Penelope Street
Literotica Guru
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- May 28, 2004
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We've all done it, I suspect. Late at night, looking for a story to read before bed; we tend to focus on the ones with the little red H like it's the Good Smutkeeping Seal of Approval. This week my somewhat rebellious nature led me to avoid all stories with a rating of 4.5 or better. I was surprised at how many good reads I found, in many ways much better stories than other, higher-rated, offerings.
Now, I don't particularly want to start a thread about why some readers vote the way they do. Plenty of threads on that topic already, I suspect, if folks wish to voice opinions of that nature.
What I would like to propose is that those so inclined point the rest of us to one little gem that, for whatever reason, does not, at least at the time of the posting, bear the coveted little red H. At least the title, the author, a link, and a blurb, please.
And now, I suppose. it is time for me to make my selection. I've read a number of truly enjoyable tales during my little quest, but one really stood out for me.
My suggested read is: Burning Bridges (4.45) by neonlyte
http://english.literotica.com:81/stories/showstory.php?id=141597
It's a lesbian tale, but really it's a love story. As the forward says, it is not intended as wank material. The pace, the style, the emotion, all are near perfect and all so believable, especially considering its economical length! Some of the lines convey the simmering passion in ways that few words can; they moistened my eyes in the best possible way. No, it's not a "Reach for the nightstand and hope your batteries are up to the task" story. It's a "Curl up under the blanket and go to sleep with a smile on your face" story. So much the better.
And now it's your turn. What story do you like? Old story, new story; Long story; short story- doesn't really matter. We know they're out there somewhere. I invite you to show the rest of us just one.
Thanks & Take Care,
Penny
Now, I don't particularly want to start a thread about why some readers vote the way they do. Plenty of threads on that topic already, I suspect, if folks wish to voice opinions of that nature.
What I would like to propose is that those so inclined point the rest of us to one little gem that, for whatever reason, does not, at least at the time of the posting, bear the coveted little red H. At least the title, the author, a link, and a blurb, please.
And now, I suppose. it is time for me to make my selection. I've read a number of truly enjoyable tales during my little quest, but one really stood out for me.
My suggested read is: Burning Bridges (4.45) by neonlyte
http://english.literotica.com:81/stories/showstory.php?id=141597
It's a lesbian tale, but really it's a love story. As the forward says, it is not intended as wank material. The pace, the style, the emotion, all are near perfect and all so believable, especially considering its economical length! Some of the lines convey the simmering passion in ways that few words can; they moistened my eyes in the best possible way. No, it's not a "Reach for the nightstand and hope your batteries are up to the task" story. It's a "Curl up under the blanket and go to sleep with a smile on your face" story. So much the better.
And now it's your turn. What story do you like? Old story, new story; Long story; short story- doesn't really matter. We know they're out there somewhere. I invite you to show the rest of us just one.
Thanks & Take Care,
Penny
