novel, and an enduring foundation to a worthy franchise. I have enjoyed all the stories that have followed, and look forward to those to come.
I've been trying to stay away from your stuff, but I didn't realize this was yours until the 4th or 5th sentence fragment in the first half page. So I decided to say hi before I hit that 1 star.
Hi.
Extremely well done. One commenter said that Literotica is not the place to discuss the corporate culture: these days, EVERYWHERE is the place to have this discussion. People come here to escape from the real world. Here, they read fictional accounts of real people and then complain that it is not real enough!!! Thank you very much for this effort. It is both layered and unvarnished.
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Well, I'm really late to the game on this story, but just wanted to add my praise to the many comments. The story is emotionally moving, and that is the highest goal of most authors. The few negative comments — well, I just don't understand that kind of comment. One thing I've noticed about the author, gordo12 — he's great with subtle details in a way I envy. My congrats to the author!
My wife thought I was unwell because I was laughing hysterically....
I was so excited to see that you had Judy and Bonnie meet in this story, I actually giggled like a school girl! Yet another great story and a look into the lives of your amazing characters. Thank you![]()
Probably the best CNC story I’ve read.
With every chapter so far, I've been noticing similarities. In this one it was with the different lunch options on different days of the week. I realised I wear a specific pair of boots on each day of the work week. Same goes with the style of uniform shirt I wear. And i end up feeling awkward if i switch them up.
And again with the awkard small talk at the party. It's happened so often where I'd not know to say that would seem normal. Can I maybe use a little card with a list of suitable topics for interesting conversation? Or will they notice if I disappear for an hour and then slip back like it never happened?
I do so enjoy poking a stick into Loving Wives.I absolutely loved this story. It was sweet, erotic, and very touching. I'm actually envious of the main characters in that none of the relationships I've ever had were this good...lol